katzfamhiNov 9, 20233 min readNegotiating Radon Mitigation: Tips to Navigate the Process of Installing a SystemWhat follows are suggestions to home buyers who, during the course of the home buying process, have had a radon measurement test come...
katzfamhiSep 9, 20231 min readRadon Levels In MinnesotaAt Katz Family Home Inspection we are strong advocates for radon testing in homes, schools, and businesses. Our goal is to inform,...
katzfamhiSep 4, 20232 min readWhy Do I Need a Home InspectionThe short answer is that you can’t tell the health of the house during a 20-minute showing with your realtor. The purpose of a showing is...
katzfamhiApr 13, 20233 min readWhat I should know when buying a home that has a radon system installed?When you are purchasing a house there are many components within the house that need to be understood. One system that home buyers may...
katzfamhiFeb 24, 20233 min readChoosing A Home InspectorBuying a home is the largest purchase that most of us make in our lifetime. Knowing this, the buyer’s decision to hire a home inspector...
katzfamhiFeb 23, 20232 min readThe Problem with Aluminum Wiring.Aluminum wiring was commonly used in residential buildings during the 1960s and 1970s as a cost-effective alternative to copper wiring....
katzfamhiFeb 21, 20223 min read Problematic (legacy) Electrical PanelsFor every problem, there is a solution. In the home inspection business, there are a few “givens;” Water is the enemy of your home, crawl...
katzfamhiMar 27, 20202 min readA bit about stuccoHey, preface all of this with the fact that what follows are my thoughts, words, and ideas. There are a number of companies that supply...