The InterNACHI Buy-Back Guarantee: if a participating inspector misses a covered defect, InterNACHI buys the home. How it works, what it covers, and the limits.

Kickout flashing diverts roof water into the gutter instead of behind your siding. See what it is, why a missing one causes hidden damage, and a real example.

Before your home inspection, decide your deal breakers. Learn the red flags most likely to end a deal and how to set your non-negotiables as a Missouri home buyer.

Brick veneer isn't waterproof — it's a drainage wall. See what the WRB and weep holes do, and why cutting off the rope wicks in your brick traps water inside.

Polybutylene pipe can fail without warning. Learn how to tell it from PEX, why it's a concern, what a whole-home repipe costs, and how it affects insurance.

Change a 1-inch air filter monthly and a 4-inch every 4–6 months — shorter with pets. See what a clogged or missing filter does to your HVAC system.

Buying a home with prior foundation repair? Get the repair records, engineer's report, and a transferable warranty before closing. A Missouri buyer's guide.

Radon, sewer scope, termite, well & septic — which home inspection add-ons are worth it? A St. Louis-area inspector breaks down what we test and what we refer.

How long do roofs, HVAC, water heaters, siding, and windows last, and what does replacement cost in 2026? Lifespan ranges and ballpark budgets to plan and negotiate.

A downspout draining at the foundation is a common, low-cost inspection finding. See why downspouts should drain 4–6 feet from the house and how to fix it cheap.

The right questions turn your inspection walkthrough into real answers. What to ask about shutoffs, roof and HVAC age, water intrusion, permits, and next tests.

Buying a Missouri home on a private well with an FHA or VA loan? Learn the water testing requirement, who can collect the sample, and how it works.

The St. Louis area has termites, even in the city. Learn the warning signs, how to prevent them, who can inspect in Missouri, and VA loan inspection rules.

Attic ventilation done right protects your roof and prevents mold. See passive vent types, IRC standards, the best combo, and a short-circuiting mistake we found.