General Home Inspection:

A home inspection is a limited, non invasive visual examination of the conditions of a home, often in connection with the sale of that home. The inspector examines the main components of the home, including the heating and cooling systems, the roof, electrical systems, attic, basements, plumbing when visible and the foundation, among others.

Home inspections are usually conducted by a home inspector who has the training, certification and licensing to perform such inspections. The inspector prepares and delivers to the client a written report of the findings. Today, most inspection reports are electronically generated. The client then uses the knowledge gained to make informed decisions about their pending real estate purchase.

The home inspector describes the condition of the home at the time of the inspection but does not guarantee future conditions, efficiency or life expectancy of systems or components.

Radon Testing:

What is Radon?
Radon is a colorless, odorless radioactive gas that’s produced by decaying uranium. It’s present in nearly all soils and very low levels of radon are found in the air we breathe everyday.

Radon becomes a concern when the gas enters your home and gets trapped. