Technical Papers, Articles and Educational Brochures The following papers and  newspaper articles by your inspector, Peter Ottowitz, were written to help you address various home and environmental issues: Technical Papers Written By Peter Ottowitz What to do About Water in the Basement What is Title 5 Newspaper Articles Written by Peter Ottowitz   "Achoo! Are You Allergic To Your Home?" "Ahhh....Spring" "Air Conditioning Facts" "Air Conditioner Maintenance" "Carbon Monoxide in Your Home" "Carpenter Ants" "Caulking" "Energy Myths" "GFCI & AFCI Protection" "Home Inspections – Preparing for the Inspection" "Hot Water Heaters" "Is Your Home Ready for Winter?" "Is Your House Locked?" "Moisture in the Air" "Mold: A Growing Concern" "Oh Christmas Tree" "The Ten Most Frequent House Problems" "Radon in the Air" "Spring Lawn Care" "Water In The Basement" "While You Are Away" "Window Shopping" "Fall Maintenance Tips: Outside the Home" "Fall Maintenance Tips: Inside the Home"       Educational Brochures      Radon: What To Know and Do For Your Home Mold: What to Know and Do For Your Home Moving Checklist: A Flow Chart For a Happy Transition