Insights from Shadow Inspections
The Shadow Report
Practical, plain-English guidance on home inspections, North Texas homes, and what to watch for before you buy or sell.
Should Sellers Get a Pre-Listing Inspection in Texas?
A pre-listing inspection shows you what the buyer's inspector is likely to find while you still have time to fix it, price for it or disclose it. Here's what it covers and when a limited scope makes sense.
Septic Systems in Texas: A Homeowner's Guide to TCEQ Rules, Pumping & Repairs
In Texas a septic system is an on-site sewage facility (OSSF) regulated by TCEQ. Pump conventional tanks every 3 to 5 years, keep aerobic systems under contract, and get a permit before any repair.
8 DIY Repairs to Make Before Listing Your Home in Granbury, Weatherford & Aledo
Small repairs made before listing can reduce repair requests during the buyer's option period. Here are eight common ones.
Preparing Your Home for a Home Inspection: A Seller's Checklist
A little preparation can help your home inspection go smoothly. Here's what sellers in Granbury, Weatherford, Aledo, and Fort Worth should do before inspection day.
Flex Tube Drains Under the Bathroom Sink: What to Know
Some bathroom sinks drain through a flexible, ridged tube instead of a smooth-wall trap. Here is what it is, why it can slow drainage, and what an inspector looks at.