Ask The Raleigh Home Inspector

This new home has defects with two fireplace flue pipes. They are improperly installed and will allow water, insects or birds to enter the home. We find defects like this every day in new homes in Raleigh. Be sure to have your new home inspected to avoid getting stuck with costly repair bills down the road.

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This fireplace in a brand new home has been installed incorrectly and is a seroius fire hazard. Just because your home is new and the town has inspected it doesn’t mean everything is correct. This fireplace is a serious fire hazard and must be corrected at great expense. Unless you want to be responsible for [...]

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Cracks in the refractory panels in the interior of a fireplace insert can be cause for concern. Only a Certified chimney sweep should service your fireplace. Fire safety is very important and is something we always look for during your home inspection.

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