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Smoke Detectors Near Registers

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MIG is Concerned with Your Safety We care about your safety and the safety of your loved ones. Mazza Inspection Group is code centric. There are reasons that most codes exist and that is to keep the occupants safe within the building. Every inspector knows the required locations (bedrooms and hallways) that smoke detectors should be installed but will they let …

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Choosing a Qualified Inspector

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Choosing a Qualified Inspector Your offer just go accepted and now your agent says it’s time to choose a home inspector. There are various ways you can find a reputable inspection firm but typically, it’s narrowed down to about three. Choosing a qualified inspector can be a difficult task, especially if you are a first time buyer and have had little experience …

Building Code Centric

MIG is Building Code Centric

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To Know Code or not to Know Code… MIG is building code centric and we will explain why we follow these standards as close as we possibly can. Since we are familiar and experienced with construction, we know that every legal structure is built to a standard and requires permits from the authority having jurisdiction. These standards are in place …

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Water Heater Installation Requires Permits

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MIG Knows About New Water Heater Installations Mazza Inspection Group is a code centric inspection company and we pay special attention to the code requirements for the installation of hot water heaters and also the tankless types. Unfortunately, all appliances have a limited lifespan and sooner or later will need to be replaced. Water heaters have a life of approximately 12 years …

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Chimney Height for Homes

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MIG Knows the Codes for Chimneys Homes and other structures are built to a standard. These standards or codes are put into place by building officials as a means to regulate construction methods so that occupants can be safe. Chimneys and fireplaces can be a way to keep a home warm or just to create a cozy setting in a …

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Railing Height Code

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Mazza Inspection Group Cares About Your Safety When a Mazza inspector is working for you, our main priority is safety. We take code issues into account because many codes have to do with keeping the home or structure safe for the occupants. There are safety issues that can be related to structure, electrical, plumbing and other areas of construction. Did …

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Carport Code

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MIG Considers Building Code Mazza Inspection Group considers itself to be code centric. We know that every home is built to a standard or building code. We do our best to look at a home in a way that determines if various components have been constructed. Some homes have garages that have been converted and according to building standards must …

Electrical Hazards in Pools

Electrical Hazards In Pools That Kill – 2018

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Electrical Hazards in Pools That Kill Most buyers or homeowners are not aware of the many electrical hazards in pools that can kill or seriously injure those swimming in the pool. What starts off as a day of fun can easily end in tragedy. Various issues from lack of bonding to gfis can be attributed to deaths that could have been …

Certified Master Inspector

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Is a Certified Master Inspector the most qualified inspector? As a buyer or prospective client your first priority will be to find the most qualified inspector possible. Why would you trust your future to an inspector who did not have the proper credentials? A majority of home inspectors do not have valid proof that they have building experience and have …