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Our job as your professional home inspector is
to alert you, to the extent possible, to unknown problems and potential environmental hazards in your current or potential
house. Ours is a non-invasive visual inspection of your property which can alert you to possible problems.
We inspect
for these hazards:
- Asbestos:
Asbestos material that crumbles easily if sawed, scraped, or sanded into a powder is more likely to create a health hazard
because it can be inhaled into the lungs, increasing the risk of disease. See Asbestos FAQ.
- Lead: Lead
is a highly toxic metal that was used for many years in products found in and around our homes. In general, the older a home,
the more likely it has lead-based paint. See Lead FAQ.
- Mold: There
are many types of mold, and none of them will grow without water or moisture. Molds can produce allergens, irritants, and
in some cases, potentially toxic substances. See Mold FAQ.
- Radon: Radon
is a naturally occurring radioactive gas found in soils, rock, and water throughout the U.S. Radon is a threat to health because
it tends to collect in homes, sometimes to very high concentrations. See Radon FAQ.
- Termites or other
wood-destroying organisms: These pests cause serious damage to wooden structures and posts and can also attack stored
food, household furniture, and books. See Termite Facts.
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