Inspection add-ons

Radon Testing

• We’re an InterNACHI certified Advanced Radon Measurement Service Provider
• Radon is a radioactive gas that emanates from soil and tends to concentrate in enclosed spaces such as houses, basements, crawlspaces, etc.
• Radon is the second-leading cause of lung cancer after smoking. 
• Because there is no known safe level of exposure to radon, the EPA recommends mitigation for radon levels between 2 pCi/L and 4 pCi/L.
• The average indoor radon level is estimated to be about 1.3 pCi/L, and about 0.4 pCi/L of radon is normally found in the outside air. The U.S. Congress has set a long-term goal that indoor radon levels be no more than outdoor levels.

Lab Analysis: We’ll place lab-provided charcoal canisters in the lowest level of the home suitable for occupancy, at least 20 inches above the floor for 48-72 hours depending on access availability of the home. We’ll then return to collect the canisters and send them to a certified lab for analysis. Results are typically given via email on the same day the lab receives the canisters.

Water Testing

• We’re an InterNACHI certified Water Quality Tester
• Water samples are taken while performing your home inspection
• Results reported after a 48-hour culture period
• Test for E.coli and fecal coliform bacteria concentrations
• Lead, pH, Copper, Nitrate/Nitrite

Septic Loading & Dye Test

• We’re an InterNACHI certified Septic Inspector
• We’re certified and able to:
  • Conduct a directed and independent inspection study performed according to the Standards of Practice for entire septic systems;
  • Develop professional opinions and conclusions to create an inspection report;
  • Advise a client appropriately on condition and/or defects and make the proper recommendations;
  • Perform a maintenance inspection;
  • Perform a functional inspection;
  • Perform septic loading & dye test.

Wood Destroying Organisms

• Inspect crawlspaces; basements; and foundation structures by following an inspection checklist and WDO form.
• Make recommendations for the mitigation and treatment of wood-destroying insects & organisms.
• Mold is considered a Wood Destroying Organism

Chimney Inspection

• We’re an InterNACHI certified Chimney Inspector
• The goal of chimney inspection is to provide observations that may lead to the decrease of hazardous conditions associated with fireplaces and chimneys.
• Examining the readily accessible portions of the chimney exterior, interior, accessible portions of the appliance, and the chimney connection.
• General structure of the chimney and any connections to appliances, stoves, and heating systems.
• Inspecting for improper installation, obstructions, and combustible deposits.