Occupancy inspection vs. home inspection: what each one checks, who orders it, and how St. Louis County's city-by-city rules affect a Missouri home sale.

Can you use the seller's pre-listing inspection instead of getting your own? What Missouri buyers should check in the report before deciding.

The only way to know your radon system works is to test. Learn how to read the manometer on your radon pipe and why the EPA says to retest every two years.

Loose shingles are a common inspection finding. Learn what causes them, why wind makes them a problem, and how to reseal them with roof cement the right way.

Solar can be an asset or a liability at closing. What to verify about ownership, leases, roof condition, and production before you buy a home with panels.

A seller's disclosure shows what the seller knows. A home inspection shows what's visible today. Learn how Missouri buyers can use both before closing.

An upper gutter draining onto a lower roof can wear out shingles early. See why, what shingle makers say, when it's okay, and how to fix it.

Home inspection tips for sellers: 5 simple ways to prepare your home before selling, from light bulbs to attic access, for a cleaner, faster inspection report.