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Beneath the Surface: 3 Reasons to Have a Sewer Line Inspection
A sensible homeowner cannot be governed by the principle of “out of sight, out of mind.” Unfortunately, many of the things that can go wrong with your home and property are out of sight until they become a costly problem. A sewer scope inspection may not be at the top of your mind, but you […]
Maximize Your Home’s Value With a Pre-Listing Inspection
It’s better to sell smarter, not harder when it comes to your home. There is much to do to prepare your house for the real estate market, but you may not realize one strategic way that you can make the process easier for yourself. You can gain an edge with the sale of your home […]
The 3 Elements of a Commercial Property Inspection
As we head into a new year with new opportunities for property and business investments, you might find yourself launching a fact-finding mission for a commercial building. This overview of the property’s condition will aid you in your decision to either invest in the property or walk away from the deal. When you trust the […]
What to Expect From Your Condo Inspection
If you plan to invest in a Miami-area condo, you know what a big and rewarding decision that is. Living in a condo community means having your own home without all the outdoor maintenance and upkeep required by a typical home. Before closing escrow, you’ll need to complete one of the most crucial steps toward […]
5 of the Most Common Issues Uncovered in Home Inspections
A home inspection will give you a detailed look at the property condition you wish to purchase and can aid in your negotiations. While a house doesn’t pass or fail an inspection, there are certainly flaws you don’t want to see on the final inspection report. Sometimes, they are indicative of larger issues that need […]
Electrical Infrared Inspections: Multi-Year Building Recertifications
Miami-Dade County has established a code that requires buildings to undergo a specific recertification process, depending on their age and location. Buildings located along the coast must complete this recertification process at 25 years, and buildings inland must do so at 30 years. After this initial recertification, the process needs to be repeated every 10 […]
Understanding Replacement Cost Valuation for Your Home
Homeowners insurance is an important way to protect your investment in the event the unthinkable happens. One of the insurance requirements is the appraisal to determine the replacement cost for your home in case of a catastrophe. This type of appraisal is often referred to as the replacement cost valuation of your home. Evolve Property […]
What Fall Maintenance Does Your South Florida Home Need?
As a Floridian, you understand that the fall season is not accompanied by the same dramatic changes in the climate and environment experienced in other regions. However, there are still some seasonal maintenance tasks that will benefit your home. Evolve Property Inspections offers various inspection services to aid you when you are ready to purchase […]
3 Ways a Thermal Imaging Inspection Could Benefit You
Infrared thermal imaging has emerged as a powerful tool to help inspectors detect issues that would otherwise be missed. Infrared energy is not detectable by the human eye and requires state-of-the-art equipment used by a certified thermographer to identify anomalies that might point to a hidden issue. Evolve Property Inspections offers level II infrared thermography […]
The Connection Between Home Inspections and Home Insurance
There are certain types of inspections you’ll need to have to secure homeowners insurance or renew your current policy. Insurance companies can be cautious about insuring a home that they believe to be a liability, especially an older one. However, when you present three specific types of completed home inspections by Evolve Property Inspections to […]