What 10,000 home inspections taught me (most people miss this)
After working on and inspecting more than 1,200 homes, I’ve noticed something surprising: the most expensive home damage rarely begins with a disaster — it usually starts small, silent, and unnoticed. Here are a few facts many homeowners don’t realize: Water damage is one of the leading causes of property loss in homes Mold can begin forming in as little as 24–48 hours under the right conditions Most costly repairs I’ve seen started as minor, preventable issues Many $5,000–$20,000 damage...