David Beckstead
Member of CCPIA
I am a member of the Certified Commercial Property Inspectors Association (CCPIA)
David Beckstead
- Aug 10, 2019
- 1 min
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...
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David Beckstead
- Aug 4, 2019
- 1 min
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...
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David Beckstead
- Jun 26, 2019
- 1 min
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...
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David Beckstead
- May 5, 2019
- 1 min
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...
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David Beckstead
- May 4, 2019
- 1 min
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...
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David Beckstead
- Apr 27, 2019
- 1 min
Venting in the Attic
Pretty good example of why venting a bathroom fan or any vent should not be terminated in the attic!
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David Beckstead
- Apr 23, 2019
- 1 min
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...
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David Beckstead
- Apr 12, 2019
- 1 min
"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...
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David Beckstead
- Apr 12, 2019
- 1 min
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...
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David Beckstead
- Apr 5, 2019
- 1 min
Not Work'in!
Whatdoudowhenyournotworken??? Heres1thingeyedo!
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David Beckstead
- Apr 1, 2019
- 1 min
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...
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David Beckstead
- Mar 28, 2019
- 1 min
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...
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David Beckstead
- Mar 24, 2019
- 1 min
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...
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David Beckstead
- Mar 17, 2019
- 1 min
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...
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David Beckstead
- Mar 12, 2019
- 1 min
Well Certified!
I am now certified to test your well for quality and flow.
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David Beckstead
- Mar 12, 2019
- 1 min
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...
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David Beckstead
- Mar 10, 2019
- 1 min
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...
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David Beckstead
- Mar 9, 2019
- 1 min
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...
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