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Spring Sprinkler Prep: Get Your System Ready

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As spring arrives in Texas, it’s essential to ensure your sprinkler system is ready to handle the upcoming summer heat. Proper maintenance not only conserves water but also keeps your lawn vibrant and healthy. Here’s a comprehensive checklist to prepare your irrigation system for the season: 1. Inspect and Clean Sprinkler Heads Over time, sprinkler […]

Top 5 Signs A Home Needs a Sewer Scope Inspection

Home inspector performing a sewer scope inspection using specialized equipment in a residential backyard.

As a real estate agent, your clients depend on your expertise to navigate the complexities of purchasing a home. One critical aspect that often goes overlooked is the condition of a property’s sewer system. Recommending a sewer scope inspection can prevent potential headaches and significant expenses for your clients. Here are five key indicators that […]

Austin Mold Remediation: A Guide for Homeowners and Agents

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Mold growth in homes is an issue that many homeowners and real estate agents encounter, especially in areas with high humidity and frequent rainfall, like Austin, Texas. For both homeowners and real estate professionals, understanding the importance of mold remediation and the steps involved is essential for preserving property value, maintaining a healthy living environment, […]

5 Mistakes to Avoid After a Revealing Home Inspection

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Once you have had a home inspection and you find out how many repairs are necessary, you may feel nervous whether you are a home buyer or seller — but there’s no reason for panic. While you may receive a notification that the home needs work, there is no precise pass or fail for home […]

The Evolution of Home Inspections: Then and Now

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Home inspections are an important part of buying or selling a home today. It wasn’t always this way. Not so long ago, buying a house meant crossing your fingers and hoping for the best. Over the years, the home inspection process has evolved dramatically, providing more assurance for both buyers and sellers. Let’s take a […]

Preventing Mold Growth: 4 Tips for Homeowners

Preventing Mold Growth: Tips for Homeowners

As a homeowner, keeping your home in pristine condition is one of your top priorities. One of the most common problems facing new homeowners is mold growth. Not only is mold unsightly, but it can also have serious health effects. So, here are four helpful tips from TLC Home Inspections, on preventing mold growth in […]

Look Out for These 5 Poor Water Quality Signs before Buying

Look Out for These Poor Water Quality Signs Before Buying

When it comes to determining water quality, it’s not always easy to know if it’s safe. Sometimes, even clear-looking water can be contaminated with invisible impurities that can harm your health. If you want to purchase a home, it’s important to recognize these five signs of poor water quality. And if you find your water […]

Why Termite Inspections Are Crucial for Home Buyers

Termite Inspections: Why They Are Crucial for Home Buyers

Buying a home is a major investment that requires careful consideration and due diligence. A home inspection is one of the most crucial steps in the home-buying process, which can uncover issues that may not be immediately visible to the buyer. However, one inspection is often overlooked but just as important as the rest – […]

Homeowners Insurance 101: What You Need to Know

Homeowners Insurance 101: What You Need to Know

Next to your home inspection from TLC Home Inspections, homeowners insurance is the next best investment for protecting your property. However, purchasing this type of insurance can be overwhelming, especially if you’re unsure how it works and what it covers. To help you understand homeowners insurance better, we’ve put together this guide that covers what […]

The Benefits of a Termite Inspection

The Benefits of a Termite Inspection

Termites can cause major structural damage to your home. So, it’s not shocking that termite inspections are the number one requested service from TLC Home Inspections.  But why is it so important to make sure that you get an annual termite inspection by a certified professional? Here are some of the benefits of a termite […]

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