Water Heater Strapping in Los Angeles: Rules for Inspections and Home Sales
California requires water heaters to be strapped for earthquakes, and LA inspectors check the details. Here are the LADBS strapping rules, what sellers must certify, and how to fix a failed item.
Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms in LA Homes: What Inspectors Check
Missing smoke or CO alarms on your LA correction notice or inspection report? Here’s which homes need them, where they go, and how to clear the item fast.
Fence or Hedge Too Tall? LA Height Limits and How to Fix a Violation
Got a notice that your fence, wall, or hedge is too tall? Here are the City of Los Angeles height limits, when a fence needs a permit, and how to close the case.
LAHD SCEP Inspection: How Los Angeles Landlords Can Prepare
What LAHD’s SCEP rental inspection covers, what inspectors commonly cite, what happens after an order, and how Los Angeles landlords can prepare.
Lead Paint in Older Homes: What Sellers and Landlords Need to Know
If your property was built before 1978, lead-based paint rules can affect repairs, rentals, and sales. Here’s a plain-English overview.
Got a Code Violation Notice in Los Angeles? Here’s What to Do Next
A step-by-step guide for homeowners and landlords who received a notice to correct from the city or county — and how to clear it before the deadline.
The Repairs That Hold Up Home Sales — and How to Fix Them Fast
Inspection reports and buyer repair requests can stall escrow. Here are the items that come up most often and how sellers can get ahead of them.