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Housing Defects
 
Check back often as I will be adding helpful information about housing defects to this page.

Federal Pacific Electric Panels
LATENT FIRE HAZARD
The Federal Pacific Electric (FPE) Panels made with Stab-Lok breakers are considered a "latent fire hazard" and it is strongly recommended to have an electrician remove and replace main and distribution panels made by FPE. Click here for more information
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Zinsco Electrical Panels 
LATENT FIRE HAZARD 
The Zinsco Electrical Panels and breakers are considered a "latent fire hazard" and it is strongly recommended to have an electrician remove and replace main and distribution panels made by Zinsco. Click here for more information
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Deck Installation Details 
POTENTIAL COLLAPSE HAZARDS
It is estimated that as much as 50 % of the decks constructed in the United States have subtandard installation practices, which could lead to a collapse. The one in this photo is on its way.  Click here for more details and an informative CBS Early Show Video called "Deck Dangers"

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Polybutylene Plumbing
POTENTIAL FOR PIPING FAILURE AND WATER DAMAGE
 
Polybutylene plumbing can be found in homes built in the mid 70's to the mid 90's and is often grey, but can also be black or blue in color. This plumbing has a higher incidence of failure under normal operating conditions, and failure results in leaks, and a potential for water damage. See http://millerhomeinspect.com/PolybutylenePlumbing.aspx for more information.