A sewer lateral can look “fine” during a walkthrough and still be cracked, root-invaded, sagging, or collapsing underground. This guide explains what happens during a sewer lateral (sewer scope) inspection, what defects it can reveal, when to schedule it (especially for 10+ year homes), and why it can save you thousands before closing.

Back-to-school season is a great time to plan your next move—whether that means buying a home before the holidays or reducing homeowners insurance costs. Learn why this season can be ideal for homebuyers, how Wind Mitigation and 4-Point inspections can support insurance discounts, and how Kenco Home Inspections helps Florida families move forward with confidence and peace of mind.

A sewer line can look “fine” during a standard home inspection and still be cracked, root-invaded, or collapsing underground. If you’re buying a home over 10 years old in Southeast Florida, a sewer scope inspection can uncover hidden defects before closing—helping you avoid surprise repairs that can exceed USD 10,000–25,000+

South Florida's hot, humid climate makes it one of the highest-risk regions in America for mold growth in homes. With detection technology evolving rapidly in 2026, understanding how to identify, prevent, and treat mold has never been more important for homeowners and buyers alike. Discover the latest tools, techniques, and prevention strategies to protect your home and your health this year.

Hurricane season is here, and while most Floridians know to stock up on water and batteries, far fewer take the critical step of preparing their actual home for a direct hit. Discover the 4 essential steps every Florida homeowner and buyer needs to take RIGHT NOW to protect their property — and how a professional home inspection is your first line of defense.

Indoor air quality problems are often tied to issues homeowners cannot easily see — moisture, mold, poor ventilation, dirty filters, and HVAC concerns. Here’s how a professional home inspection can help identify conditions that may affect comfort, air quality, and respiratory well-being.

Not all home inspections are priced the same. In Florida, factors like property size, age, roof condition, extra services, and inspector experience can all affect cost. Here’s what buyers should know before choosing an inspection company.

Luxury homes demand a higher level of expertise. Learn how Kenco’s multi-inspector team, commercial-grade experience, and discreet service deliver the most thorough luxury home inspections in Central Florida.

A 4-point inspection focuses on the roof, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems—critical for insurance approval in Florida. Discover why it matters, what to expect, and how Ken Dolin Home Inspectors helps you protect your home and secure coverage.

Building a new home in Florida? Don’t assume your builder has it all covered. Kenco Home Inspections provides expert new construction inspections at every phase—foundation, framing, and final—to ensure your dream home is safe, sound, and built to code

Building a new home in Florida? Don't skip the inspection. Kenco Home Inspections specializes in multi-phase new construction inspections throughout Southeast Florida, catching costly defects before they become expensive problems