Index of Newsletters

From the Desk of Arthur S. Lazerow, President:

• Happy Holidays to All - December 2010
• The Five Star Home Assessment is a Realtor's Best Friend - October 2010
• Think Safety-May is Deck Safety Month - May 2010
• 15th Anniversary of Alban - January 2010
• Happy Holidays to All - December 09
• Looking Forward to 2010 - November 09
• Fogged Glass Can Now Be Repaired - Sept. 09
• Congratulation Realtors - July 2009
• At the Bottom or Moving Up - June 2009
• Certified Home Energy Audits - May 2009
• Respect Your Home - April 2009
• New Image Same Helpful People - March 2009
• Rough Year, Optimism Abounds - December 2008
• HomeEnergyTeam.com is Launched - November 2008
• My Father's Passing and Politics - September 2008
• Lead Paint Assessments for Homebuyers - July 2008
• Congratulations to Mary & Joe - June 2008
• Smart Sellers Have Inspections - April 2008
• Certified Houses for Sale! - March 2008
• Spectacular Holiday Party - February 2008
• Alban Does it All (except bugs) - January 2008
• Happy Holidays - December 2007
• Listing Period Home Inspection for Sellers - November 2007
• Alban Inspectors Excel - October 2007
• Vacation Over - September 2007
• Have you visited Strathmore Recently? - August 2007
• American Home Warranty to the Rescue - July 2007
• Joe Dempsey joins Alban - June 2007
• Alban home inspectors are qualified to perform most needed environmental tests - May 2007
• Licensed Home Inspectors - April 2007
• Evening at the Strathmore - March 2007
• InspectionWorld 2007
• Home Inspector Licensing - January 2007
• Happy Holidays to All - December 2006
• Alban Corp. Sponsor of Strathmore Music Center - Nov. 2006
• Brinks 90 Day Home Warranty - October 2006
• Questions & Answsers - September 2006
• Brinks Alliance Proving to Be Successful - August 2006
• Proper Nomenclature - July 2006
• Free Security System Inspection & Free 90 Day Home Warranty - May 2006
• Quintin Satterfield Celebrates his 10th Anniversary with Alban -April 2006
• Radon Revisited - March 2006
• Home Inspections A Must in 2006 - February 2006
• Alban Inspections: Non-Alarming - January 2006
• Happy Holidays to All! - December 2005
• Seller's Market Pronounced Dead - November 2005
• The Pendulum is Starting to Swing Back - October 2005
• Flagstone Installation & Maintenance - September 2005
• New Construction Inspections - August 2005
• Alban Home Inspectors: A Multi-talented Group - July 2005
• May 2005
• Why Practice Real Estate Naked? - April 2005
• January in Alban Land - February 2005
• Meet Sharon Hess-Blank Our New Scheduling Admin - Jan 2005
• Happy Holidays To All - December 2004
• Pinhole Leaks - November 2004
• Full Refund and Sloppy Scheduling - October 2004
• Alban's 10th Year Anniversary - September 2004
• 50,000 Watts On The Radio - August 2004
• Alban Inspectors Presents "The ASHI Experience" - July 2004
• No Inspection Contracts - Potential Realtor Liability - June 2004
• Pre-Offer and Post-Acceptance Home Inspections - May 2004
• Radio Host! - April 2004
• Schedule Your Termite Inspection Through Alban - March 2004
• The ASHI Experience - February 2004
• Prepayment for Environmental Testing - January 2004
• Happy Holidays to All - December 2003
• Mold and the Practice of Real Estate - November 2003
• Protect Your Roof - September 2003
• Reduce Utility Bills - August 2003
• Meet Gretchen - July 2003
• A Quick Update - June 2003
• A Digital Alban - May 2003
• Home Product Recalls - April 2003
• An Alban Update - February 2003
• Winterize For Those Frigid January Temperatures - December 2002
• About Our Services - November 2002
• New Inspectors Join Alban - September 2002
• Synthetic Stucco - June/July 2002
• New Construction Inspections - May 2002
• Annual ASHI Conference - April 2002
• Professional Liability Insurance - February 2002
• Inspection Preparation - January 2002
• Mold Problems - Vol. 7, No. 5
• Polybutylene Alert - February 1999
• Information for Sellers and Listing Realtors Part 3 of 3- Vol. 4, No. 8
• Information for Sellers and Listing Realtors Part 2 of 3- Vol. 4, No. 7
• Information for Sellers and Listing Realtors Part 1 of 3- Vol. 4, No. 6
• Alban is expanding - Vol. 4, No. 1
• Lead Paint Assessments - Vol. 3, No. 5
• Pat Cooney Joins Alban Full Time: Vol. 3, No. 4
• Lead Paint Inspection Information for Realtors - Vol. 3, No. 3
• Alban is Accredited by Maryland for Lead Paint - Vol. 3, No. 2
• Happy Holidays (December 1997) - Vol. 3, No. 1
• New Construction Home Inspections - Vol 2, No. 8
• First Anniversary of Alban - Vol. 2, No. 7
• New Release Form- FABULOUS!! - Vol. 7, No. 6
• Cathy Hunter Joins Alban - Vol. 7, No. 7

