Household Glossary

Building Technical Terms ExplainedAAbs — A type of black plastic pipe commonly used for waste water lines.Aggregate — Crushed rock or stone.Air chamber — A vertical, air filled pipe that prevents water hammer by absorbing pressure when water is shut off at a faucet or valve.Air-conditioner condenser — The outside fan unit of the air conditioning system. The condenser discharges heat to the building exterior.

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Carbon Monoxide – What You Need To Know

What is Carbon Monoxide (CO)?CO is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gasIt is a by-product of incomplete combustion (unburned fuel such as gas, oil, wood, etc.)Low concentrations of CO can go undetected and can contribute to ongoing, unidentified illnesses. At high concentrations, it can be deadly.Why is it Dangerous?If there is CO in the air you breath, it will enter your blood system the same way oxygen does through your lungs. The CO displaces the oxygen in your blood, depriving your body of oxygen.

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Priority Maintenance for Home Buyers

There are so many home maintenance and repair items that are important; it can be confusing trying to establish which are the most critical. To simplify things, we have compiled a short list of our favorites. These are by no means all-inclusive, nor do they replace any of the information in a home inspection report. They should, however, help you get started on the right foot. Remember, any items marked as priority or safety issues on your home inspection report need immediate attention.

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Interesting Article Links

10 things home inspectors won’t tell you

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