Protecting Your Home Is an Ongoing Investment
Regular home maintenance isn’t just about preventing problems—it’s about protecting the value of one of your largest investments. Catching a small leak, drainage issue, failing component, or maintenance concern early can often prevent a much larger repair later.
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At Tiger Home & Building Inspections, we see the same common items appear on inspection reports every spring. Taking care of these items ahead of time can help your home show better, reduce buyer concerns, and keep your transaction moving smoothly.
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A home inspection is not just about negotiating repairs or asking for credits. The true value of an inspection is helping buyers make informed decisions, better understand the home they are purchasing, and prepare for future repairs and upgrades. A quality inspection gives homeowners a clearer picture of how the property functions, what systems may require attention over time, and how to prioritize future investments in their new home.
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Luxury and estate properties come with greater complexity—and higher stakes. From expansive rooflines and custom architecture to advanced systems and multiple structures, these homes demand a higher level of expertise. At Tiger, we build a custom inspection team for each property. Your inspection is led by a dedicated inspector who coordinates:
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Spring is the busiest season for real estate in Connecticut, and many homeowners are preparing to list their homes. After a long New England winter, however, homes often develop small issues that can become inspection concerns during a buyer’s home inspection.
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Tiger Home & Building Inspections is proud to expand our services with professional sewer scope inspections, available throughout Connecticut.
A sewer scope inspection is one of the most valuable—and often overlooked—components of a thorough home inspection. Using a specialized camera system, we inspect the interior of the underground sewer line to identify issues such as root intrusion, blockages, broken pipes, aging materials, or improper connections. These are problems that can’t be seen during a standard home inspection, yet they can lead to costly and disruptive repairs if left undetected.
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As the crisp New England air sets in and the leaves begin to fall, it’s the perfect time for homeowners to prepare their houses for the colder months ahead. Taking care of fall maintenance now can help prevent costly repairs, improve energy efficiency, and keep your home safe and comfortable all winter long. Here are the top five fall home maintenance tips to focus on in Connecticut:
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November 2024 Lung cancer remains the leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S., with about 235,000 Americans expected to […]
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Commercial Building Assessments, also known as Property Condition Assessments or Commercial Building Inspections, are different from Residential Home Inspections in many ways. The structure type, inspector certification and training, process, reporting, and clients all vary between the two types of inspections.
In Connecticut, the Home Inspection licensing regulations govern residential buildings up to 4 units. However, a license is not required to conduct an inspection of a commercial building. At Tiger, we have four Certified Commercial Building Inspectors who have completed a nationally recognized program and are highly experienced. We have been providing Commercial Assessments for over twenty years and have seen an extensive array of buildings.
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Our current housing market has historically low inventory; it’s challenging to find your dream home that checks all the boxes. And much of our Connecticut housing inventory is in need of both cosmetic and energy-efficient updates. Another common challenge is the need for repairs or renovations to maintain or enhance a property’s value and functionality. This is where renovation loans and HUD consultants step in, offering invaluable assistance to homeowners looking to improve their living spaces, whether it is at the time of purchase, or during homeownership.
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