Closer Look Inspections, Inc.

When most people think about home inspections, they imagine spring or summer—busy real estate seasons filled with open houses and quick closings. Here in Florida, however, December is often overlooked as a powerful and strategic time for a home inspection, even though it offers unique advantages that other months simply don’t. Florida’s climate, real estate trends, insurance requirements, and post-hurricane conditions all make December an ideal time to evaluate a home’s true condition. Whether you’re a homeowner, buyer, seller, or investor, a December home inspection can provide clarity, protection, and true  knowledge of your home’s condition as you head into the new year. In this article, we’ll explore why December inspections matter in Florida, what inspectors commonly find this time of year, and how proactive inspections can save money and reduce risk. The information below will give you a few things to think about when considering a home inspection at this time of year. Florid...

A  common and concerning issue we encounter during inspections is wood rot. It is sometimes hidden beneath fresh paint, behind trim boards, or under the eaves — quietly compromising the integrity of a home’s structure. To the untrained eye, wood rot might look like a small cosmetic flaw. But in reality, it’s a significant warning sign of ongoing moisture intrusion and potential structural damage. With our  humidity and rain nearly year-round, understanding what wood rot is, how it develops, and how it can affect your home is essential for both current and prospective homeowners. In this article, we’ll explain what wood rot is, why it’s a serious issue, how it impacts homebuyers, and why being informed about it can give buyers an important advantage.. What Is Wood Rot? Wood rot is a form of decay that occurs when wood becomes damp for prolonged periods, allowing fungi to feed on the organic compounds that give wood its strength and structure. Simply put, wood rot is what happen...