by Pristine Home Inspections | Jan 22, 2015 | Home Inspection Tips, Infrared (IR), Inspections, Pictures, Pristine Home Inspections, Uncategorized, Water Heaters
What is the difference between boiler radiant heating and electric radiant heat? While the main difference is the source of the heat, water vs. electric, there are many more subtle differences that can determine which kind of heating is best for the room or entire...
by Pristine Home Inspections | Jan 6, 2015 | Inspections, Pristine Home Inspections, Radon, Radon Testing in Champaign IL, Radon Testing in Daycare Centers, Uncategorized
According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), radon is the leading cause of lung cancer in non-smokers. What’s more, radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer, and is responsible for approximately 21,000 deaths as a result of lung cancer each...
by Pristine Home Inspections | Feb 12, 2014 | Inspections, Water Heaters
RUUD is a leader in the water heating industry, offering an extensive selection of products from tank, tankless and solar water heating systems. When we take a look at water heaters of the past, such as those constructed by RUUD, it’s important to note these different...
by Pristine Home Inspections | Oct 21, 2013 | Choosing the Right Home Inspector in Mt. Zion, Inspections
Whether you are in the market for a new home or are looking to purchase additional property, real estate is a hefty investment. For this reason alone, it is imperative that you are educated on what your purchase entails. An investment in a home inspector is not nearly...
by Pristine Home Inspections | Jun 21, 2013 | Champaign, Inspections, Pristine Home Inspections
Most people go looking for homes that are move-in ready. While there are some people who are willing to invest the time and energy into fixer-uppers, the majority of house hunters want something they can walk right into and start living. For many of these people, the...
by John Cheney | Dec 6, 2012 | Infrared (IR), Inspections, Uncategorized
Cracks in foundation aren’t very uncommon, and can sometimes be really small — but it could lead to really unwarranted problems. The foundation of your home is kind of like its backbone, holding and securing the building in place. But if it moves, like the earth...
