Every guide published on Carolina Home Problem Report is researched before it's written. This page explains how — what we check, where our information comes from, and what to do if you ever spot something that looks wrong.
Our Commitment to Accuracy
We verify manufacturer spec sheets, product pricing, and climate data directly against primary sources, rather than relying on marketing copy or secondhand summaries. Claims without a traceable, credible source don't make it onto the site.
Our Sources
We weigh our sources by how reliable they are, in this order:
Grade A — Primary sources: Manufacturer spec sheets and product documentation verified directly, NC State Extension and Clemson Extension guidance, building science principles, and government sources including the EPA, OSHA, and ENERGY STAR.
Grade B — Credible secondary sources: Established home inspection and crawl space contractor resources, and documented independent product testing, when primary data isn't available.
Grade C — Observational sources: Verified buyer reviews and homeowner-reported experiences, presented as observational only and never used to support a claim about safety, health, or structural soundness.
How We Handle Uncertainty
When a manufacturer claim can't be independently confirmed, we say so rather than presenting it as fact. You'll see the difference in our guides between a verified spec and a claim we haven't been able to confirm ourselves.
Author Credentials and Limitations
Carolina Home Problem Report is written and researched by our editorial team — not licensed contractors, home inspectors, or mold assessors. Every guide involving repairs, structural issues, or mold directs you to consult a qualified professional before making decisions. This site informs; it doesn't replace a professional evaluation of your home.
Corrections Policy
We're a small team, and even with careful research, something can occasionally change or slip through — a price that updates, a spec sheet revision, a typo. If you spot something that looks off, let us know in the comments or via our Contact page. We check every report and correct the article once we've verified it.
Affiliate Links and Commercial Relationships
Some links on this site are affiliate links and may earn a commission — see our Affiliate Disclosure for details. That relationship never decides what gets recommended — if a product doesn't genuinely solve the problem it's covering, it isn't featured here, regardless of commission.
Content Updates
Guides are reviewed and updated when pricing changes, a manufacturer revises their specs, or new research or regional guidance becomes available.