The request for Atlanta Home Inspections has increased due to the abundance of real estate activity in our area! The overall affordability of homes nationwide was higher last quarter. Atlanta didn't make the list as most affordable, but the Atlanta Home Inspector has been busy due to historical low mortgage rates, home pricing, and a steady median income for the region.
Affordability of homes means more homes sold. Our area is consistently busy, which is great news for Real Estate Agents, Home Inspectors and the general public.
Good news for the Midwest where 7 of the 10 most affordable markets in the nation are!
The Top 5 most affordable U.S. cities in Q4 2011 were:
These are each considered “small markets”. The most affordable “major market” was the Youngstown, Ohio area, where 95.1% of homes sold were affordable to households earning the area’s local median income.
Not surprisingly, America’s “least affordable cities” were regionally-concentrated, too, with 7 of the 10 least affordable markets located in either California or Texas.
New York City only boats about 29 % affordability, earning the "Least Affordable Market" honors.
Location is always something to keep in mind when buying or selling real estate. Remember when you find that home, please have it inspected.
If you plan to buy an Atlanta foreclosed home, have a real estate professional on your side. The internet can teach you much about how the GA housing market works, but when it comes to writing contracts, you’ll want an experienced agent on your side.
Do us a favor if you or someone you know is about to buy that foreclosure home, please recommend us to them, so that they know what “As-Is” really means. When you find your foreclosure home, make sure that you get a thorough home inspection in Atlanta, GA from the home inspector Atlanta, GA, David Lelak of IHI Home Inspections, serving Atlanta and all of North Georgia. Call us today at 404-788-2581 for a thorough home inspection in Atlanta. We won’t let you buy the money pit. You can also schedule your Atlanta home inspection today online. We create Peace of Mind One Atlanta home inspection at a time. Be sure to check out all the other reasons other customers chose IHI Home Inspections at our original website.
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The Atlanta Home Inspector likes to conserve energy. One way the inspector in Atlanta, Ga conserves is with Energy Star products. Energy Star has become a common term within our everyday language. What exactly does Energy Star mean and how does it apply to not only the Atlanta Home Inspector, but also to each of us?
Bear in mind, this is not a picture of an Energy Efficient Light Bulb!!
The Environmental Protection Agency has spent research time and money to determine what products will conserve energy and reduce climate change emissions. When a product passes all of the requirements set forth by the EPA, it earns the rank of Energy Star. The rank applies to various appliances and everyday household products.
For the purpose of this blog, we will focus on the light bulb. According to energystar.gov if every home replaced just one lightbulb with an Energy Star light bulb, enough energy would be conserved to provide light to 3 million homes for an entire year. In your own home a qualified lightbulb can a) produce less heat, which makes it safer b) outlast incandescent bulbs by up to 6 times longer c) save on energy bills.
So how do you decide what to buy? The best advice is to research retailers to find out what they sell. Also determine where you wish to replace the light bulbs and for what purpose. There are different colors and purposes for each bulb. It is good to know what you need before heading to the store.
There are tax credits for Energy Star appliances. Some lightbulbs are not covered, but some are. Research to find out what can be applied at tax time.
Do us a favor if you or someone you know is about to buy that perfect home, please recommend us to them. When you find your dream home, make sure that you get a thorough home inspection in Atlanta, GA from the home inspector Atlanta, GA, David & Bonnie Lelak of IHI Home Inspections, they serve Atlanta and all of North Georgia. Call us today at 404-788-2581 for a thorough home inspection in Atlanta. We won’t let you buy the money pit. You can also schedule your Atlanta home inspection today online. We create Peace of Mind One Atlanta home inspection at a time. Be sure to check out all the other reasons other customers chose IHI Home Inspections at our original website.
"Forget about the pricetag," Jesse J. proclaims in her pop tune. Do you or your clients sing that song? It would seem that in today's market, price is a deciding factor for several aspects of our everyday living. What is a pricetag anyway? Does the cost of something tell us the benefit attached to an item?
When you go to a restaurant, do you choose menu items completely by their dollar amount? If I were to guess, I would say, probably not. Choosing a menu item is based on the benefit of the meal. You order steak because you like the way it is cooked. You order the vegetables because they are healthy. You order the drinks of your choice because of their flavor and the dessert you crave. You base your order on your experience with the food, the restaurant, or by recommendation. If you are adventurous, you base that order on what you haven't tried, but with a benefit in mind. If you based your order solely on the price, you might be eating food that leaves a bad taste in your mouth.
When you purchase a new pair of shoes, do you choose the cheapest pair available regardless of the fit, style, practicality or likability? If I were to guess, I would say, probably not. Choosing the right pair of shoes, for the right occasion, for the durability, and for the sheer purpose of style doesn't mean that you walk out of the store in a pair of two sizes too small purple ballet flats when you walked into the store looking for sturdy work boots!
So, why choose or recommend the cheapest home inspector? I do not know. As we have discussed earlier, you wouldn't choose the cheapest food or cheapest shoe, because you wouldn't receive the best benefit. What's interesting is that dining and shoes are small decisions. Whereas, deciding on a new home, a new investment - now that's a life changing event! If the inspector doesn't scale every inch of the home from rooftop to crawlspace, then what exactly is being inspected and are you getting a good deal or just a ho-hum glance at things to push through the paperwork? You wouldn't live comfortably in a home that had mold spoors in the air, or high levels of radon, foundation settlement, roof leaks, electrical, plumbing or any other number of issues. A good home inspector will investigate everything and reveal everything in a clear, concise manner, because they care about their clients. They will follow up with clients and agents. They will build a relationship based on trust. Now there is a benefit!
Making decisions will always be a part of our lives. When we are in a position to help others make informed decisions, we should give our best effort to have their best interest in mind. Don't recommend a cheap restaurant, an ill-fitting pair of cheap ballet flats, or a cheap home inspection team. They can all three leave a bad taste in your mouth, be the improper fit, and end up costing you more in the long run! Forget about the price tag... know the benefits.
Do us a favor if you or someone you know is about to buy that perfect home, please r ecommend us to them. When you find your dream home, make sure that you get a t horough home inspection in Atlanta, GA from the home inspector Atlanta, GA, David & Bonnie Lelak of IHI Home Inspections, they serve Atlanta and all of North Georgia. Call us today at 404-788-2581 for a thorough home inspection in Atlanta. We won’t let you buy the money pit. You can also schedule your Atlanta home inspection today online. We create Peace of Mind One Atlanta home inspection at a time. Be sure to check out all the other reasons other customers chose IHI Home Inspections at our original website.
Picture it - Douglasville, Georgia, December 2011 - The inspectors are providing there usual detailed and friendly service to a wonderful couple and their well established agent. For the most part, this inspection has been busines as usual. The appliances have all been noted, models and serials recorded for RecallChek, the roof has been walked, the outlets tested... the list here can go on and on. For the stories sake and the sake of losing an audience, we will now descend the well crafted steps into the lower regions of the home to examine the underbelly, because this is where the meat and potatoes of the day resides.
Peering into the unknown the Atlanta Home Inspectors are greeted by a vibrant tapestry of blue and red. A work of art so stunning that both are rendered speechless (which is saying alot if you know these two). Behold the radiant beauty -- literally it is Radiant-- flexing and stretching without corrosion. Transferring heat in such a manner, that less time and less energy is expelled. A low maintenance alternative to copper and an organized distribution of hot and cold water.
It's true the Europeans discovered PEX in the 1970's. It is used not only for water distribution, but also as a heating mechanism underneath the slab of the home or in walkways. PEX plumbing has become more popular in the US recently, since it's earlier introduction in the 1980's. In the instances of heating a room, an oxygen barrier would also need to be present.
Meanwhile, back at the basement, awe-stricken, smitten even, the inspectors cameras flash, hoping to capture this darling starlet before she disappears behind her protective walls. "It isn't everyday that we get to see the beauty and craftsmanship of a system like this," I heard the Atlanta Home Inspector say. We are all lucky, then to be able to ogle the image captured on digital film. We hope you enjoy it as much as the inspectors did!
Do us a favor if you or someone you know is about to buy that perfect home, please recommend us to them. When you find your dream home, make sure that you get a thorough home inspection in Atlanta, GA from the home inspector Atlanta, GA, David & Bonnie Lelak of IHI Home Inspections, they serve Atlanta and all of North Georgia. Call us today at 404-788-2581 for a thorough home inspection in Atlanta. We won’t let you buy the money pit. You can also schedule your Atlanta home inspection today online. We create Peace of Mind One Atlanta home inspection at a time. Be sure to check out all the other reasons other customers chose IHI Home Inspections at our original website.
I have to admit the kitchen isn’t always my favorite room. Some days preparing a meal seems like such a treacherous or impossible feat. Especially when a hectic schedule doesn’t permit much preparation time for a hearty meal. Then, there are the days when I get adventurous and can’t wait to try a new recipe, hoping that it will become a new favorite. I have only fixed this delicious stew once, but it was quite yummy on an Autumn evening. If you are a fan of curry, you will like this one. We didn’t add the cream, you can always substitute with sour cream, if you wish! You may also substitute lamb for the chicken. Enjoy!
Mulligatawny Stew
Ingredients
1/2 cup chopped onion
2 stalks celery, chopped
1 carrot, diced
1/4 cup butter
1 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
4 cups chicken broth
1/2 apple, cored and chopped
1/4 cup white rice
1 skinless, boneless chicken breast half - cut into cubes
salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
1 pinch dried thyme
1/2 cup heavy cream, heated
Directions
1.Saute onions, celery, carrot, and butter in a large soup pot. Add flour and curry, and cook 5 more minutes. Add chicken stock, mix well, and bring to a boil. Simmer about 1/2 hour.
2.Add apple, rice, chicken, salt, pepper, and thyme. Simmer 15-20 minutes, or until rice is done.
