Small Home Problems That Become Big Repairs

About this episode

Jim and Laura discuss small home inspection issues that can lead to significant repairs if not addressed.

Send us Fan Mail Water doesn’t need a flood to wreck a house. It only needs time, a hidden gap, and a place to collect. Jim and Laura walk through the small, everyday home inspection findings that turn into big, expensive repairs when homeowners miss them, and they keep the focus on what actually prevents damage instead of what merely covers it up. We start with the sneaky spots, like the missing caulk line where a bathtub meets the floor. That tiny opening can feed water under vinyl and int...

People in this episode

Host: Jim Troth

Guest: Laura

Topics covered

• home inspection
• repairs
• water damage
• home maintenance
• preventive measures

Keywords

• home problems
• big repairs
• water damage
• home inspection
• preventive maintenance

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