I hope this newsletter finds you and your family safe and well. I spent some time repairing several leaks at my kitchen faucet this month. The kitchen faucet, more than any other in the house, gets more use and abuse. If you find that you have to shut it down for repairs you will find how important it is that it operates properly. My particular kitchen faucet was leaking at the cartridge handle and the spigot joint. This involved turning off the supply and disassembling the various parts. In the past I have replaced a leaking cartridge but I can also use plumbers silicon to lubricate the moving parts and create a good seal. The plumbers silicon lubrication work well even with hot water connections. Almost every house (unless brand new), will eventually have a leak of some sort at the kitchen sink. This will either be a supply or drain issue. So, as a home owner, you should expect to perform a repair of this type. If you do call in a professional, I recommend you be present to witness the repair to learn how it is done. Often, a professional, will be glad to show you how it is repaired.
"It is time to test your water heater temperature pressure relief valve and replace your furnace filter. Those with a sump pump should test the system as well by pouring a 5 gallon bucket of water into the the well."
Certified Master Inspector!
Hank Darnell Home Inspections is in its 7th year and is a Certified Master Inspector. I want to give a big thanks to all of my customers as you make it possible for me to do the work I love! I also depend on your recommendations and referrals for my business to grow. Please be sure to tell your friends and family about our services. I do provide a 10% discount off the whole house inspection for K-12 teachers, first responders and active or retired military.
Hank Darnell Home Inspections, LLC is here to serve your home inspection needs. I am an InterNACHI Certified Home Inspector, Kansas Radon/Termite Inspector, and have a Bachelor of Science in Business/Marketing/Management from Baker University. I have over 25 years of experience in construction including plumbing, electrical, framing, foundations and roofing. My background in business, marketing, management, construction and home inspections gives me the unique perspective and skill sets to not only understand how important being thoroughly informed about a real estate purchase is, but the ability to provide this information in a concise easy to understand way. Reports include 50 to 100 color photographs and are provided within 24-hours of inspection. Flexible schedule with weekend appointments available.
