How do I know if my chimney is dirty?

• <div><p>There are several signs that your chimney is dirty and ready for cleaning. Look for the following:</p><ul><li><p>A buildup of creosote and soot inside the chimney</p></li><li><p>The room fills with smoke when you use the fireplace</p></li><li><p>The damper is black with creosote residue</p></li><li><p>When you light a fire, it quickly goes out</p></li></ul><p>In general, it’s best to schedule a cleaning at least once a year before winter so you can safely use the fireplace. </p></div>

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Q: How do I choose an HVAC inspector?

• <div><p>Do a little background research on a few certified HVAC companies before choosing the best one for your job. Look for things like how long the company has been in business, and check their online customer reviews.</p><p>When choosing an inspector, also ask to see a sample inspection report. A professional inspection report should detail all the areas and components of an HVAC system, provide findings, and include any recommendations for repairs. Finally, find a contractor you&rsquo;ll feel comfortable with who can address any questions or concerns you may have after the inspection.</p></div>

Q: How does a home inspection impact the selling price of a house?

• <div><p>Home inspections can reveal many different issues that could end up costing buyers thousands of dollars or more post-closing to rectify, so what a buyer is willing to pay for a home largely depends on the findings of the home inspection. Major issues like foundation damage or structural problems could significantly bring down the selling price. A &ldquo;clean&rdquo; home inspection that reveals no issues may make the home more enticing to buyers, potentially raising the selling price.</p></div>

Q: What does an open flue look like?

• <div><p>There are a few different types of flues out there, including throat dampers and top-mounted dampers. A throat damper will look like a piece of metal inside the chimney that is either opened or closed, while a top-mounted damper will simply make it so that you can see the daylight streaming in through your chimney from inside if it&rsquo;s open.</p></div>

Q: What are the three main types of inspections for new construction?

• <div><p>The three main <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/types-of-home-inspections.htm">types of home inspections</a> you should always carry out for new construction include a pre-drywall inspection, a post-drywall inspection, and a one-year inspection. The pre-drywall inspection can identify building code violations, issues with plumbing, electrical, and HVAC components, and structural issues. The post-drywall inspection can identify damaged building materials, insufficient insulation, and more. An inspection at the one-year mark after construction will identify problems your builder must fix under their comprehensive one-year warranty.</p></div>

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M. Gonzalez, I was extremely satisfied with the service and professionalism of the the owner and the technician. They were on time and were very knowledgeable. The parts had to be ordered and as soon as they arrived technician quickly made it to my home to install. the second part took a few...
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Reviewed in July 2023
Theyâ re fast, efficient, and reliable. They completed this project in no time. Overall I would hire them again to other home repairs and projects and at a excellent price.
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Reviewed in December 2021
My experience with La Trocha Studios was excellent. Mauricio is meticulous in all his work. I hired him for various jobs, painting, electrical, refinishing and he also built a beautiful built in bookcase, with lighting. He is responsible, so considerate while in your home. Courteous and...
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Reviewed in August 2018
Sinewave came to do an electrical inspection for a pool project. I received a quote in a day. We hired this company among others we had called because they showed professionalism, they were on time, and explained everything that needed to get done and also worked with any concerns we had in...
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Reviewed in May 2013
I took the car to get the a/c replaced, he took about 4 days after telling me that he would have it by the next day. When I went to go pick it up they were putting gas because it didn't have any. I paid him and drove off. As I was driving the air felt hot and the car kept turning off but I...
ACE AUTO SVC II
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Reviewed in August 2012
They came and drained the old water heater (10 yrs old original to the house) and hauled it out of the attic. They then installed the new one. They informed me that the vent duct work was not done correctly and wondered how it ever passed inspection before. They also charged me $150 extra for...
Home Depot
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Reviewed in February 2012
I am very happy with the windows that were installed and the kitchen work done. They were amazingly good. I was satifsfied with the countertop installation. The window installation had some problems and they had to return to repair a window. The window installers, that were hired through...
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