Home Interior:

• Carbon Monoxide - Always Dangerous - Dec. 09
• Damn Smelly Places - September 2007
• Checking Out the Kitchen Space - May 2005
• Home Safe Home Part 1 - July 2004
• Water In the Home - May 2004
• We Advise to Inspect a Home's Fire Place Annually - December 03
• Mold and Mildew - July 2003
• Avoiding Wet Basements - May 2003
• How to Minimize Mold - April 2003
• Signs of Attic Leaks - February 2003
• Home Interior - November 2002
• Tagging Shut Off Valves - June/July 2002
• 12 Questions to Ask About the Attic - June/July 2002
• Spring Cleaning Recommended - April 2002
• Carpenter Ants - March 2002 
• Preventing CO Poisoning With Annual Maintenance - Vol. 7, No. 5
• Garage Door Safety - February 1999
• Improve Indoor Air Quality - Vol. 4, No. 8
• Insulating the Attic - Vol. 4, No. 8
• How to Determine If a House is Well Maintained - Vol. 4, No. 7
• A Home's Fire Safety - Vol. 4, No. 1
• Spiders and Smoke Detectors - Vol. 4, No. 1
• Common Home Inspection Findings - Vol. 4, No. 1
• Escape Windows - Vol. 4, No. 1
• Life Expectancies of a Home's Interior - Vol. 3, No. 5
• Clothes Dryer Maintenance - Vol. 3, No. 5
• Whole House Fans Usage - Vol. 3, No. 4
• Cool Tips to Save energy in Summer - Vol. 3, No. 4
• Home Inspections - Vol. 3, No. 3
• Preventing Moisture - Vol. 3, No. 3
• Attic Ventilation - Vol. 3, No. 2
• Five Common Findings of Home Inspections - Vol. 3, No. 2
• Fire Safety Review - Vol. 3, No. 1
• Checklist for Winter Maintenance - Vol. 3, No. 1
• A Home Inspection Helps the Seller Too - Vol. 3, No. 1
• Clothes Dryer Ventilation - Vol. 3, No. 1
• How to Fix Squeaky Floors - Vol. 2, No. 8
• Controlling Moisture Problems - Vol. 2, No. 7
• Common Findings From a Home Inspection - Vol. 7, No. 6
• Q & A: What About Asbestos? - Vol. 7, No. 7

Home Exterior:

• Roofing Maintenance - August 2006
• Window Awnings - February 2005
• Mind On Your Gutters - February 2005
• Staying on Top of Roof Problems - January 2005
• How to Maintain a Flat Roof - December 2004
• Maintaining the Roof - May 2004
• Maintenance Calendar - January 2003
• Roof Replacement - December 2003
• Stucco Homes - May 2003
• Checking Up on Exterior Surfaces - May 2002
• Problem Roofs Are Born - April 2002
• The Annual Gutter Guide - February 2002
• New Roof Needed?- Vol. 7, No. 5
• Anatomy of a Roof - February 1999
• Stair and Step Safety - February 1999
• Chimney Check-up - Vol. 4, No 7
• Roof need replacing? - Vol. 4, No. 6
• Fire extinguisher - Vol. 4, No. 6
• Maintaining a Roof - Vol. 3, No. 5
• Inspect Exterior Siding - Vol. 3, No. 5
• Playground Safety - Vol. 3, No. 4
• Inspecting Exterior Siding - Vol. 3, No. 1
• Electromagnetic Fields - Vol. 2, No. 8
• How to Clean Flagstone - Vol. 2, No. 8
• Old Cedar Roofs - Vol. 2, No. 7
• Controlling Moisture Problems - Vol. 2, No. 7
• How To Judge a Home By Its “Cover” - Vol.7, No. 7

Heat, Air Conditioning, Ventilation:

• Carbon Monoxide: The Odorless Killer - October 2007
• Windows, Windows Everywhere - August 2007
• Attic Ventilation and Insulation - May 2007
• Winterize Your Home - January 2007
• Carbon Monoxide - A Killer - December 2006
• Check Your Attic Temps - August 2006
• Saving With Seer - April 2006
• Don't Overlook Your Thermostat - September 2005
• Gas Furnace Efficiency - September 2005
• Air Conditioner Advice - July 2005
• Buying An Air Conditioner - June 2004
• About Residential Oil Tanks - November 2003
• About UFFI Foam Insulation - August 2003
• Sick House Syndrome - June 2003
• The Benefits of Reducing Attic Heat - September 2002
• It's No the Heat, It's the... - May 2002
• Preventing CO Poisoning With Annual Maintenance - Vol. 7, No. 5
• Covering outdoor air-conditioning unit during winter - February 1999
• Heat Pump Maintenance - Vol. 4, No. 8
• Evaluating Heating Systems - Vol. 4, No. 7
• How to choose the right air conditioner --Vol. 4, No. 6
• Insight into Heater Sizes - Vol. 2, No. 7
• Installing a New Thermostat - Vol. 7, No. 7

Electrical and Appliances:

• Utilities and Government Support
  Residential Energy Efficiency - October 09
• Cash For Clunkers - Appliances - Sept. 09
• Energy Industry Update - A National Coup - July 2009
• More High Tech Goodies - June 2009
• Go Ultra High Tech - Spend to Save - June 2009
• Energy Saving Water Heaters - December 2008
• Green Light Bulbs - February 2008
• GFCI Protected Outlets- November 2007
• New Service Provided by Alban - November 2007
• Electrical Safety: Get an Electrician - October 2007
• Electrical Nonmenclature
• Short History of G.F.C.I.'s - July 2006
• Can Your Electric Outlets Meet The Challenge - February 2006
• Electric Emergencies - December 2005
• Current (Electrical) Events - November 2004
• Shedding Light On Electrical Systems - June 2004
• Electrical Shock Safety - April 2004
• Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters - Vol. 4, No. 8
• Reducing the Electric Bill - Vol. 4, No. 6
• Electric Surge Protectors - Vol. 4, No. 6
• Know the Location of System Shut-offs - Vol. 4, No. 6
• Ceiling Fans - Vol. 2, No. 8
• Electric Plug Information - Vol. 2, No. 8
• Inspect the Home's Electrical System - Vol. 2, No. 7
• Dishwasher Draining?- Vol. 7, No. 6

Plumbing:

• Looking For Polubutylene Water Pipes - January 2008
• Water Heater Blues - November 2006
• Under Pressure - December 2004
• Life Expectancies - May 2004
• Plumbing Maintenance Tips - February 2004
• All About Lead Pipes - December 2003
• Water Source - December 2002
• Water Saving Ideas - Vol. 3, No. 5
• Get the Most from Faucets and Showers - Vol. 3, No. 3
• Septic System Tips - Vol. 3, No. 3
• About Water Supply Piping - Vol. 3, No. 3
• Rusty Water? - Vol. 3, No. 2
• Calculate Energy Cost of Heating Water - Vol. 3, No. 1
• Common Plumbing Abbreviations - Vol. 7, No. 6

Miscellaneous:

• Alban Home Inspection Price Low, Value High - April 2011

• Have you ignored the PEPCO energy and money saving subsidies? December 2010

• Alban Re-Envisions Home Inspection and Itself - Dec. 2010

• The Three Biggest Threats to Your Client’s Greatest Investment and Your Credibility! - October 2010

