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The Most Common Home Inspection Findings in DFW Homes
Across thousands of North Texas inspections, the same issues come up again and again. Here are the most common, by system.
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North Texas home insights specific to the Dallas-Fort Worth market, from foundation movement on expansive clay soil and hail-worn roofs to drainage, aging plumbing, and the issues that matter most in DFW homes. Local knowledge to help you buy and maintain with confidence.
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Drainage and Grading on North Texas Clay Soil
On DFW clay, water management protects your foundation. Here is what good grading looks like and what inspectors flag.
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Septic and Aerobic Systems in Rural North Texas
Outside city limits in Collin, Denton, and Parker counties, many homes use septic or aerobic systems. Here is what to inspect.
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Attic Insulation and Ventilation in North Texas Homes
A well-insulated, well-vented attic is your first defense against Texas heat. Here is what inspectors look for up there.
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Slab Leaks in DFW: Signs, Causes, and Detection
A leak in the plumbing under your slab can do quiet, expensive damage. Here are the warning signs and how they are found.
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Aluminum Wiring in Older DFW Homes: Hazards and Accepted Fixes
Single-strand aluminum branch wiring from the late 1960s and early 1970s is a known fire hazard. Here is how it is found and the…
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Cast Iron Drain Lines in Older Dallas Homes: Lifespan and Warning Signs
Homes built before the 1980s often have cast iron drain and sewer lines. Here is how long they last, how they fail, and what…
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Polybutylene Plumbing in DFW Homes: Risks, Insurance, and What to Do
Gray polybutylene supply pipe was installed in many homes from the late 1970s to mid 1990s. Here is how to spot it, why it…
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Post-Tension Slab Foundations in DFW: What Buyers Should Know
Most newer North Texas homes sit on post-tension slabs. Here is how they work, why you must never cut or drill into one, and…
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Federal Pacific and Zinsco Electrical Panels: Should DFW Buyers Worry?
These older electrical panels show up in North Texas homes built in the 1960s to 1980s. Here is what the evidence says and how…
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