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Energy leakage and HVAC efficiency
Energy leakage and HVAC efficiency What is Energy Leakage? Energy leakage is a term inspectors use to relate to air leaking out from temperature controlled
Understanding Flood Zones
Understanding Flood Zones Evaluate the risk Floods can happen for a multitude of reasons, including a burst pipe, heavy rains, broken water dams, and major
Car Maintenance in the Summer
Car Maintenance in the Summer High Heat Danger Many people are aware of the dangers while driving in snowy or icy conditions, but few know
Lightning Safety
Lightning Safety What’s the danger? There are over 25,000,000 cloud to ground (CG) lightning strikes in the United States per year, and Florida is the
Fireworks Safety
Fireworks Safety Know the risk What’s more american than enjoying a few burgers with friends and family, while watching things blow up in the sky?
Energy Efficiency in the Summer
Summer tips on energy use Lower your energy consumption As the temperatures rise, so do our energy bills. The main culprit is our HVAC, and
Mold solutions and prevention
Mold solutions and prevention Different types of Mold Not all molds are created equal. However, all molds should be dealt with and prevented if possible.
Flood awareness and safety
Record Breaking Hurricane Season High Activity This hurricane season has produced the most amount of tropical storm systems before August 1st, since the we’ve been
Three outdated and unsafe electrical panels
Three outdated and unsafe electrical panels Stay informed If you live in a home that was built before 1990, there is a chance that you
Can I do my own inspection?
Can I do my own inspection? Why would it be beneficial? With the simple use of your own smart phone, home owners will be able
The #1 reason why Four Point inspections fail
The #1 Reason Four Point Inspections Fail What is a Four Point Inspection? Just for clarification, a four point inspection is a common insurance inspection
Wind Mitigations and how to save money.
Wind Mitigations and how to save money What’s the purpose of a Wind Mitigation? When an insurance company is trying to evaluate the risk vs.
Chinese Drywall
Chinese Drywall What is Chinese Drywall? Certain companies in China use an unrefined coal residue found in smokestacks in coal-fired power plants in their manufacturing
Roof types and Materials
Roof types and materials Different roof types Solar tilesTechnology is advancing in the solar roofing industry, from solar tiles to solar shingles. It gives homeowners
Pool Safety
Pool Maintenance and Safety Keep in Mind There’s nothing more refreshing than a nice dip in a clean pool. To many, these seasonal moments of
Roof conditions and why they matter!
Roof conditions and why they matter! The first line of defense! Almost like skin to the body, your roof is the first line of defense
Compare Insurances
Compare Insurances How do I know what insurance is the right one? Many different factors need to be considered before choosing an insurance. Things like
HVAC and Mini-Split Decision
HVAC and Mini-Split Decision What’s the difference? HVAC stands for “Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning.” A large traditional unit will consist an air handler inside
How to protect your home from wildfires
How to Protect Your Home From Wildfires Here’s the reality… No home is 100% fireproof. However, there are many things you can do to help
What to do before, during, and after a hurricane.
What to do before, during, and after a Hurricane! Before a Hurricane: Take pictures of your valuables and the condition of your home, to show
Survival Kit
Hurricane Emergency Survival Kit In the Midst of a Pandemic While it may feel like 2020 has already seen it’s fair share of craziness, it
Hurricane Readiness
Hurricane Readiness Hurricane Preparedness Hurricane season is from June 1st to November 30th. This season can be very unpredictable, most of the time it is
How will it improve our inspection process?
How will it improve our inspection process? Let’s be honest Life is full of surprises… Usually inconvenient ones. Don’t get caught unprepared. The last thing
Should our inspection company use Four Site?
Should our inspection company use Four Site? Uniformity In the beginning phases of Four Site, we partnered with an inspection company called West Coast Inspections. As
What goes into a home inspection?
What goes into a home inspection? Multiple inspection types From buying or selling, to claims and damages, or even for insurance purposes, there are multiple
How will it improve our inspection process?
How will it improve our inspection process? Increase efficiency As a company that has handled over 70,000 insurance policies, we understand the need to quickly
Why should we use Four Site?
Why should we use Four Site? Engaging One of the biggest issues the insurance market faces today is unaware clients. We want to change that,
RCE
What is a Replacement Cost Estimator? How much does it cost to build? A home replacement cost estimator is a tool used by insurance companies