Todd Engle
Automatic dampers
An automatic flue damper is an energy-saving device that closes off or restricts an appliance flue when the appliance is not operating...
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Todd Engle
- Dec 2, 2022
- 1 min
What really matters in a home inspections
Watch this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u6_ubGlXmjg&feature=youtu.be www.nachi.org thank you
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Todd Engle
- Dec 2, 2022
- 2 min
Oil Tanks need to know
Tanks should be listed and labeled, and conform to standards for underground and above-ground tanks. The maximum amount of fuel oil...
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Todd Engle
- Dec 2, 2022
- 1 min
Check for smells when touring homes
Sniff Sniff: https://youtu.be/aOD7O3a_9Rs
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Todd Engle
- Dec 2, 2022
- 1 min
Access to items is very important
Check out this video: https://youtu.be/45twRGZ_0Go
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Todd Engle
- Nov 12, 2022
- 2 min
Whirlpool / Jetted Tubs
Whirlpool/jetted bathtub fixtures must be installed according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. The bathtub may be filled with water...
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Todd Engle
- Nov 12, 2022
- 1 min
Connect with us on You Tube!
Todd D. Engle, CMI Certified Master Inspector (CMI)® Ohio License number OHI.2019004720 ​Click this link to add us to your contacts:...
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Todd Engle
- Nov 9, 2022
- 1 min
Dishwasher high loop is always needed
Discharge, Loop and Air Gap The dishwasher discharge hose should be connected to the waste tee or disposer inlet above the drain trap. It...
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Todd Engle
- Nov 9, 2022
- 2 min
Garbage disposals my opinion waster of money
I grew up on a farm = eat your food do not waste it! Debris from the disposal will clog your drains in enough time Pictures of various...
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Todd Engle
- Nov 9, 2022
- 1 min
I love gardens but..................
Check for downspouts diverters not discharging water far enough away from the house. Check floor lawn irrigation systems spraying water...
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Todd Engle
- Nov 9, 2022
- 1 min
Horizontal Cracking in foundation walls
Hydrostatic pressure refers to the pressures caused by water pushing against slabs and foundations, particularly underground concrete...
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Todd Engle
- Nov 9, 2022
- 1 min
Soil pressure can crush foundation walls
The weight and pressure of the dry soil may affect and crack a foundation. There is wet soil that can exert a force against a foundation....
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Todd Engle
- Nov 9, 2022
- 1 min
When shopping for a home check out the.....
BASEMENT for smells! Check both concrete walls and concrete slab floors for any indications or evidence of cracking. As a general rule,...
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Todd Engle
- Nov 8, 2022
- 1 min
Collar ties not a bow tie
Collar Ties Collar ties span between and connect opposing rafters, and they are typically placed in the top third of the attic spaces. ...
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Todd Engle
- Nov 8, 2022
- 1 min
Hitting a BRICK wall
A brick wall is not necessarily considered to be waterproof. Water can penetrate through a masonry crack that is hairline or as small as...
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Todd Engle
- Nov 8, 2022
- 1 min
Exterior & foundation cracks/movement to look for
inspectors should look for and note: mortar joint condition; loose bricks; misdirected downspouts; overflowing gutters; horizontal...
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Todd Engle
- Nov 8, 2022
- 1 min
Trees love them hate them next to the home
nearby vegetation The inspector is required to report vegetation growing near the home according to the Home Inspection Standards of...
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Todd Engle
- Nov 8, 2022
- 1 min
Building on slopes
steep slope The home inspector should note if a home is on a steep slope and, therefore, subject to erosion or movement. The maximum...
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Todd Engle
- Nov 8, 2022
- 2 min
Framing Types old and new
There are two common styles of wood framing: balloon and platform. The main difference between balloon and platform framing is apparent...
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Todd Engle
- Nov 8, 2022
- 2 min
Load & Non-Load Bearing walls
Common Structural Terms In this section of the course, let's learn about some common terms or phrases that are used in the construction...
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