3.When serving, add hot cream.
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When you find your dream home, make sure that you get a thorough Atlanta home inspection from the Atlanta home inspector, David & Bonnie Lelak of IHI Home Inspections, they serve Canton, Alpharetta, Roswell, Cumming, Woodstock, Atlanta and all of North Georgia. Call us today at 404-788-2581 for a thorough home inspection in Atlanta. We won't let you buy the money pit. You can also schedule your Atlanta home inspection today online. We create Peace of Mind One Atlanta home inspection at a time. Be sure to check out all the other reasons other customers chose IHI Home Inspections at our original website.
The choice is yours, “Cheap Charlie” or “Thorough David” you decide. If you want a thorough Atlanta home inspection for a reasonable price call us today at 404-788-2581, you’ll be glad you did.
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Whether you're buying or selling your home, I have an Atlanta home inspection for you. I understand that as a real estate agent most of the time the difference between your real estate sale moving forward or not is how I present my home inspection findings to your client. I pride myself on being a "Professional Comforter!" Sure the house is still the house but I always covey my home inspection findings in a neutral non-scary manner! We help your client to have Peace of Mind when buying a new home. You've worked hard to get your clients and I want to help you move forward in your closings. I understand that these are your clients that you have worked hard for and they will be treated with the upmost care and respect. You and your client will receive a professional and very detailed, well written Atlanta home inspection report with digital pictures directly over the internet. No bulky emails, you will receive a link to your report along with a user name and password. I'm a Certified NACHI Home Inspector serving Atlanta, Canton, Alpharetta, Cumming, Woodstock, Marietta and the North Georgia Area. Call me Today! IHI Home Inspections - An important piece of YOUR home buying or selling experience.. Call between 7:15 am and 8:00 pm for appointments, 6 days a week.
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I am a transplant from Washington, PA and I moved here in 1985 due to a lack of work in the construction industry. I have always been in some type of construction, from working for builders to owning my own business. I love owning my own company for the added time that I get to spend with my family and at church. In 1990 I met Bonnie, my wife, she's a native Georgian and had never been north until she married me. She worked in a corporate job working for a prosthetic company until about 3 years ago and she retired because of the drive to downtown Atlanta every day. She now drives a school bus, and we always have stories to laugh about at dinner time. Kids are so interesting. We have been married 19 years, 20 in January and we have two wonderful kids. Daniel is 18, just turned 18 in September and right now is part of the National Guard. My daughter is Breana and she just turned 13 in Dec. and she is a joy and a daddy's girl. I can say that in the years of my son's and my daughter's life, I have missed very little. For that I am very thankful. I work mainly in the Canton, Woodstock, Alpharetta, Cumming and Roswell areas but I do travel to the North Georgia area, simply because it's a great area and my in-laws live up there, so it's a great excuse to stop in and visit. :-)
"Atlanta Home Inspection Company Founded on Integrity"
It's not very often that you find a company whose customer service goes above and beyond your expectations. David Lelak, an Atlanta home inspector with IHI Home Inspections was extremely professional, friendly, and thorough in his home inspection. He presented us with a detailed home inspection report that even impressed my husband who is usually not easy to impress! David brought things to our attention that would have gone unattended to without his knowledge and would have ended up costing us lots done the line.
I will definitely recommend this company in the future. If you need a professional and detail oriented home inspection company - look no further than IHI.
Aly McLain
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We would like to thank you on such a tremendous, efficient, thorough home inspection. Word of mouth is the best form of advertising and you can rest assured that we will tell anyone that needs an inspector to call you. Karen Coney of Solid Source Realty is fully aware of our complete happiness with your work and has vowed to tell any of her clients that needs an inspector to call you. Again, we would like to thank you on being an intricate part of our home buying process!!!!
Sincerly,
Lionel and April Thomas
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"David found several issues that my wife and I were not aware of"
I have had the pleasure of working with David Lelak, IHI Home Inspections, several times. David is professional, extremely knowledgeable and always on time. He is very thorough and was able to complete his home inspection at short notice.
During his home inspection, David found several issues that my wife and I were not aware of, but were able to get corrected before we closed on the house.
IHI Home Inspections is an excellent company to use when getting your home inspected. The evening of the inspection, I received an e-mail and was able to log in and view my report on line at my convenience.
David, I appreciate all the good work you have done for us. THANK YOU.
Rami Darwiche
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David was VERY thorough and professional. He found a few issues in the house that I hadn't seen. I am extremely satisfied and will definitely refer him to friends and family.
Morgan Allison
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Being a first time home buyer, David was very open and helpful for all of my questions. He even gave me info on things I did not ask about. Thanks!
David Blaise
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Dear David,
My clients were very impressed with the thoroughness of your home inspection at
8153 Black Gum. They said they hope you won't be their home inspector when they go to sell!!
Just wanted to thank you for another job well done. It is nice to have a home
inspector who meets the high standards and professionalism that I insist
upon for my clients.
Kay Born
Century 21 Best Mountain Properties
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