Problems Selling in a Seller’s Market?

Can’t Sell Your Home in a Seller’s Market?It’s no secret that most of the country is experiencing a strong seller’s market.With more homebuyers than inventory, most sellers have been delighted to sellquickly and often with multiple offers. Yet, some homes are still...

Bathroom Ventilation Ducts and Fans

Bathroom ventilation systems are designed to exhaust odors and moist air to the home’s exterior. Typical systems consist of a ceiling fan unit connected to a duct that terminates at the roof. Fan Function    The fan may be controlled in one of several ways: Most...

15 Tools Every Homeowner Should Own

The following items are essential tools, but this list is by no means exhaustive.    1.  Plunger A clogged sink or toilet is one of the most inconvenient household problems that you will face. With a plunger on hand, however, you can usually remedy these plumbing...

10 Easy Ways to Save Money & Energy in Your Home

Most people don’t know how easy it is to make their homes run on less energy, and here at Santa Maria Valley Home Inspections, we want to change that. Drastic reductions in heating, cooling and electricity costs can be accomplished through very simple changes, most of...