Sewer Gas Venting Into the Attic.

This plumbing vent is loose and disconnected in the attic.

Every Time An Advancement In Structural Engineering comes along, So Does A Bigger Moron!

In the past few years, Wood I-Joists have been used in increasing numbers for building new homes.  Quite simply, Prefabricated Wood I-joists are environmentally sensitive products. The design of prefabricated Wood I-joists allows a manufacturer to utilize smaller diameter, faster growing, and generally lower quality trees and still produce a quality product. Secondly, when compared [...]

Home Seller’s Pre-inspection Checklist.

At Nashville Home Inspection we understand that many times the inspection process is time sensitive and essential for an expedient closing. That is why we have prepared this pre-inspection checklist so that we can do our job efficiently.
First, we would like to answer some of the commonly asked questions about our service: 
What is a home inspection?
 
We are [...]

I Live in the Nashville Tennessee Area; Do I Need A Radon Test for My Home?

Question:
I live in Nashville and was curious if I’d need radon testing for my home? Also, could you explain what Radon is in plain ENGLISH?
Answer:
The answer is YES.
According the EPA, Radon is responsible for over 20,000 deaths a year in the United States.  The EPA has found that Radon readings of four pCi/L and above are harmful to [...]