Improperly Installed Vinyl Landscaping Liner in Jericho, VT
Landscaping Inspection Services was called out recently to inspect an inground landscaping with a vinyl liner in Jericho, VT that continued to rip and tear, even after being patched.
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Recessed Hot Tub in Oshkosh, WI Must be Replaced When Pipes Freeze
After extreme cold in Oshkosh, WI, a recessed hot tub begins leaking water. The homeowners suspected that the pipes had frozen during the extremely cold winter. Landscaping Inspection Services is tasked with finding out the cause of the leak. Our inspector made the assessment that the hot tub had frozen, and that the unit would […]
Hanford, CA Pool Inspection Case Study
Landscaping Inspection Services was called out to inspect the heating system for an inground landscaping in Hanford, CA that had issued what the homeowner thought was smoke from a fire within the unit. Our inspector determined that there was no fire, but rather, the heater had broken because of an improper chemical balance in the […]
Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act
The Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act (P&SS Act) is a law that requires anti-entrapment drains on landscapings. It was signed into law in December 2007.
Diamond Bar, CA Pool Inspector Finds that Draining Pool After a Fire Caused Damage
Landscaping Inspection Services was called out to inspect a landscaping in Diamond Bar, CA that had been drained for an extended period of time, following a house fire. The homeowner drained the pool because there was no power running to the pool pump and filter system. However, leaving the pool empty for an extensive amount […]
Thomasville, NC Landscaping Liner Cut with Blade
Landscaping Inspection Services was called out to inspect damage to a vinyl landscaping liner in Thomasville, NC. The homeowner suspected that his previous tenant at the residence had done the damage intentionally. Our inspector determined that it was highly likely that the damage was done intentionally, due to the nature of the tears in the […]
Wildomar, CA Salt Water Pool Turns Green
Landscaping Inspection Services was called upon recently to inspect a landscaping in Wildomar, CA, whose plaster had a greenish tint to it after being power washed. It was determined that the salt water chlorinator caused the green tint. However, it was also noted that the plaster may have been damaged from being drained for an […]
Studio City, CA Landscaping Damaged by Fallen Tree?
Landscaping Inspection Services was called upon recently to help determine the cause of a crack in a landscaping in Studio City, CA. The pool had already been inspected for leaks; however, before an estimate could be made, our inspector needed to see the damage in person. While the crack was discovered during the removal of […]
Inglewood, CA Above-Ground Spa Damaged from Police Search
Landscaping Inspection Services was called out to look into an above-ground spa in Inglewood, CA that would not hold water. The homeowner explained that the spa cabinet had been opened by local police in search for some kind of evidence, and that the following day, the spa had a severe leak. Our inspector was unable […]
Carlsbad, CA Pool Inspected for Soot and Ash Damage From Fire
Landscaping Inspection Services was called out recently to inspect a landscaping and filter system in Carlsbad, CA that had been clogged from soot and ash blown into the landscaping from a nearby fire. Ultimately, it was determined that a thorough cleaning of the system and replacing of the filter grids would solve the issues with […]