The Uniform Plumbing Code has required seismic safety straps to be in place for most water heaters since 1982. The goal for doing so is to protect against fire, explosion of the unit, or water damage which could occur if the water heater should fall over due to an earthquake.

Mold is a part of our natural environment and is not always hazardous. Outside of the home, mold works in harmony with nature by assisting in the decomposing of dead natural matter such as dead trees and leaves. However, inside the home mold growth is undesirable. Mold reproduces by way of very small spores. These spores are too small to be detected by the naked eye as they drift through the air. Mold may start to grow inside the home or structure whenever mold spores come in contact with moist surfaces. There are numerous varieties of mold, all of which require moisture to grow.

Avoiding many of the common pitfalls that are associated with buying a home in 2013 can save you thousands. A great number of home buyers concentrate primarily on the home buying process, not giving sufficient attention to the problems that can prove costly. Prior to purchasing a home, familiarize yourself with the potential stumbling blocks to ensure that you’re geared up and ready to tackle the home buying process.