Home Insights
Get to know your home with practical tips, maintenance advice, and straightforward explanations from Bowes Home Inspection. Whether you’re buying, selling, or settling in, Home Insights helps you recognize common concerns and make informed decisions about your home.
Extension Cords Are Temporary – Not Permanent Wiring
Extension Cords Are Temporary - Not Permanent WiringExtension cords and power strips are designed for temporary, flexible use—not as substitutes ...
Neighbor’s Rainwater
When homes are constructed in close proximity on a sloping grade, with the subject property positioned below the neighboring home ...
Disconnected HVAC Exhaust Vent Found After Roof Repairs
A disconnected HVAC exhaust vent can allow combustion gases to discharge into the attic instead of safely to the exterior ...
Why Is Your Toilet Gurgling?
A gurgling or “burping” toilet may be more than an annoying noise. It can indicate restricted drainage, improper plumbing venting, ...
Give Your AC Room to Breathe
Overgrown vegetation, leaves, and other debris around your outdoor AC unit can restrict airflow and reduce efficiency. Keeping the area ...
Is Your AC Circuit Breaker the Right Size?
An oversized circuit breaker may not provide the electrical protection specified by the air-conditioning manufacturer. Learn why matching the breaker ...
Is Clutter in Your Attic a Safety Concern?
An oversized circuit breaker may not provide the electrical protection specified by the air-conditioning manufacturer. Learn why matching the breaker ...
Is Ivy Damaging Your Home’s Exterior?
Ivy and climbing plants can add charm to a home, but vegetation growing directly against exterior walls may trap moisture ...
Cook Smart
Save energy in the kitchen with smarter cooking habits, including using efficient appliances, matching cookware to burner size, covering pots ...
Insulate Windows and Doors
Reduce heat loss and improve home comfort by sealing gaps, adding weatherstripping, and repairing or upgrading inefficient windows and doors ...