Category Archives: defects

Finished Basements Can Hide Serious Defects

Posted on December 10, 2011 by

          Here at MC2 Home Inspections we have been noticing a very alarming trend over the last several years that needs to be brought into the light. It should come as no surprise that the vast majority of home … Continue reading →

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The Dangers of Knob and Tube Wiring

Posted on November 13, 2011 by

Knob-and-tube wiring was an early standardized method of electrical wiring in buildings, in common use in North America from about 1880 to the 1940s. Today the system is considered obsolete and a significant safety hazard. Surprisingly, many homes in the … Continue reading →

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Honest home inspector in Indianapolis calls it as he sees it

Posted on October 29, 2011 by

PRLog (Press Release) – Oct 29, 2011 – I don’t care too much for your report – You are too nitpicky – You are a deal killer – You scared my clients away from a perfectly good house – We … Continue reading →

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Buying Foreclosures Deal or no Deal?

Posted on October 16, 2011 by

Buyers and would-be investors often look to foreclosure sales to find real estate bargains. But newcomers to this market could find some unpleasant surprises if they go in blind. To get the best deal when buying foreclosures, all homes should … Continue reading →

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Gutters and Downspouts – Their Important Role

Posted on October 3, 2011 by

The kids are back in school and that means summer’s over in Indiana. Fall is here and soon we’ll be climbing up our roofs and cleaning out the gutters before the fall leaves begin their damage. But just how much … Continue reading →

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Dryer lint can be a serious fire hazard

Posted on September 29, 2011 by

When you think of serious hazards in your home, I bet this one doesn’t come to mind: lint. It’s not a hazard to health, like mold or asbestos, but it can light up fast, and can be a serious fire … Continue reading →

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Warning: Watch for Mold In Empty and Foreclosed Houses

Posted on September 22, 2011 by

Many people believe the banks have shown that they are not very good at managing money.  Without the governments (we the taxpayers) help, many of them would be out of business and the high priced executives would be looking for … Continue reading →

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Home Maintenance Inspections Indianapolis Brownsburg Carmel Fishers Noblesville Indiana

Posted on September 20, 2011 by

MC2 Home Inspections recommends that you receive a Home Maintenance Inspection every two to three years. For about the cost of a basic automotive tune-up, a Home Maintenance Inspection can help identify problems and damage in your home before they … Continue reading →

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Angie’s List: Home inspections not just for buying/selling WTHR 13

Posted on August 29, 2011 by

Most people take their car for regular maintenance but neglect to give their home the same care. Just like miles adding up on the car, the years can take a toll on your house. “One Angie’s List member decided after … Continue reading →

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More Foreclosures = More Closed Up Houses = Lots More Mold: What Banks and Realtors Don’t Want to Talk About

Posted on August 13, 2011 by

It’s sort of the STD of this recession’s real estate foreclosure game. Embarrassing, smelly, uncomfortable at best, potentially hazardous if left untreated, and very often a dealbreaker if you are one of the few that tell the truth. Which is … Continue reading →

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