• HomeStar Soon to be a Reality - May 2010

• Alban Offers New Service - Multplex Allergen Testing - May 2010

• EPA Contractor Regulations are Problematic - Jan. 2010

• ASHI Remains the Premier National Home Inspection Organization - December 09

• Making Homes More Energy Efficient - November 09

• Fireproof Your Christmas Tree - November 09

• MAR Convention Successful - October 09

• Reducing My "Carbon Footprint", Reducing My Bills - Sept 09

• Poison Ivy - A Growing Problem - July 2009

• Infra-red Camera Studies of Homes - May 2009

• Programmable Thermostats Make a Difference - May 2009

• Diagnostic Energy Audits - April 2009

• Think Safety at Home - April 2009

• What Type of Energy Audits Are Available - March 2009

• What is Alban? - March 2009

• Fireproof Your Christmas Tree - December 2008

• Energy Saving Remedies in Your Home - November 2008

• Radon Exposure Tied to Childhood Leukemia - Sept 2008

• Lead Free Inspections - July 2008

• Boosting a Home's Value - July 2008

• Signs of Attic Leaks - June 2008

• Why Should Sellers Have a Home Inspection - June 2008

• Short Notes From the Field - April 2008

• How Should an Owner Prepare for an Inspection - April 2008

• Radon is Killing You? - March 2008

• Certified Pre-owned Listing - March 2008

• Home Inspection Standards of Practice - A Reality in Maryland - January 2008

• Fire Retardant Christmas Trees - December 2007

• Fire Safety at Home - December 2007

• Autumn Advice - September 2007

• Weatherstripping - August 2007

• Random Chimney Facts - July 2007

• Chimney's, In the Summer? - July 2007

• Another Big Recall of Dishwashers - June 2007

• Security for Your "Home - June 2007

• Recall - Maytag and Jenn-Air - May 2007

• In the Legal Corner - April 2007

• The Lion (EPA) Roars - April 2007

• Lead Paint Law Alert - March 2007

• Love the House Hate the Noise - March 2007
• To Shut if Off or Not - Vacation Prep - February 2007
• How Can it be Addressed? - February 2007
• Listing Realtors Need Us - January 2007
• Above All - Be Safe - December 2006
• Lead Law Reminder - October 2006
• The ASHI Code of Ethics - October 2006
• 15 Minute Maintenance Exercise - September 2006
• Protect the Long Term Value of Your Home - Sept. 06
• Summer Maintenance - July 2006
• Lead Based Paint Alert - May 2006
• Alban to the Next Level - May 2006
• Preparing For a Home Inspection - March 2006
• Credit vs. Borrowing - February 2006
• Older Windows - January 2006
• Rental Property Update - January 2006
• Commute Choices - December 2005
• Tricks of the Trade - November 2005
• Full Disclosures of Latent Defects Now Required In Maryland - October 2005
• Autumn Advice - October 2005
• Lead Paint Law Alert! - August 2005
• George Ash Leaves Alban - August 2005
• Summertime: Think Fireplaces - July 2005
• Accessible Housing - May 2005
• The Home's Primary Entertainment Center - April 2005
• 10 Overlooked & Costly Home Maintenance Concerns-April 2005
• Home Inspection - Not a Repair List - January 2005
• Alban's Refund Policy Ends - December 2004
• Why It's Smart to Get A Water Test - November 2004
• When Things Go Wrong - October 2004
• Home of All Ages Need An Inspection - October 2004
• Beware Vacant Homes - September 2004
• Carbon Monoxide - September 2004
• Every Drop Counts - August 2004
• The Home Inspector is Coming - August 2004
• New Building Materials - July 2004
• What to Ask The Current Owner Before Closing - July 2004
• 13 Ways To Date a Home - April 2004
• Battling Eyesores - March 2004
• Preventive Maintenance Throughout The Home - March 2004
• Weather Stripping For Old and New - February 2004
• Energy Efficient Check List - January 2004
• All Homes of All Ages Need a Home Inspection - November 2003
• Autumn Maintenance - September 2003
• Smoke Alarms are Needed in Every Home - September 2003
• Common Finding in a Home Inspection Report - August 2003
• How to Use the Inspection Report - July 2003
• The Preparation List - June 2003
• Manufactured Homes - April 2003
• Seller and the Home Inspection - February 2003
• Marketing Tips For a Newly Listed Home - December 2002
• 10 Things to Ask About a Home Inspection - November 2002
• The Benefits of Pre-Listing Home Inspection - November 2002
• How to Prepare a House For Home Inspections - September 2002
• Home Highlights - June/July 2002
• New Home Planning - June/July 2002
• Alban Family of Companies Celebrates 25th Anniversary - March 2002
• How to Hire an Inspector - January 2002 Page 2
• 10 Most Common Observations of Inspecting - January 2002
• Manufactured Homes - Vol. 4, No. 7
• Your Home's Best Friend - Vol. 4, No. 1
• Hired Help - Vol. 4, No. 1