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Member of CCPIA
I am a member of the Certified Commercial Property Inspectors Association (CCPIA)
David Beckstead
May 4, 20201 min read
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David Beckstead
Jan 14, 20200 min read
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This chimney is hiding something!
The chimney looks good to me from the outside. The roof is only the first part of the inspection. The attic may tell another story. And...
David Beckstead
Aug 10, 20191 min read
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Dryer Vent Disconnected
Dryer vent under the crawlspace unhooked. It is unused right now because the home is vacant but as soon as the new owners hook something...
David Beckstead
Aug 4, 20191 min read
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Sad Crawlspace!
This crawlspace was very hard. I felt sad for the client. The home looked great. But when I got to the foundation, the problems started...
David Beckstead
Jun 26, 20191 min read
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I'm in hot water!
I always take the hot water temp in the kitchen during my inspections. 120°F max is good to shoot for. Anything over 120°F can scald...
David Beckstead
May 5, 20191 min read
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Hanging by a wire!
This wire in the dining room is almost low enough for a 7-year-old to jump up and grab it. A metal chisel staple was driven so far into...
David Beckstead
May 4, 20191 min read
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Venting in the Attic
Pretty good example of why venting a bathroom fan or any vent should not be terminated in the attic!
David Beckstead
Apr 27, 20191 min read
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Catch that roof leak early!
This is why you get a home inspection: I found a roof leak. If left for years, it will progressively damage more wood and progressively...
David Beckstead
Apr 23, 20191 min read
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"Don't Fall!"
On this inspection, I quickly drew out a railing because it truly needed one. I am not spouting some kind of learned code. I am looking...
David Beckstead
Apr 12, 20191 min read
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My Sherlock Holmes Camera!
My trusty IR camera identified moisture that could not be seen at all. I backed it up with a moisture meter at 25%. The camera found the...
David Beckstead
Apr 12, 20191 min read
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Not Work'in!
Whatdoudowhenyournotworken??? Heres1thingeyedo!
David Beckstead
Apr 5, 20191 min read
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An important find!
The inspection was going so well and then....5 inches of water in the crawlspace! Ouch! My client was very happy that this was found...
David Beckstead
Apr 1, 20191 min read
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Heres to a safe and awesome day!
Well it is not really a big deal but I passed a safe workplace class and test. That means I really should not fall off a ladder or I...
David Beckstead
Mar 28, 20191 min read
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Keep vegetation away from home
Vegetation against your home may look great but it holds moisture against the siding. Your home does not get a chance to dry out after a...
David Beckstead
Mar 24, 20191 min read
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Treacherous Crawlspace!
Your crawlspace should be inspected by you or someone you hire at least once a year. Water intrusion, termites, water leaks and more can...
David Beckstead
Mar 17, 20191 min read
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Well Certified!
I am now certified to test your well for quality and flow.
David Beckstead
Mar 12, 20191 min read
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More Ice Please!
You ever been to the Ice Highway heading up to Jasper Canada? Wow! Amazing glaciers and such a great drive! This is a shot I took of my...
David Beckstead
Mar 12, 20191 min read
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Canyoneering Art
Canyoneering is a really fun sport with less dangers than climbing with ropes. Here is an image I took on a trip in a Sedona AZ canyon...
David Beckstead
Mar 10, 20191 min read
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Siding Damage
With no gutter or kick-out flashing this area constantly runs dripping water from snow and rain, down the siding. As you can see the...
David Beckstead
Mar 9, 20191 min read
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