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Hire a Commercial Property Inspector before You Buy, Sell, or Lease

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Investing in a commercial property is a major decision. Your financial livelihood may depend upon this investment, so it is important to be well-informed before making a commitment. At Burgess Inspections, Inc., our team of experienced professionals will inspect the building and its components and make you aware of any necessary repairs. Commercial property inspections […]

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3 Ways Inspectors Can Detect Problems with Your Stucco

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Stucco installation can be a great surface option for many homes, but the majority of stucco applications that were completed more than ten years ago were improperly installed. The truth is that stucco, when installed incorrectly, can lead to leaks, mold, and structural damage. These issues can cost a fortune to fix and are often […]

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The Value of a Commercial Property Inspection

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Many business owners might be tempted to forego their commercial property inspection in order to speed the real estate transaction along or to be an incentive to sellers. However, our experts at Burgess Inspections, Inc. recommend that you always opt for the building inspection, and here’s why.

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4 Questions to Ask Your Home Inspector

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When you’re preparing to buy a home, you are understandably very excited! However, in all that excitement, don’t forget to do your due diligence when you seek out a home inspector. Our team at Burgess Inspections, Inc. recommends that you ask a home inspector these five questions before you hire one.

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Types of Home Inspections

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If you’re a first time home buyer and you’ve never thought much about home inspections before, you may feel a bit uneducated on the subject. However, at Burgess Inspections, Inc., we strive to take the intimidation factor out of home inspections and ease your mind as you go forward. We’re happy to answer all of […]

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You May Want to Consider Mold Testing If. . .

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You’re in the process of purchasing a new home in the great North Carolina areas of Chesterfield or Henrico County. You’re excited about finding a beautiful home you love, and you’re ready to keep the process moving. Now that you have an accepted purchase agreement, you know it’s time to schedule the home inspection. But […]

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The 4-1-1 on Radon & Your Home

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January is National Radon Action Month, so we are doing our part here at Burgess Inspections, Inc. by helping our customers understand what radon is and why testing is important. As you consider getting a radon test, allow our team to answer a few common questions.

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What You Need to Know about Radon Testing

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When you set out to find the perfect home, you likely have a list of needs and wants: number of bedrooms and bathrooms, a fireplace, and a perfect fenced-in backyard. You are also on the lookout for homes that need major repairs like new windows or a new roof—and a regular home inspection from Burgess […]

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3 FAQs about Home Inspections

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If you’ve never had a home inspection, you may feel a bit intimidated by the process. However, at Burgess Inspections, Inc., we do our best to ease our customers’ minds before, during, and after the inspection. We’ll do all we can to answer your questions and help you know what to expect. Toward that end, […]

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Top 5 Tips for Home Buyers

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Buying a new home in the Richmond, VA, area can be difficult to navigate. While our crew at Burgess Inspections, Inc. only takes part in a portion of the process, we have learned a few things by being in the industry since 1992. Here are a few tips we’ve picked up that we gladly pass […]

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