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Calidad is in the Relationship Business
​Inspection reports go out the day of the inspection

Calidad Home Inspections Include:

Pools, Sprinklers, Built-In Kitchen Appliances
Drainage
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Roofs
Foundation
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Plumbing
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Heating and Air Conditioning
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Electrical Panel
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Water Heater
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Thorough Inspection

MEET OUR TEAM

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Jeff Wampler

Jeff Wampler - Professional Inspector, Certified Applicator. Jeff has been doing comprehensive home and termite inspections since August 2003. Jeff has extensive construction experience including room additions, home remodeling plus light weight plumbing and electrical work. His background has proven particularly beneficial in the inspection industry.
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John Turner

John R. Turner, P.E. is a member of the Texas Association of Real Estate Inspectors (TAREI), a certified inspector with the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI), and has been inspecting real estate since 2016. He is a Licensed Professional Real Estate Inspector and a Licensed Professional Engineer.
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Elyse McNabb


Foundations

​The number one cause of foundation failures (80%) is uneven moisture around the foundation.  The number one location for foundation problems is the southwest corner of the house (hottest and driest corner). Proper foundation maintenance includes adequate drainage away from the foundation (see Drainage section) and a consistent watering program.
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Typical foundation watering programs for expansive clay soils in the DFW area
  • Indicators: Soil pulling away from the foundation or dry soil 3 inches deep next to the foundation are good indicators deep moisture restoration is in order. 
  • Programs: Sprinkler systems are best as they run automatically, are easy to adjust for dry seasons and provide consistent moisture. Leaky hoses (hoses that sweat vs. spray) are also good. Place the hose 6" to 8" away from the foundation. if a hose that sprays is used, place the hose 24" - 36" away from the foundation. 
  • Objectives: The intent is to slowly soak the soil, causing the soil to absorb the moisture like a sponge. When proper moisture has been restored the soil provides consistent and balanced support for the foundation. The objective has been attained when the soil stops pulling away from the foundation. If mature trees and scrubs are located near the foundation extra watering may be needed.

Fort Worth - Call 817.896.1203
​Dallas - Call 972.693.2242

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Calidad Home Inspections
TREC #5592  | SPCL #12930
Serving the DFW Metroplex

Fort Worth 817.896.1203
Dallas 972.693.2242

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