by Sean Whaley | Sep 24, 2025 | Uncategorized
If your newly built home has issues — and we’re seeing a lot of them — Florida’s new warranty law just gave you more power than ever to get the builder to fix them. But here’s the catch: it only applies for the first 12 months. And without the right documentation,...
by Sean Whaley | Sep 15, 2025 | Uncategorized
The Story: A Printer, a Breaker, and a Big Red Flag We were originally called out for a pre-drywall inspection on a new build. We documented the usual issues — some minor, some worth watching. Fast forward almost a year later, and the homeowner called us back for her...
by Sean Whaley | Sep 3, 2025 | Uncategorized
Don’t miss your Florida builder’s 1-year warranty deadline. Learn what happens if your home inspector finds a code violation before it expires—and how to get it fixed fast. When you buy a newly constructed home in Florida, it usually comes with a 1-year statutory...
by Sean Whaley | Aug 26, 2025 | Uncategorized
What Is a Polyurethane Roof? When people talk about a “polyurethane roof,” they’re usually referring to a Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF) Roofing System. This isn’t a shingle, tile, or metal roof — it’s a roof where a liquid polyurethane is sprayed onto the surface and...
by Sean Whaley | Aug 19, 2025 | Uncategorized
Power Master Electrical Panels in Florida: Insurance and Safety Risks During a recent inspection, we came across a Power Master electrical panel. At first glance, it looked like a standard breaker box. But looks can be deceiving. Panels like these often raise red...
by Sean Whaley | Aug 14, 2025 | Uncategorized
Learn why FHA water testing is required for well water homes, what we test for, and how to avoid delays in your home purchase. If you’re buying a home in Indian River County with an FHA loan—and it’s on well water—there’s a step you can’t skip: FHA water testing. The...
by Sean Whaley | Aug 13, 2025 | Uncategorized
Mold Analysis: The Real Story Behind a “Mold Test” When people think “mold test,” they usually imagine a quick swab or maybe a guy in a hazmat suit waving a magic wand. Reality? It’s a lot more methodical—and for good reason. We get calls for mold testing when...
by Sean Whaley | Aug 8, 2025 | Uncategorized
The Pinpoint Problem: What This Leaky Pipe Tells Us About Copper in Indian River County It doesn’t look like much. A fine mist of water quietly spraying from a weathered outdoor pipe. You’ve probably seen it before—or worse, walked past it without noticing. But that...
by Sean Whaley | Aug 4, 2025 | Uncategorized
Anchored in Place—or Just for Show? A Deep Dive into Improper AC Condenser Installation When you’re buying a home in Florida, there are two things you can count on: storms and air conditioning. And when both of those collide—like during a hurricane—you want to make...
by Sean Whaley | Jul 31, 2025 | Uncategorized
During a recent 4-point inspection in Brevard County, I walked into a home and found something that still manages to surprise me — not one, but two Federal Pacific Electric (FPE) panels. One 200-amp main panel and one 100-amp sub. And yep, both of them were...
