Have You Seen a Ghost?
Ghosting in homes. What is it & do you need to worry about it? We inspected an apartment building last year where one of the tenants had a concern they wanted to show us. Then they pointed to the ceiling. There on the ceiling, which was painted an off-white color, was a grey stripe. The […]
Read MoreMold
First, we at Perkins Home Services wish you a happy and prosperous New Year. We thank you for your continued support of our services this past year and our future endeavors together! This month’s topic? Mold! It seems like there is not much that can scare a home buyer away more quickly than discovering mold […]
Read MoreWhy a Home Seller Should Consider Having a Home Inspection Done
This month’s topic? Why should a home seller consider having a home inspection done? We know this can be a bit of a hot button topic since disclosure rules require any issues a home seller knows about the home be disclosed to a potential buyer. Before you turn away, take the time to read the […]
Read MoreThermal Imaging
This month’s topic is Thermal Imaging. You may have seen us at an inspection with a funny-looking camera and wondered what it is we are doing, or maybe we have explained it a bit to you already. Below are some details of what this is all about. For us, it is exciting to offer you […]
Read MoreKnob & Tube Wiring
Isn’t it good that this is the shortest month of the year? Just as the days start getting longer, the sun starts feeling a bit warmer. You think you can make it through another Maine winter. Then, 10 inches of snowdrops on us. The cold weather has stuck around just a bit longer than usual. […]
Read MoreKeeping Out Drafts Could Mean More Radon Risk at Home
From Reuters.com – Keeping Out Drafts Could Mean More Radon Risk at Home
Read MoreWinter Wonderland
Okay, maybe on some of these cold days, or days of rain, snow, and sleet, it may not seem like a wonderland, but winter in Maine does bring with it a sure sense of beauty. It reminds us, Mother Nature is the boss. Common themes for home inspectors this time of year are proper heating, […]
Read MoreNew Faces
As busy as things got this past year, I felt we weren’t as responsive to calls requesting inspections as I would have liked. At times, I was scheduled two weeks out and was unable to answer the calls that came in. Although perhaps inevitable at times, I don’t like to do business that way. We […]
Read MoreBackflow Prevention on Public Water Systems
What is it, why is it important, & should we care? Just as it sounds, a backflow preventer prevents water from flowing backward out of your house into the main water supply system. Why would this happen? Water usually flows towards your plumbing devices such as sinks, showers, laundry, etc. In the case of a […]
Read MoreHome Inspection News: Fall Update
Fall is here, interest rates are up a bit, and things have slowed down enough to stop and take stock of where we are and where we are going. For us at Perkins Home Services, LLC, there have been some changes this fall. Also, I have always wanted to find an avenue to provide regular […]
Read MoreCustomer Reviews
We just wanted to thank you for the comprehensive inspection report. Eric was very nice, extremely professional and thorough, and explained everything he found so we could understand exactly what we were dealing with and what needed to be done, if anything. Please thank him again for us for his great work and attention to detail!
From our initial phone call to delivery of the final inspection reports, Perkins Home Services was a complete delight. Professional, prompt, thorough, and accommodating. We even learned a thing or two from the general home inspector, in addition to the required information. We're satisfied and smarter!
Scott and John who inspected our septic system have completed their work at our home in Deer Isle, Maine. We wish to complement their professionalism, courtesy and willingness to respond to our questions. They were very informative. You sent a very good team and we appreciate it. Thanks for your help too in explaining the process and arranging our appointment.
I just wanted to say thank you and how incredibly happy we were with everyone. Scott & John were beyond friendly and answered any and all questions we had! We hope to recommend you to anyone that is looking for the same service in the future.
Just wanted to say I was pleased with your Septic Check on the Blackwood Rd, Property. But saddened that I was hoping to buy it without incident. Nice to be forewarned of future problems. Thank you. I would recommend you to others.
It has been a pleasure dealing with all at Perkins. Very professional and knowledgeable. Little wonder that you are highly recommended by every realtor that we have met.
This is a very professional, thorough company. Their excellent work takes much of the worry out of buying a new home.
Scott came and inspected a home today I am interested in buying and he was great! I just wanted to say thank you for being so flexible and available. Scott was great about explaining everything to me in depth and answering all my questions. Thank you again!
Many thanks to you and the Perkins team for the great work on inspecting the home I plan to purchase. Your workers (both those who answer the phone and send out reports and those who do the hands-on inspecting of house, water, and septic) are all wonderful- friendly, knowledgeable, efficient- and you came so quickly when I needed you! I especially liked it that I could observe the inspections and ask questions. I learned a lot about the place I will soon call home!