Sometimes as home inspectors we come across some interesting things in the process of an inspection. Some are done well, some are done poorly, and some are just plain ridiculous. This gallery features the best, and the worst things we’ve discovered over the years.
Recycling your beer carton is a good idea after you finish your last beer. Your judgement on how to do it may be impaired. Don’t put it in your electrical panel. This is not the place to store combustible materials.
I knew I’d found a problem when I saw the duct tape. Basement water damage confirmed it.
I’ve shared photos of bad electrical work. Finally a chance to give back. This is one of the best I’ve seen.
This is a very heavy concrete laundry tub balanced on one support. I hope there are no small children playing nearby if this topples.
I found this behind insulation in a crawl space. The rim joist is so rotten pieces are falling off and my screwdriver went through the end of the floor joist like butter. This is what the house is sitting on.
When the balcony is eight feet off the ground, you do not want the base of the corner post this rotten. This is what secures the railing.
Four times I pushed my screwdriver into the handle looking for solid wood. Its fair to say this post is no longer supporting the balcony above. It is hanging off of it!