Yes! Never skip the final walk-through when purchasing a home. This is your last chance to see the property before you close. You are not legally required to schedule a home inspection or final walk-through. However, it is smart to do both to protect your interests.

Install GFCI outlets to reduce the risk of damage or harm from a ground fault. GFCI outlets monitor the current between the hot and neutral wires to ensure stability. If the flow becomes irregular, the GFCI trips to stop the flow of the current.

Home maintenance is important! Staying on top of cleaning, system maintenance and regular repairs save you money in the long run. Plus, you’ll have peace of mind and confidence that your home looks and works its best.

The roof is an important part of a home’s structure. Homebuyers should pay close attention to the quality of the roof during the home buying process. Especially when purchasing an older home, the roof may show signs of aging or deterioration. Yet, even newer homes can have roof damage from extreme weather or poor installation.

Our hope for each of you is that this Easter feels more joyful. We hope you will find time and space to celebrate with family and friends. Easter is a reminder of the renewal of spring and the hope of better tomorrows. We wish you and your family peace and hope this Easter and throughout the rest of 2021.

Don’t wait until you’re selling your home to address maintenance issues. Instead, stay on top of regular home maintenance chores to keep your home inspection ready! At Kenco Home Inspections, we’re invested in our community. This means we love to share our tips and tricks for good home maintenance throughout the year.

Daylight Saving Time begins this year on March 14, and it’s also a great time to change your smoke detector batteries. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) recommends changing smoke detector batteries annually. Although they didn’t start the campaign to use Daylight Saving Time as a marker, they do recommend the practice.

If you’re buying a home for the first time, you may not understand all the details in the home buying process. That includes what to expect from a home inspection. The purpose of a home inspection is to determine the current condition of the home so that you can make a confident and informed buying decision.

It’s tempting to think that things will be perfect in a new construction home. Or, that you won’t need to schedule a home inspection before closing. Yet, problems or mistakes do occur with new construction. It’s best to find and resolve these issues before you close.

Hurricanes are a part of life for Southeastern Florida. These high-powered storms can lead to costly wind damage for homes and businesses. Wind mitigation strategies help your home withstand wind damage.