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Noteworthy News

A Newsletter of Noteworthy Property Inspections

December 2005

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A message from Martin Grant, Owner/Chief Inspector, Noteworthy Property Inspections:

"Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays. At this time of year I would like to take the opportunity to look back over the past year and thank those of you who have used my services in 2005 and I look forward to meeting new clients and friends of the coming year.

In this month's newsletter I offer CREIA's latest press release with tips on lessening the "winter worries" often encountered when starting up fireplaces and heating systems.

Christmas is a happy time for all and to help you stay safe I have included some useful Christmas safety tips. Pay particular attention to safety associated with combustible real trees and christmas lights.

Two common issues I see all the time in older houses are two-wire electrical circuits and deteriorated masonry chimneys. I have an article on each of these issues with advise on how to correct the associated problems as well as preventative maintenance tips.

Finally, take a few moments to browse the American Society of Home Inspectors Virtual Home Inspection tour. This tool helps with understanding the workings of a home as well as what to expect from a home inspection."

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Featured in this issue of Noteworthy News......

(click on each headline for the full story)

Lessen Your Home's "Winter Worries" With a Professional Inspection (Common winter problem items which occur when furnaces and fireplaces are lit. Ways to avoid the problems, and how your home inspector can help.)
Christmas Safety Tips (Tips for the holiday season on Christmas tree safety, home safety, and safety gift ideas.)
Bringing Two-Wire Circuits Up to Code (Explains ways to address the commonly seen issue of ungrounded two-wire circuits often seen in older homes.)
Water Damage and Your Masonry Chimney (How to maintain your chimney to avoid costly moisture related damage often seen in older homes.)
Virtual Home Inspection Tour (Browse the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) virtual tour for information on home systems and home inspections.)

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