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John Robinson’s Inspection Group

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Pre-Cast Fireplace Warning

Pre-cast fireplaces were installed on many homes throughout California during the mid 70's to the mid 80's.  We come across them frequently while inspecting homes here in San Diego County.  Many of these fireplaces were cracked or damaged…
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Fire Protection

When inspecting a home, the inspectors of John Robinson's Inspection Group are always thinking about the health and safety of the current and future occupants of that property.  When it comes to health and safety, Fire Protection is always…
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Building Permits: Do You Really Need One?

All of the inspectors here at John Robinson's Inspection Group get asked by our San Diego home buyers from time to time if certain modifications or additions discovered (or disclosed by the sellers) need to be or should have been permitted.…
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Why Follow the Inspector’s Recommendations?

Because your health and safety may depend on it. Your home inspector's number one priority during a home inspection is identify problems with the home that will affect your family's health and safety.  This is why the home inspector's…
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Safety Hazard Discovered During A Home Inspection In San Diego

A safety hazard was discovered during a recent home inspection here in San Diego by an inspector from John Robinson's Inspection Group. Upon entering the attic space of this North Park area home, the inspector observed that the gas furnace flue…

Chinese Drywall Testing

"Can you tell me if my home was built using Chinese Drywall?" We get this question from our clients frequently. Unfortunately by the time we are inside your home to perform our home inspection, the drywall is already hanging, painted over…
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Anti-Tip Brackets for Freestanding Ranges

We find missing anti-tip brackets during about 90% of the home inspections we perform.  Most homebuyers have no idea what they are or why they are needed.   Follow this link below to our Facebook page to read a short article to gain a…
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Stop Throwing Your Money Away!

Heat loss occurs more rapidly on homes that are poorly insulated.  This will lead to higher utility bills.  Here is a thermal image of the ceiling of a home we recently inspected here in San Diego that had a very large gap in the attic…
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Buying a Home? Be sure to check that crawlspace!

Buying a home can be a very exciting and rewarding experience.  Don't let your dream become a nightmare by buying a home with a bad foundation.  The inspectors here at John Robinson's Inspection Group take their time to inspect your home's…
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Never Run Out Of Hot Water Again

A large part of my plumbing inspection is to test how well that hot water system is working throughout a home. If your water heater is too small for the home you live in, you may run out of hot water before it's your turn to use the shower…
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What’s in Your Crawlspace?

This old cast-iron drain line was leaking in the crawlspace of this San Diego home built in the 1950's. This is causing an excess of moisture to accumulate. Leaking drain lines and improper site drainage can have an adverse effect on the…
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Always Hire A Licensed Plumber

During a recent inspection of a San Diego home, I came across a water heater that had been relocated into the garage.  It was quite evident that this modification was performed by non-licensed plumbers.  Several unsafe conditions were…
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Recent Heat Wave Promotes Mold Growth in San Diego Home

The recent heat wave in San Diego has forced many of us to stay inside and turn on the air conditioner.  However, during a recent home inspection we discovered this air conditioner's condensate pump was not functioning properly.  This problem…
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Building a Home

If you want to build a new home, there are things you need to know before you begin. Learn about construction standards and about buying land, so you know your rights.   MPS Supplementing Model Building Codes The Minimum Property…
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Did you know the following facts about lead?

The home inspectors at John Robinson's Inspection Group are always thinking about your family's health and safety.  Although we do not inspect for lead during our home inspections, it's still very important to know the facts about…
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Child-Proofing Windows and Stairs

The home inspectors here at John Robinson's Inspection Group consider child safety in and around your home to be a very serious matter that should never be glossed over during a home inspection.  That's why during our inspection of your…
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Biological Pollutants in the Home

Outdoor air pollution in cities is a major health problem. Much effort and money continue to be spent cleaning up pollution in the outdoor air. But air pollution can be a problem where you least expect it, in the place you may have thought…
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Video-Home Inspector Find Separated Plumbing Vent Pipe

Durning a recent home inspection here in San Diego a separated plumbing vent pipe was found venting into the attic space.
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Home Inspection Reveals Roof Leak

At a recent home inspection I saw moisture stains in the attic (that were dry) that would indicate this homes roof leaks during periods of rain. It's important to ensure your roof is functioning properly to prevent moisture from entering…
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Chinese Drywall

Amidst a wave of Chinese import scares, ranging from toxic toys to tainted pet food, reports of contaminated drywall from that country have been popping up across the American Southeast. Chinese companies use unrefined “fly ash,” a…
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Attached Garage Fire Hazards

The purpose of this article is twofold. First, at John Robinson's Inspection Group, we’d like you to take measures to keep your garage free from fire. Fortunately, there are ways this can be done, some of which are described below. Secondly,…
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Can Asbestos Really Affect My Health?

What is Asbestos? Asbestos is a mineral fiber that can be positively identified only with a special type of microscope. There are several types of asbestos fibers. In the past, asbestos was added to a variety of products to strengthen…
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15 Tools Every Homeowner Should Own

The following items are essential tools, but this list is by no means exhaustive. Feel free to ask a home inspector from John Robinson's Inspection Group during your next inspection about other tools that you might find useful.    1. …
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Three Deadly Mistakes Every Home Buyer Should Avoid

Deadly Mistake #1: Thinking you can't afford it. Many people who thought that buying the home they wanted was simply out of their reach are now enjoying a new lifestyle in their very own homes. Buying a home is the smartest financial…

How to Avoid Getting Stuck Buying “The Money Pit”

Did you know that home inspectors in California are unlicensed and unregulated and the quality of work inspectors produce varies dramatically? Hi, my name is John Robinson and I’m the president of John Robinson’s Inspection Group. …
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Debunking Deadly Myths: The Truth About Residential Fire Sprinklers

Some misconceptions are merely inconvenient. And some - like the many myths that surround the use of fire sprinklers in homes - can be deadly.  The inspectors at John Robinson's inspection Group hope to shed some light on the subject with…
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Easy improvements give homes a dramatic facelift

Home improvement projects don't need to be difficult, and with the right tools and attitude, they can be exciting as you watch your house transform. Summer is the perfect time to look at your home to-do list and get going. Here are some…
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How to be energy efficient and save money as the heat rises

With temperatures - and therefore, electric bills - rising, American homeowners are looking for the most effective ways to make the biggest dent in their energy bills, but many may be overlooking some of the most important energy-saving…

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