by admin | Nov 5, 2013 | Home Inspection News
Name of Product: Motion-Activated Outdoor Lights Hazard: The internal fixture wiring can energize the entire surface and fittings of the fixture, posing an electrical shock hazard. Remedy: Replace Consumer Contact: HeathCo toll-free at (855) 704-5438 between 8 a.m....
by admin | Nov 1, 2013 | Manufacturer Recalls
Name of Product: A/C Adaptor (charger) included with Polaroid PMID 709 Internet Tablets Hazard: The adaptors can overheat, posing a fire hazard. Remedy: Replace Consumer Contact: Southern Telecom toll-free at (866) 450-4493 from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET Monday through...
by admin | Oct 31, 2013 | Manufacturer Recalls
Name of Product: Hanging pendant lamps Hazard: The lamp’s wires can be connected incorrectly because the wires’ polarity labels can fall off or be mislabeled, posing fire and shock hazards to consumers. Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled lamp...
by admin | Oct 30, 2013 | Home Maintenance and Prevention
“Buying a home? It is probably the most expensive purchase you will ever make. This is no time to shop for a cheap inspection. The cost of a home inspection is very small relative to the value of the home being inspected. The additional cost of hiring an...
by admin | Oct 22, 2013 | Home Maintenance and Prevention
“Clean the Exterior Condenser Unit and Components The exterior condenser unit is the large box located on the side of the building that is designed to push heat from the inside of the building to the outdoors. Inside of the box are coils of pipe that are...