Missoula home sales were down in October from a year ago but were still at healthy levels compared to that same month during the last six...

This list of terms covers most of the common household dangers likely to be encountered by InterNACHI inspectors. algae: microorganisms t...

By Nick Gromicko Being a competent landlord requires a unique set of responsibilities and skills that makes the job unfit for many people...

By Michael Chotiner of The Home Depot Stains on asphalt roofing shingles make a house look shabby, which detracts from its value. In some...

Buying a home? The process can be stressful. A home inspection is supposed to give you peace of mind but, depending on the findings, it m...

By Nick Gromicko and Kenton Shepard While traditional basement walls are made from masonry materials such as concrete or stone, inspector...

By Nick Gromicko, founder of InterNACHI, and Kenton Shepard Carpeted bathrooms are bathrooms that have carpeted floors instead of traditi...

By Nick Gromicko, founder of InterNACHI Water Damage Concerns Basements are typically the area of a structure most at risk for water dama...

Homes constructed today are more energy-efficient than those built even just a few years ago, primarily due to significant improvements i...

Water may be essential to life, but, as a destructive force, water can diminish the value of your home or building. Homes as well as comm...

By Nick Gromicko and Kenton Shepard Winterization is the process of preparing a home for the harsh conditions of winter. It is usually pe...

By Fran J. Donegan for The Home Depot Storage tank water heaters are the type of appliance that can hum along for years. Once installed, ...

By Nick Gromicko, founder of InterNACHI In 2006, these "for sale by owner" (or FSBO) sellers totaled 12%, according to the National Assoc...

Mold and moisture issues are unfortunately a common problem in Missoula and Montana. No home can be built to fully exclude mold. Because ...

Costly Mistake #1: Thinking you can't afford it. Many people who thought that buying the home they wanted was simply out of their reach ...

Homes constructed today are more energy-efficient than those built even just a few years ago, primarily due to significant improvements i...

By Mark Cohen, J.D., LL.M., InterNACHI General Counsel, and Nick Gromicko, InterNACHI Founder Some sellers – often, those working without...

Electricity is an essential part of our lives. However, it has the potential to cause great harm. Electrical systems will function almost...

Buying a home?  It's probably the most expensive purchase you'll ever make.  This is no time to shop for a cheap inspection.  The cost of...

By Fran J. Donegan for The Home Depot Have you ever woken up in the middle of a winter night, shivering under the blankets and able to se...