INSPECTION SERVICES
Here's a list of our inspection services. Feel free to ask us about additional types of inspections. We perform all of our inspections according to the Inspection Standards of Practice. Call us or schedule online.
FULL HOME INSPECTIONS:
A home is probably the biggest purchase you’ll ever make, so it’s important to understand the condition of your investment. We’ll provide a non-invasive evaluation of the home’s accessible structure, systems and components. While a home inspection can’t reveal every concern that exists, it will significantly reduce your anxiety by arming you with the knowledge you need to make an informed home-buying decision.
PRE-LIST INSPECTIONS:
Are you selling your home? Let us inspect it before you even list it. A Move-In Certified® Seller’s Inspection alerts you to any defects or problems with your home so that you can address them before prospective buyers discover them. You can then take the time you need to obtain reasonable repair estimates. Avoid 11th-hour negotiations and delays, and justify your full asking price by having your home for sale inspected now.
NEW CONSTRUCTION INSPECTIONS:
Are you building a new home? We can come out during different phases of the construction process to make sure your project is being executed according to your specs. We can verify that scheduled work has been completed before you make a payment to your contractor. We’ll also come out prior to project completion to help you and your general contractor devise a punch list of remaining items. This is not a code-compliance inspection for your contractor, but a New Construction Inspection for you.
SEWER SCOPING:
Are your sinks and tubs emptying too slowly? Buying a home, and want to make sure there are no "unexpected" problems? We can use a special camera to scope your sewer line to visualize any blockages that are interfering with your plumbing system’s proper drainage. Finding and addressing such problems now can head off catastrophic and expensive repairs later. For more info on sewer scoping, click here
THERMAL IMAGING:
We utilize a state-of-the-art infrared camera to find problems that aren’t always apparent to the naked eye. An IR camera translates the heat signatures of objects into colors on a gradient scale, with higher temperatures appearing as lighter colors, and lower temperatures and wet areas appearing as darker colors. By evaluating these images, we can detect sources of energy loss, locate areas of moisture intrusion, pinpoint dangerous hot spots in the electrical system, and uncover other problems, such as wood-destroying pest and rodent infestations, as well as flue leaks in the chimney, which can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning. For more info on thermal imaging, click here
RADON TESTING:
Radon is the number one cause of lung cancer among non-smokers, according to EPA estimates. Overall, radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer. Radon is responsible for about 21,000 lung cancer deaths every year. Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that can cause lung cancer. You can't see or smell radon, with testing being the only way to detect the levels in your home. We are certified by the National Radon Safety Board to provide radon testing in the state of Virginia- so give us a call to ensure you and your family are safe! For more info on radon testing, click here
MOLD/INDOOR AIR QUALITY TESTING:
Most of us spend much of our time indoors. The air that we breathe in our homes can put us at risk for health problems. Some pollutants can be chemicals, gases, and living organisms like mold and bacteria. Research has even shown that the quality of indoor air can be worse than that of outdoor air. We are certified by the International Association of Certified Indoor Air Consultants (IAC2) to perform mold and air quality testing, so you can breathe safe! For more info on Indoor Air Quality and mold testing, click here
Home Maintenance Book Is Included For The First Time Homebuyers
With every full home inspection service, I include a home maintenance book for my clients, who are first time homebuyers. The book explains how a home works, how to maintain it, and how to save home energy. It also includes seasonal maintenance checklists.