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Finding an Inspection Company You Can Trust

Buyers, sellers, and real estate professionals all have one thing in common when selecting a home inspector — they want a realistic assessment of the property that won’t scare anyone.

A good home inspector will have the experience and the communication skills necessary to present information in a manner that does not play on the emotional aspects of the transaction. All homes are in need of some repair — your inspector should help everyone keep this in perspective and stay focused on making sound financial decisions. Selecting a home inspector with strong qualifications, training, and support is crucial. While professional organizations and training companies have helped, there can be a significant gap in services and value provided within the industry.

Buyers Protection Group understands the sensitive nature of buying and selling real estate and we’re working hard to providevalue to both Realtors and their clients. That's why with every home inspection we provide:

Exclusive E&O Insurance with Referring REALTOR® CoverageA 90-Day Guarantee on Most Items Inspected12 Months of Extended AdviceSM

Our Superior Service Guarantee

Our 90-Day Guarantee protects buyers on major systems that weinspect — just in case something goes wrong after the inspection.In addition, we provide 12 months of our Extended Adviceservice that provides a home maintenance plan plus tools to help manage the home during the first critical year of ownership.In fact, clients can easily access our inspectors free of charge —even on new issues that were not present at the time of the inspection. Water intrusion problems, windows that will not shut,or advice on a room addition — our expertise and advice continuesfor a full year. No one provides more value or protection for theirclients.

As one of the largest employee-based inspection companies , we employ more than 240 inspectors, engineers, and service professionals who must meet rigorous training and on-going quality review standards. Our inspections meet or exceed all state andindustry standards (ASHI®, CREIA®, NACHI®). Furthermore, we’re confident that our inspections provide real value so we provideour Superior Service Guarantee on every order. If you’re not satisfied with our service or value, we’ll make sure you get your feereturned — it’s that simple.

We believe home inspections shouldn’t end at the driveway.While our reports may be printed on-site or delivered electronically in a few hours, we know adding real value means being there forthe long haul and standing behind our work. That’s why we’re celebrating our 17th year of growth — and why we remain committed to earning your business every day.

We’re working to be your expert — we’re working to earn your business.

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no screen and a flapper that operates to prevent animal entry. Monitor dryer air flow out of the exhaust termination with the dryer operating normally. If you do not feel significant air flow, the duct system may be partially blocked, or the duct is too long. Check the User's Guide to ensure the duct is the correct length. If blocked, have it evaluated and cleaned appropriately. Clean around dryer and under dryer periodically to remove lint build up. Ensure that flammable materials are not stored around the dryer.

Replace plastic accordion type duct connector from dryer to wall with rigid metal or semi-rigid metalized duct.Also, ducts from dryer to exterior of home should have a slight slope downward (with no dips) to avoid collecting water and thus trapping lint.

Take special care when drying clothes that have been soiled with volatile chemicals such as gasoline, cooking oils, cleaning agents, finishing oils or stains. Wash this type of soiled clothing more than once before drying and dry it on the lowest heat possible.

Additional InformationFor additional information consult the web at www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/pubs/5022.html

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Our View on Dryer FiresClothes Dryers Can Cause Home Fires

What is the danger?The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission estimates that annually dryers are associated with 22,000 home fires which result in some deaths and injuries. Fires can occur when lint builds up in the dryer or exhaust duct thus blocking the air flow. Reduced air flow causes excessive heat buildup that can result in a fire.

How to prevent fires?Clean the dryer lint screen/filter before drying a load of clothes. If clothing is damp after drying or the drying cycle is taking much too long, then this may be a sign of blocked air flow.

Clean the dryer vent and exhaust duct to the exterior of home annually. Check the exhaust termination on the exterior wall for proper operation; the termination must be free of lint, with

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