Monthly Archives: December 2012

Aluminum Wiring

Posted on December 24, 2012 by Andy

Between approximately 1965 and 1973, single-strand aluminum wiring was sometimes substituted for copper branch-circuit wiring in residential electrical systems due to the sudden escalating price of copper. After a decade of use by homeowners and electricians, inherent weaknesses were discovered … Continue reading →

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Manufactured Home Foundation Certifications

Posted on December 19, 2012 by Andy

The requirements for government guaranteed loans on manufactured housing changed to include a permanent foundation. It is required that foundations be certified by a licensed professional engineer to be in compliance with HUD-7584 (Permanent Foundation Guide for Manufactured Housing). This … Continue reading →

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Appliance Recalls?

Posted on December 18, 2012 by Andy

Since 1974, American citizens have been protected from dangerous items in their homes by federal law. Congress prescribed a system whereby if a manufacturer designed a dangerous product, they MUST recall all those items and FIX THEM FOR FREE! The … Continue reading →

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Got Mold?

Posted on December 12, 2012 by Andy

Mold, Moisture and Your Home   Mold Basics  The key to mold control is moisture control. If mold is a problem in your home, you should clean up the mold promptly and fix the water problem. It is important to … Continue reading →

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Staying out of Hot Water

Posted on December 11, 2012 by Andy

The temperature setting of your water heater is an important, yet often overlooked setting. This is why an Atlantic House Whisperer inspector pays special attention to this along with thousands of other items during your home inspection. The recommended temperature … Continue reading →

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