Blog Entries http://performance-inspections.com Thu, 21 Aug 2008 19:46:28 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://performance-inspections.com/47-What-is-a-TPR-valve.html <p><img src="images/TPR_and_tube.gif" border="1" alt=" " hspace="10" width="154" height="303" align="right" />The TPR (Temperature and Pressure Relief) valve is located on the top or side of the water heater.&nbsp; It&#39;s purpose is to relieve pressure in the event that the thermostat jams and the water heater overheats.&nbsp; Several problems can result from a faulty TPR valve:</p>The valve can develop a leak.&nbsp; As they age, the rubber seal can become stiff and brittle.&nbsp; If you see w [...] Ron Thu, 06 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0100 Home Info http://performance-inspections.com/44-Should-I-buy-this-house.html <p>At least 2/3rds of my clients will ask this question (or some variant of it) during the inspection. I never give any answer other than something like: &quot;That&#39;s not for me to decide, only you can make that decision. I&#39;ve done my best to give you the facts about this house.&quot;</p><p> Why am I so reluctant to make a recommendation? Simply because I don&#39;t know your intentions about this house and I don&#39;t know you well enough to make those kinds of recommendations. L [...] Ron Thu, 06 Dec 2007 00:00:00 +0100 Buyers Advice