by Your Vancouver, WA Home Inspector | Jul 31, 2020 | Uncategorized
Have you ever heard of engineered flooring? It is a very nice way for you to get beautiful looking wooden floors at a fraction of the price of a regular hardwood floor. So what is the secret? They use a thin layer of hardwood glued to a high-quality plywood board,...
by Your Vancouver, WA Home Inspector | Jul 28, 2020 | Uncategorized
Whenever there is a blocked pipe in your home, a plunger is your best friend. There are many advantages to using a plunger instead of drain chemicals. It is better for the environment, it is easier on your pipes, it won’t hurt your septic, and once you own one, you...
by Your Vancouver, WA Home Inspector | Jun 30, 2020 | Uncategorized
Filling up a tub requires a tub stopper. Maybe you don’t do that very often, and when you try to use it, it just doesn’t work. Or maybe your tub all of a sudden doesn’t drain right anymore. Either of those situations could be because of an issue with the tub stopper....
by Your Vancouver, WA Home Inspector | Jun 25, 2020 | Uncategorized
Having a trampoline in your backyard might seem like a great idea for a parent. Most kids love playing on one, and it is good exercise, something that many young children aren’t getting enough of. There are however many ways in which a trampoline can turn from a fun...
by Your Vancouver, WA Home Inspector | May 30, 2020 | Uncategorized
One common plumbing issue is when there is debris plugging up your p-trap. If you are not aware what a p-trap is, it is the curved pipe that you will find underneath the sink which prevents sewer gas from escaping into your home. Some p-traps have a means of accessing...
by Your Vancouver, WA Home Inspector | May 25, 2020 | Uncategorized
Are you afraid of wasps? Many people are, and they have a good reason. Wasps, hornets, and yellow-jackets can be very aggressive, and their stings could even be lethal if you have an allergy. Unlike bees, wasps don’t die after they sting you, so they can sting over...
