by Ensure Home Inspection San Antonio | Jul 20, 2023 | Home Inspection
What You Need to Know About Copper-Clad Aluminum Wiring What is Copper-Clad Aluminum Wiring? Copper-clad aluminum (CCA) wiring is a type of electrical conductor that combines the properties of both copper and aluminum. It is created by bonding a thin layer of...
by Ensure Home Inspection San Antonio | May 6, 2023 | Home Inspection
What is an Air Addmittance Valve (also known as a Studor Vent)? An air admittance valve (AAV) is a mechanical device that is used to allow air to enter the drainage system of a building when other options will not work. It is a one-way valve that allows air to enter...
by Ensure Home Inspection San Antonio | May 5, 2023 | Home Inspection
What is an Electrical Disconnect? An electrical disconnect is a device that is used to disconnect power from an electrical circuit. It is also referred to as a disconnect switch, isolator switch, or simply a disconnect. The purpose of an electrical disconnect is to...
by Ensure Home Inspection San Antonio | May 4, 2023 | Home Inspection
What Is Wiremolding? Wiremolding is a type of cable management system that is used to conceal and protect electrical wires and cables. The technical / code name for this product is a “surface metal raceway” and raceway is a more technical term used...
by Ensure Home Inspection San Antonio | Apr 30, 2023 | Home Inspection
San Antonio Home Inspector Explains R-22 Refrigerant What is R-22 Refrigerant? R22 is a hydrochlorofluorocarbon (HCFC) refrigerant used in air conditioning and refrigeration systems. It has been widely used since the 1950s due to its good thermal...
by Ensure Home Inspection San Antonio | Apr 30, 2023 | Home Inspection
What is Asbestos? Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral that is found in rock formations all around the world. It is typically mined from underground deposits, and the largest deposits are found in countries such as Russia, China, Canada, Brazil, and...
