Tag: Virginia home inspection
Avoid Hidden Moisture Issues with a Professional EIFS Inspection
Synthetic stucco offers many advantages to homeowners and commercial property owners. The material is renowned for its energy efficiency and appearance. To maintain its integrity, though, synthetic stucco requires routine maintenance. Before buying a property with synthetic stucco cladding, schedule an inspection with Burgess Inspections, Inc.
Protecting Your Family Is Simple: Schedule a Radon Test Today
Did you know radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States? Considering how much time Americans have spent inside of their homes over the past year, this statistic is particularly alarming. If you are buying or selling your home or have never had your home tested for radon, contact Burgess […]
Should I Buy a Home with a Swimming Pool?
Many Virginia homeowners consider a swimming pool to be a necessity. But do swimming pools really increase the value of your home? In all reality, a swimming pool, if not well tended to, can actually become a major liability. At Burgess Inspections, Inc., we will help you determine if a swimming pool is worth the […]
5 Qualities to Look For in a Home Inspector
When asked how they decided which home to buy, many new homeowners say things like, “it was love at first sight!” But don’t get caught up in the romance before taking time to gather the facts. With a quality home inspection from Burgess Inspections, Inc., you can make an informed decision before investing your whole […]
3 Ways Inspectors Can Detect Problems with Your Stucco
Stucco installation can be a great surface option for many homes, but the majority of stucco applications that were completed more than ten years ago were improperly installed. The truth is that stucco, when installed incorrectly, can lead to leaks, mold, and structural damage. These issues can cost a fortune to fix and are often […]
4 Questions to Ask Your Home Inspector
When you’re preparing to buy a home, you are understandably very excited! However, in all that excitement, don’t forget to do your due diligence when you seek out a home inspector. Our team at Burgess Inspections, Inc. recommends that you ask a home inspector these five questions before you hire one.
3 Common Home Inspection Concerns
You’re in the market for a new home in Virginia. Maybe you’ve been searching for months to find just the right property, and you think you’ve finally found it. You’re anxious to finalize the purchase and start your life in your new home. However, you want to make sure the property passes the home inspection.We […]
Should I Get a Home Inspection?
In a competitive real estate market, homebuyers are often tempted to forego the home inspection. Why? Some people think that taking a property inspection out of the equation acts as leverage for getting an offer noticed or accepted. Other people simply do not want to pay for the home inspection itself. However, we at Burgess […]