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Home Inspection Articles

Should I Test My Home for Mold?

Should I Test My Home for Mold?

Mold Testing To begin with, if you have any suspicions your home may have mold it's a good idea to have a mold test by a certified inspector. It can be hidden in walls, wallpaper or paneling. It can be invisible, lurking ehind ceiling tiles or in carpet and pads, or...

What Matters the Most in a Home Inspection

What Matters the Most in a Home Inspection

Are You Buying a home? The process can be stressful. A home inspection is supposed to give you peace of mind but, depending on the findings, it may have the opposite effect. You will be asked to absorb a lot of information over a short period of time.  Your inspection...

All About Radon Part I

All About Radon Part I

If you are buying a home or selling your home, have it tested for radon! If your home is new ask if it has been tested and if radon resistant construction methods were used. Even low levels less than 4 pCi/L are risky and can be reduced. The EPA estimates radon causes...

Mold In the Home and What To Do About It

Mold In the Home and What To Do About It

Mold and What to Do About It  The Basics of Mold Control in the Home Control Moisture Fix water problems Dry any water damages areas. Mold can start growing again in 24 hours. Mold serves an essential role in nature by breaking down dead organic matter like leaves,...

Home Inspections in Georgia: What to Expect

Home Inspections in Georgia: What to Expect

Home inspections have evolved over the decades to reflect changes in the legal and regulatory environment, as well as to respond to shifting consumer expectations. They’ve become more detailed and, of course, reflect new developments in building materials and...