Natick, MA

A home inspector working in Natick MA is required to perform a home inspection to the Massachusetts Home Inspector Standards of Practice. A copy of the standard will be provided to the client by the home inspector.

The MA Home Inspector Standards of Practice is written for the professional home inspector. United Inspection Service has created some easy to read Consumer Information Sheets illustrating what is included and excluded in a Standard MA home inspection. Clear client communications (3c) are one of our core values. See the easy to read one page consumer information sheets for each of the systems in a MA Home Inspection.

Visit the Natick MA Home Inspection web page from United Inspection Service for some useful information about homes in Natick MA and the Massachusetts Home Inspection.

• Massachusetts Home Inspector Standards of Practice
• Recommended Questions to Ask the Seller/Seller's Representative
• Home Inspection Photographs
• Flood Zones
• Lead Paint
• Hazardous Waste Release
• Check the Natick MA Home Inspector web page for consumer information links ...

Play it Safe by Staying Safe When Hurricane Irene Visits Massachusetts

The strongest storm to hit the East Coast in decades is upon us. Please be prepared. Experts are calling this storm an "Extraordinary Threat for New England" becasue Massachusetts is 190 miles wide and this storm is 430 miles wide. No matter where you are in New England this storm will effect you. We’ve complied these tips from government websites to help you and your family be prepared for the storm.

• Have an emergency kit which should include: non-perishable food, medicine, water, flashlights, battery powered radio and batteries.
• Make a family plan to know how you will contact one another, how you will get back together and what you will do in case of an emergency.
• Make sure you have adequate pet food and supplies for your animals. If you have to evacuate - take your pets with you. There are many pet friendly shelters and hotels out there. Now is the time to plan.
• Develop a Disaster Supply Kit ‘Go Bag’, with essentials in case you must evacuate quickly.
• If you are asked to evacuate – Evacuate!

You should also:

• Cover your home’s windows with pre-cut plywood to protect your windows from high winds.
• Bring in all outdoor furniture, decorations, garbage cans and anything else that is not tied down.
• Keep all trees and shrubs well trimmed so they are more wind resistant.
• Turn off utilities as instructed. Otherwise, turn the refrigerator thermostat to its coldest setting and keep its door closed.
• Turn off propane tanks.
• Reinforce your garage doors; if wind enters a garage, it can cause dangerous and expensive structural damage.
• Ensure a supply of water for sanitary purposes such as cleaning and flushing toilets. Fill the bathtub and other large containers with water.
• Find out how to keep food safe during and after and emergency by visiting www.FoodSafety.gov.

South Natick colonial located near the Wellesley line , near Elm bank and Hunnewell Farm, was renovated in 2003. Beautiful Hardwood floors, five spacious bedrooms, newer windows and a newer boiler with three zones are just a few of the features this home has. All appliances are included! The partially finished walkout basement is just waiting for your ideas and includes a fireplace. Well landscaped yard with front sprinkler system. Listed at $599,900.

Call The Kelly & Colombo Group today for more information on this wonderful South Natick Colonial 508-520-9669.

Natick family's driveway made into home court by RE/MAX and Boston Celtics!

Yesterday RE/MAX of New England and the Boston Celtics made over, Celtic's style, a Natick family's driveway into a Home Court!

As part of the Home Court package, this family received their very own Celtics branded home court which includes a newly paved driveway, new basketball stanchion, basketballs, equipment and more! The winner also received a Celtics branded bedroom!

The program culminated with a once in a lifetime opportunity, a special dedication of their new court with Celtics Legend Cedric Maxwell and current Celtics player, Glenn "Big Baby" Davis. As part of the dedication, the Celtics and RE/MAX also hosted a free basketball clinic in Natick for kids of all ages!