HouseCheck home inspectors reckon that badly installed or faulty hot water geysers are easily the most common problem they encounter when doing home inspections. Here are some geyser problems which you the home owner may encounter. Dripping geyser overflow Geysers often leak (drip) through the pressure control valve overflow pipe. This is normal as the […]
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Leaking roofs are a very common problem identified in home inspections. HouseCheck home inspections show that there are three main issues to consider when diagnosing and fixing leaking roofs: The condition of the roof covering. This includes cracked, broken or dislodged tiles or slates, damaged or corroded roof sheeting, weathered thatch. Incorrect installation can render
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Take 15 minutes to walk through any house and the chances are good that you will find several cracks in the inside and outside walls and possibly also some cracks through floor tiles or in the garage floor screed. Cracks are one of the most common problems found during home inspections of South African homes.
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