RJ Home Inspection Blog

With harsh winters, coastal flooding, and unpredictable storms, is your Massachusetts home truly protected without a proper homeowners insurance policy? If you own a home in the Bay State, you’re no stranger to the weather-related challenges that might wreak havoc on your property. From snowstorms and freezing temperatures to flooding along the coast, your Massachusetts […]

The foundation is one of the most significant parts of your home, especially in Massachusetts, where cold winters, heavy snow, and shifting soil can put extra pressure on it. A strong foundation is literally the backbone of your home. It keeps the water out, prevents shifting, and helps protect against the extreme weather we often […]

Imagine you receive a late-night call from your tenant about the water pipe being broken and the water coming into the living room. As a rental property owner, what would you do at that time? First of all, it will frustrate you to find a plumber in the middle of the night. But this is […]

When it comes to property transactions, home inspections have always played a major role. Whether you’re a potential homebuyer or a seller, the future of your investment and return on investment depends on the home inspection report. The inspectors thoroughly inspect the property, giving you insights into its condition – helping you make informed decisions […]

If you’re buying a home, we know your recent searches include the “home inspection vs. appraisal” or “the difference between a home inspection and home appraisal,” and you might still be unclear about what you find. Honestly, it’s confusing. However, one thing you must know is that both of these are valuable tools, especially when […]

When you’re living in Boston, your property faces the city’s diverse climate and weather patterns. With such weather changes, using HVAC systems can never be emphasized enough. If you live in one of Boston’s iconic row houses, you know how tricky it can be to keep them warm in the winter and cool in the […]

Living in Massachusetts is a task of its own, and buying a new home in the state? It’s even more of a challenge (no kidding). The Massachusetts real estate market is very busy, but you are, too. Yes, the state’s real estate market is literally thriving, with homes being sold in a matter of days. […]

A home inspection will help you to better grasp the nature of your involvement and whether the house is worth purchasing. But what is a home inspection report?  Basically, after you get your home inspected, everything that the inspector found in their inspection will come in a detailed report – ergo – a home inspection […]

Your home inspection found some stuff… Now what? For starters, don’t panic. It is quite common to find minor home inspection issues.  Finding issues during a home inspection is pretty normal. Especially if you live in Methuen. Methuen winters are tough on homes! Water in the ground freezes and expands up to 9%. This pushes […]

When you have bought your commercial property, you must have dreamt about a high return on your investment. And now that you’re about to sell it, you (of course) want a smooth and profitable transaction. As you should. But you do know that it’s not promised, right? It’s natural for your commercial property to develop […]