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Our Services Environmental
Inspections & Testing A professional home Inspection makes a difference to
the seller and the buyer. ¨
For security. ¨
For protection. ¨
For a smoother closing. Buy or Sell your home with confidence. Inspections performed to our
standards… and yours. Available weekends for your convenience. A HOME INSPECTION is for
your security and peace of mind. Whether you’re buying or selling a home,
knowing its condition at the time of the sale guarantees you a fair and smooth transaction. You may not know everything you should about the condition of the
roof, chimneys, siding, trim, attic ventilation, electrical wiring, plumbing,
furnace, and air conditioner or a great number of other items in the home. Your HOME or ENVIRONMENTAL
INSPECTION is a thorough, in-depth visual examination of the structure and/or operating
components of the home
performed by trained professionals. A trained inspector will
inspect your home for 2 to 3 hours. You’re invited to follow the inspector for a step-by-step
analysis of your home. When the inspection is over,
the inspector will prepare a PROPERTY
INSPECTION REPORT. Immediately
following the inspection, your inspector will complete and deliver to you onsite, a detailed custom report outlining your home. Our inspection service takes
pride in every inspection we perform. Our inspectors are highly trained,
knowledgeable, professional, certified and insured. Safety is our #1 priority. INSPECTIONS Ø
Single Family Homes Ø
Condominiums Ø
Duplex’s Mobile Homes Ø
New Home Construction Inspection Ø
Re-Inspection of repairs EXTERIOR COMPONENTS Landscaping ü The effect on the foundation. Siding, trim,
exterior windows & storms ü General condition of each. Roof, chimney,
flashing, valleys ü Evidence of water penetration,
materials, condition. Gutters,
downspouts ü General condition, effects of
dampness in basement and the ability to carry off rainwater. Driveways, patios,
decks, porches ü General condition of each. Air conditioner
compressor INTERIOR
COMPONENTS Walls, floors,
ceilings, windows ü General condition of each. Plumbing system ü All visible fixtures, pipes and
drains tested for operation. Electrical system ü Outside entrance wiring, service
panel and visible wiring inspected. Random testing of outlets. Heating system ü Visible portion of heating plant and
components. Attic ü Visible roof sheathing, ventilation,
insulation and framing. Crawlspace ü Foundation soundness and evidence of
moisture penetration. SPECIALTY
COMPONENTS ü
Pool, Spa, Ponds & Water Fountains ü
Fireplace and Chimney Environmental Testing·
Mold ·
Lead ·
Asbestos ·
Biological Contaminants
– E. Coli ·
Remediation Reports Our
Team of Experts include: ü
Industrial Hygienist ü
Microbiologists (Medical Mycology, DNA Analysis) ü
Medical Doctor ü
Architect ü AIHI accredited lab ü Remediation Contractors Standard of Practice for the Assessment of Indoor Environmental Quality Indoor Environmental Standards Organization
- IESO IESO is a non-profit organization founded in 2002 that provides a national forum for the development and publication of voluntary consensus standards for the assessment of indoor environments. Its
mission is to be the foremost developer and provider of voluntary consensus
indoor environmental quality standards, related technical information, and
services having recognized quality and applicability that promote public health
and safety, and the overall quality of life. The first volume of standards,
“Mold Sampling; Assessment of Mold Contamination” was released early 2002. Section
1 – Grounds A.
Areas to be observed 1.
Surface grading, hardscaping and drainage within 6’ of the primary
building or associated primary parking structure. 2.
Water features (pool/spa, lakes, ponds, etc) as they impact the primary
building or associated primary parking structure. 3.
Exterior wall coverings. 4.
Decks and balconies Section
2 – Foundation
A.
Areas to be observed: 1.
Foundation 2.
Crawlspace a.
Ventilation b.
Wood separation from soil c.
Presence of drainage systems or sump pumps within foundation
footprint. 3.
Basement a.
Ventilation
b.
Window wells Section
3 – Roof
A.
Areas to be observed: 1.
Roof coverings. 2.
Vents, skylights, and other penetrations. 3.
Roof drainage. Section
4 – Attic
A.
Areas to be observed: 1.
Framing, sheathing. 2.
Insulation. 3.
Ventilation. Section
5 – Plumbing
A.
Areas to be observed: 1.
Water main. 2.
Visible supply and waste lines. 3.
Visible vent piping. 4.
Fixtures, faucets and visible drains. 5.
Water heating equipment. Section
6 – Interior
A.
Areas to be observed: 1.
Walls, ceilings, and floors. 2.
Ventilation (bathrooms, kitchen areas, laundry areas) 3.
Doors and windows. 4.
Floors and floor coverings. Section
7 – Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
A.
Areas to be observed: 1.
Air filters. 2.
Fan. 3.
Condensate, pump, lines. 4.
Visible condition of return air box. 5.
Visible ductwork. Section
8 – Sampling procedures
After completion of the survey,
areas identified as a “Red Flag” will determine the number of samples and areas
that samples may be recommended. A minimum of three (3) air samples, will be
taken when “red flags” are present. A.
Air Sampling Air Samples should be taken if any
“red flag” conditions are seen. When an indoor air sample is taken at lease two outdoor air samples must be taken. This is necessary for the testing lab to complete their analysis. Procedures from qualified laboratory used by surveyor/sampler shall be followed taking appropriate precautions so as to not contaminate the sample. Chain-of-Custody document shall be complete, noting the sample number(s) you have assigned. Where no visible mold-like
substance or specific suspect location is found, yet sampling is warranted by surveyor/sampler
or requested by client, the indoor air sample shall be taken near the HVAC
return duct. B.
Swab sample Swab samples should be taken where
visible mold-like substance or stains are present. Procedures from
testing lab used by surveyor/sampler shall be followed taking appropriate
precautions so not to contaminate the sample. Chain- of- Custody document shall
be complete, noting the sample number(s) you have assigned. C.
Carpet Sampling At least one (1) Carpet sample
should be taken where no visible signs of mold-like substance or stains
are present. When sampling carpet care must be taken in order to get as
deep in the pile as possible. Carpet that has been recently cleaned may not
provide accurate results. Procedures from testing lab used by surveyor/sampler
shall be followed taking appropriate precautions so as to not contaminate the
sample. Chain-of-Custody document shall be complete, noting the sample
number(s) you have assigned. D.
Other Types of Sampling All other
types of sampling used shall be performed following procedures from qualified
laboratory, and taking appropriate precautions so as to not contaminate the
sample(s).
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Conditions observed |
Swab Sampling |
Interior Air
Sampling |
Exterior Air
Sampling |
Carpet Sampling |
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Visible mold |
YES |
YES |
YES |
YES |
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No visible mold “Red flags” |
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YES-in the room with red flags
present |
YES |
YES |
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No visible mold No “Red flags” |
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YES near the HVAC duct |
YES |
YES |