Metro Property Blog

The one thing home buyers don’t want to find when viewing their next potential home purchase are cracks in the basement or foundation.  During our home inspections, this is always a common question that both home buyers and their realtors look to us for answers.  Let us start out by saying that not all cracks

The most common question we get asked during home inspections is, “Is there an active leak?” Water damage is a serious, and often costly, issue for homeowners. Today we answer an important question; what’s the best way to deal with water damage in your home? Stop it before it starts! In this article, we are

Summers in Kansas City can get hot and humid, resulting in uncomfortable in-home conditions. We all want our air conditioning units to work properly, even at the hottest temperatures. Today we are going to break down several easy steps you and your clients can take this summer to ensure your air conditioning unit stays healthy

When you move into a new home, the last thing you want to find are uninvited guests — like cockroaches, mice, or other pests — living under your new roof. Inform yourself of the dangers of common household pests with our video series, Top 5 Pests Found During Kansas City Home Inspections. Many pests, like termites, can cause

When a buyer finds a home they are interested in making an offer on, they are often given a 10-day inspection window to conduct a home inspection. In today’s Kansas City market, buyers are often having to pay above the asking price for their offer to appear appealing to the seller. We understand that during

Top 4 Mold Testing Facts For Home Buyers (Mold Real Estate Guide) When buying a new home in Kansas City there are lots to consider, including whether or not to purchase a mold test from your trusted Kansas City home inspector, which is why we are here to provide mold testing facts. Mold tests and

At Metro Property Inspection, we provide clear and accurate mold testing results for Kansas City homeowners, but how do you know that you need a mold inspection? Here are 4 reasons you need a mold inspection in Kansas City. Why Get A Mold Inspection? After completion of your mold inspection from Metro Property Inspection, you

A home inspection from Metro Property Inspection will help you, a home buyer or seller, to make a more informed decision about the Kansas City home in question. If you’re wondering what to expect from a home inspection in Kansas City, you’re in the right place. The job of a certified home inspector in Kansas

How to Prevent Frozen Pipes Keep garage doors closed if there are water supply lines in the garage. Open kitchen and bathroom cabinet doors to allow warmer air to circulate around the plumbing. When the weather is very cold outside, let the cold water drip from the faucet served by exposed pipes. Running water through