Land o Lakes Home Inspector

Pasco,Hillsborough,Pinellas and Hernando Counties

Those mysterious black smudges in my house!

So was something supernatural going on or is it something a bit more simple?  The photos above were taken in a home that I recently visited.  The homeowner had called me quite upset about extensive black marks which had recently formed on the walls of her master bedroom.  No where else in the . . . →Read More:Those mysterious black smudges in my house!

Finding the energy leaks!

I was recently contacted by a homeowner who was concerned about energy loss in his home.  He knew that I had a Thermal Imaging camera and was interested in seeing what a scan would offer.  As we are in the winter months,this can be a great opportunity for identifying those areas of energy loss . . . →Read More:Finding the energy leaks!

#corrosive drywall is Still ou…

#corrosive drywall is Still out there and sellers sometimes attempt to hide it! http://t.co/nemJQ3HU

Does it pay to replace applian…

Does it pay to replace appliances? This boils it down nicely! http://t.co/rjVt31Nu

Chinese Drywall Labeling

Here’s a visual reference to the markings on known Chinese Drywall,Last updated in August 2011.

 

U.S. District Court –Eastern District of Louisiana.

Are you heating your house with light bulbs?

What were they thinking?

Once again while on an inspection,I just have to ask myself “what were they thinking?” I’m not sure if this was a job not finished,or was it a way to provide easy access in the event additional electrical connections are needed.  Anyone else got suggestions?  By the way…all the wiring was live!

. . . →Read More:What were they thinking?

Tips from Tom! Picking the color for your house

Shedding Light on 2012′s Phase…

Shedding Light on 2012′s Phase-In of Energy-Efficient Bulbs http://t.co/bquhHfxN

Google Trends shows search act…

Google Trends shows search activity and news from the last few years for:ASHI –NACHI –NAHI http://t.co/1yRKzIZo

Schedule Now!

fax

Pasco County ASHI Home InspectorTom is an ASHI Certified Inspector

Show that you like this site by clicking on the +1

Testimonials

“I have used Tom many times over the years for home inspections. He is an expert in his field,gets along well with everyone and truly enjoys his job...I would recommend Tom for all your inspection needs.” Melody Hunter,Realtor

“Over the years,it has been our pleasure to recommend Tom to our customers when they purchase new homes. Tom's drive to stay updated and current in the home inspection field continues to yield many benefits for both our customers and for us. He is extremely tech savvy as well as knowledgeable about state construction laws,updated codes and is continually expanding his knowledge base. Tom is a member of the American Society of Home Inspectors which requires ongoing training and certification. Tom's personable style of interpreting his inspection findings is such that our customers are helped to understand the issues without being unduly alarmed when there is a problem. It has always been easy to recommend Tom and his services - he's "our guy" when it comes to learning the "inside scoop" on a home's condition.” Dick and Karla Nielsen,Keller Williams

“I have known Tom for several years and he has inspected probably a dozen homes for me in that time. He is the best home inspector I have ever worked with,and I wouldn't think of closing on a property without consulting with him first. I would estimate that Tom has saved me tens of thousands of dollars by helping me avoid real estate deals with "gotcha" maintenance surprises,and helping me negotiate better deals on those I did purchase. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend Tom to a friend and do so regularly with confidence.” Darren W.