Steve Ramos - HGTV's House Detective

Video Clips

These video clips are just samples of what you will see when you watch the New House Detective programs on HGTV. For a current program guide, times, and listing for the show please see HGTV.com

Grading and Drainage
In this clip Steve discusses the importance of good grading and drainage to keep water moving away from the home where it will ultimately find it's way into or under the home.

Click here to see the Drainage clip (you will need a high speed connection - DSL or above)

Attic Ventilation
In this clip Steve discusses the importance of maintaining good ventilation in your attic. Poorly ventilated attics can lead to indoor air quality problems, increased energy costs, and general discomfort during extreme weather conditions.

Click here to see the Attic ventilation clip (you will need a high speed connection - DSL or above)

Mold and Moisture Inspection techquiques with a Borescope
In this clip Steve demonstrates how he uses technology to give his clients answers to their concerns. The emphasis is on using technology to non-destructively assess mold and moisture conditions inside a wall cavity.

Click here to see the Borescope clip (you will need a high speed connection - DSL or above)

High Indoor Humidity - using a hygrometer to measure moisture in the air
In this clip Steve discusses what type of information a hygrometer reveals and why it may be important to know when you are assessing indoor air quality problems related to mold or musty odors.

Click here to see the Hygrometer clip (you will need a high speed connection - DSL or above)