Blog Archives
Structural Foundation Cracks
Cracks in your foundation pose serious risks to the structural integrity of your home as well as creating the potential for water damage. Fix foundation cracks before it’s too late!
Mortgage Loans: Slower Financial Closings?
Mortgage rates are at an average of 5.5 percent and the federal government continues dangling a free $8,000 in front of first-time buyers — two huge incentives to get people to commit to real estate.
But those seeking a mortgage won’t find rose petals lining the path to their new front door.
Building Collapse: Code Violations Lead to Structural Failure?
The fallen building had several active violations, including one issued May 1 after complaints from tenants of shaking and vibrations, and another for working without a proper permit. An inspector noted at the time vertical cracks running from the ground floor to the roof level. The inspection also found cracks in the interior on the third and fourth floors, according to Buildings Department records.
Buying Distressed Properties: Structural Inspections Mandatory
If you’re in the market for buying a house, buying a distressed property might be an avenue to look into.
But when buying a distressed home, make sure you know what’s involved, how the process works and the challenges you may face. Otherwise, you might become more distressed than the actual house.
TRCC-Dead on Arrival?
By Jennifer Hiller – Express-News The often-criticized agency that oversees home building in Texas will be dismantled. As the legislative session wound down this week, lawmakers did not act to save the beleaguered Texas Residential Construction Commission from the state’s […]
Texas Residential Construction Commission-Fading Into The Sunset?
s the legislative session wound down this week, lawmakers did not act to save the beleaguered Texas Residential Construction Commission from the state’s Sunset process.
Foundation Problems? You Need To Know
Why is my foundation cracking? Poor design? Incorrect materials? Expansive Soils? Workmanship problems? Plumbing Leak underneath the slab? Property Insurance Claim?
After the Storm: A Few Thoughts on Windstorm, Catastrophe, or Hurricane Planning
Don’t return until authorities have said it’s safe to do so.Don’t enter your home if you smell gas, if floodwaters remain, or if your home was damaged by fire and authorities have not said it’s safe to enter.
Windstorm Insurance: Ask Your Realtor–BEFORE You Buy
Windstorm Insurance. Do you need it? Here are a few questions to ask your real estate professional before you purchase a home or building along the Texas Gulf Coast:
Hurricane Ike, Windstorm Inspections, and Texas Designated Catastrophe Areas
Inspection and/or certification by the Lineberger & Associates will enable a structure to be eligible for windstorm insurability through the Texas Windstorm Insurance Association.