Revisiting Code vs. Home Inspections
Code is a 4-letter word We need to talk about the difference between a home inspection and a building code inspection. While they may seem similar, they are not the same thing. The truth is [...]
Books for Book Lovers
In honor of National Book Lovers Day, avid reader and co-business owner of Schaefer Inspection Service, Jill Schaefer, has put together her list of Top 12 reads as of today. Some are classic titles you [...]
Are You Worried About Water Quality?
Whether your water is supplied by your city or is a private well, it’s important to be informed of your water quality and to understand how to properly maintain it. The EPA recommends testing your [...]
The Home Inspection: Before and After
Before: How to Prepare If you are a first-time home buyer, the process of finding and purchasing a house can be stressful. There’s a lot to be done, from packing to moving furniture to changing [...]
New Construction, Same Inspection?
Congratulations, your new home has just finished construction and you’re ready to move in, right? Well maybe not! Your house might be new, but it still needs an inspection. It is easy to think that [...]
Water Intrusion: How to See it, How to Stop it
Could your home be at risk for water damage? Soil Grading The slope of the land (grade) around your house controls which direction rainwater flows. Ground that slopes away from the house is best for [...]
What are the benefits for a 203k loan?
Do shows like Fixer Upper and Flip or Flop have you daydreaming of renovating a home? Did you know there are renovation loan options to do just that? A 203k loan allows homebuyers to finance [...]
Preventative Home Maintenance: Fall Edition
We have all been told it is better to be safe than sorry. Schaefer Inspection Service wants to help you prepare your home for the fall. Our goal is to provide you with timely, accurate, [...]
Meet the Schaefer Team
Our goal at Schaefer Inspection Service is to ensure our clients feel confident they are in good hands. What is a better way than getting to know us? Meet the faces behind the name. Starting [...]
#NationalSafetyMonth Home Safety: Child Edition
As we're reminded of summer by the sun shining, birds chirping, and bees buzzing; Schaefer Inspection is reminding you its national safety month. Schaefer Inspection understands your family comes first and your home comes second. [...]
5 Tips to Prepare Your Home for Winter
So, it's day three without power, you're bundled up and still cold, there's a leak that just won't quit, and not only is the snow barricading you in but so is the neighbors fallen tree. [...]
Home Inspection Horror Stories
Just like you're probably thinking skipping a home inspection will save you some cash so did this Alaskan couple. In hindsight they realize this was only the first of many mistakes.
Why You Should Get Your Well Water Tested?
You are what you eat, or in this case, drink. Your drinking water should contain no harmful chemicals or pathogens. Secondly, the water should also have a good appearance, taste, and odor. Now, your drinking [...]
What to Expect as a 1st Time Home Buyer
All your life you've dreamt of having the suburban colonial style home with a white picket fence...well maybe that's not your cup of tea at all. At Schaefer Inspection Service we understand the stress of home buying and we are here to help.
Small Business Week 2019
May 5th through 11th is Small Business Week! Look for ways to support your local small businesses!! Supporting a business doesn’t always have to involve spending money. Use the tips below as inspiration for this [...]
Got Mold?
Perhaps mold is a concern because you are purchasing a home and your inspection is soon, or maybe you suspect the presence of mold in your current home. Mold spores are present everywhere we live [...]
Crumbling Foundations
The crumbling foundation crisis in Connecticut finally has some promising news! A process has been put into place for homeowners to get needed relief from the expense and stress of identifying and remediating your home [...]
Different Types of Radon Testing
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas and decay product which results from the breakdown of uranium in soil and rock and enters your home through the foundation. It is the second leading cause of [...]
Radon Myths & Misconceptions
Over the years we’ve found a TON of misinformation exists surrounding radon. Whether you are a potential home buyer, homeowner or a real estate agent, you should [...]
What is Radon? Why should I test for Radon?
Radon is a naturally occurring gas that results from the breakdown of uranium. It is present in most rock, soil and water. It enters the home through the cracks or other holes in the foundation [...]
Fall Maintenance
It’s Fall, the leaves are turning and falling to the ground, and that should be a sign to every homeowner to keep up with their Fall home maintenance. It may be called Fall maintenance, [...]
National Fire Safety!
October 7-13, 2018 It’s National Fire Prevention Week! This year's theme is: "Look. Listen. Learn. Be aware. Fire can happen anywhere." Have you ever wondered how fire-safe your home is? Are you sure that you have [...]
How to Prepare Your Home for Sale
You have made the decision to sell your home, whether to up-size or down-size, move to a new area or just a new start. Below are some tips on how to make your house look [...]
#NationalSafetyMonth Home Safety: Fire Edition
Schaefer Inspection Service wants to remind you and your family that it is National Safety Month. Protect your family against fire, so prepare today for a safer tomorrow. You can practice good fire safety year-round! [...]
9 Moving Tips You Haven’t Heard Before
Moving is never easy. When you’re packing up your entire life and shipping it off to somewhere new, you’re bound to hit a snag, no matter how much you plan and prepare. At Schaefer, we [...]