Inspector Blog

A clogged AC drain line is one of the most common causes of hidden water damage I find in Palm Coast homes. Here's how the system works, what Florida's building code requires, and the warning signs to watch for.

In Florida, a home inspection and a termite (WDO) inspection are two different things. Here's what the state's Form 13645 covers, what I watch for during a home inspection, and how to protect your deal.

Your roof's age can decide whether you get insured in Florida. Here's what state law and Citizens actually say, how roof age is counted, and what paperwork to keep.

Gray plastic water pipes in a Palm Coast home built from 1978 to 1995 can affect your insurance options. Here's how to spot polybutylene, what Citizens says about it, and what to do if your home has it.

Many Florida insurers ask for a 4-point inspection on older homes. Here is what it covers, what insurers look for, and how to get ready.

A wind mitigation report can lower the windstorm part of your Florida insurance premium. Here is what the inspector checks and what changed with the 2026 form.

Palm Coast's ITT-era homes share a building style, and they tend to share the same inspection findings too. Here is what to look for before you buy.

The home inspector is not an expert but a generalist. The home inspector can inspect a home and report upon the home’s condition as it...

Every homeowner has similar concerns and questions related to maintaining their home. The following questions are those that all...