Inspection Blog

A lot of the inspections we perform from our Ottawa location are for people who simply wantto understand the home they are about to buy. Some are purchasing older homes in town,others are looking at properties outside the city with a little more land. Either way, our goalis always the same. We take the time to go through the home …

We perform quite a few inspections in Lawrence, and the homes there can be very differentfrom one another. Some properties near downtown have been standing for decades and havegone through multiple renovations over the years. Other homes are newer construction on theedges of town where entire neighborhoods are still growing. Because of that mix, a home inspection in Lawrence really …

This question usually comes up when a home looks good on the surface. The showing wentwell, the layout works, and nothing obvious stood out. In those moments, it’s easy towonder whether a home inspection is really necessary. What we see during inspectionsoften tells a more complete story.A home inspection is typically the first time someone takes a detailed, unbiased look …

Mold concerns become more common in Kansas City as winter ends and spring begins.Homes that have dealt with snow melt, temperature swings, or long periods of indoorhumidity often start showing recurring signs once conditions warm up.One important thing to understand about mold is that it does not appear without a reason.Mold requires moisture. That moisture may come from roof leaks, …

When buyers schedule a home inspection in Overland Park, they are usually looking for clear answers, but they also want to know that nothing important is being rushed oroverlooked. Our approach is built around taking the time needed to fully understand thecondition of the home and explain it clearly. At Gordon and Associates, we inspect homes throughout Overland Park and …

It’s common for buyers to assume a brand new home does not need to be inspected. Thelogic makes sense on the surface. The house is new, the builder is established, andeverything looks clean and finished. But what we see during new construction inspectionsoften tells a different story. New homes are built by multiple trades working on tight schedules. Framing, electrical,plumbing, …

If you’re buying a home in Gardner, Kansas, there’s a good chance you’re focused on theexciting parts of the process. The neighborhood, the layout, the finishes, the price. Whatoften gets less attention is the inspection, even though it’s one of the most important stepsin protecting yourself after the offer is accepted. At Gordon and Associates, we have worked with many …

If you are buying a home in Garnett or anywhere in Anderson County, you want aninspector who understands the homes in this area and the unique issues that can come withthem. Garnett has a mix of older houses, rural properties, lake homes, and well lived infamily homes that have seen many updates over the years. At Gordon and Associates, weprovide …

A home inspection should give you a clear picture of the property you are buying or selling,but sometimes a standard inspection does not uncover everything you need to know.Certain issues stay hidden unless you specifically test for them, and that is where ouradditional services come in. At Gordon and Associates, we offer several extra inspectionoptions that help you understand your …

If you are getting ready to buy a home in Lawrence, you already know how unique this townis. One street might have a century old house full of character, and the next might have anewer build with modern upgrades. Lawrence has a mix of historic homes, long timerentals, student housing, and brand new developments. That variety is part of what …