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Answers to the most common home inspection questions for Genesee County, MI buyers — covering Flint, Burton, Grand Blanc, Davison, Fenton, Flushing, Goodrich, and more. Water quality testing, aging systems, and what to know before you buy.

Answers to the most common home inspection questions for Lapeer County, MI buyers — covering Lapeer, Imlay City, Almont, Metamora, North Branch, Columbiaville, Dryden, and surrounding townships. From a locally certified inspector.

Answers to the most common home inspection questions for Macomb County, MI buyers — covering Warren, Sterling Heights, Shelby Township, St. Clair Shores, Chesterfield, and more. From a locally certified inspector.

If you're buying a home in Oakland County — whether in Troy, Rochester Hills, Clarkston, Waterford, Oxford, Lake Orion, or anywhere in between — you probably have questions about the inspection process. This guide answers the most common ones, with details specific to Oakland County's housing stock, climate, and local market conditions. Erik Hodge of HHI Hodge Home Inspections is based in Oxford and has inspected homes throughout every corner of Oakland County. These answers

After hundreds of inspections across Metro Detroit, one thing is clear: every season reveals something different. Michigan's weather puts homes through a full range of stress — from January freeze-thaw cycles to July heat loads to October furnace wake-ups. Knowing what to expect each month makes you a better advocate for your buyers and a smarter advisor for your sellers. Here's what I actually find on the ground, month by month.

Essential HVAC maintenance from Metro Detroit home inspector Erik Hodge and HVAC expert Aaron Drenikowski. Prevent costly repairs with these pro tips.

Michigan has moderate to high radon potential throughout most of the state. Oakland, Macomb, Wayne, and Washtenaw counties all have areas with elevated radon levels.

This home maintenance calendar helps you tackle the right tasks at the right time - nothing overwhelming, just smart maintenance that prevents expensive problems.

Here's what buyers (and their agents) need to know about common "scary" home inspection report findings that usually aren't deal-breakers.

Learn how to read your home inspection report from Metro Detroit inspector Erik Hodge. Understand color codes, negotiate repairs, and make informed decisions.

Learn how to interpret your home inspection report and identify what truly matters versus minor issues when buying a home in Metro Detroit

Your inspection report isn't just a list of problems—it's your most powerful negotiation tool when buying a home. Learn how to strategically use inspection findings to protect your investment and negotiate effectively.

That gorgeously renovated home with the stunning kitchen might be hiding expensive secrets behind fresh paint and new fixtures. Before you fall in love with the surface-level beauty, discover what experienced inspectors know about flipped homes and why a thorough inspection is crucial for your protection.

In this episode of our series we discuss water features for your home, with Mark Raymond from TMI Properties, Erik Hodge of HHI Home Inspections, and guest Kurt Pieper of Verdant Landscape Consultants.

As a real estate agent, you're not a home inspector—but you need to understand inspection reports well enough to guide your clients through one of the most critical phases of the transaction.

In this episode of our series "The Running Commode" we discuss weatherproofing your home and preparing it for sale. Proper preparation can enhance your home's appeal and ensure it meets buyer expectations.

Planning to sell your Detroit-area home? Learn the most common inspection findings in our market and how to address them before buyers find them first.

Understanding the limitations of home inspections helps set realistic expectations. Learn what inspectors can and can't evaluate so you're not caught off guard.

Should you attend your home inspection? Absolutely. Learn why being present gives you invaluable insights about your future home and how to make the most of inspection day.

Learn to distinguish between serious red flags and normal wear in your home inspection report. Understand what issues require immediate attention and what can wait.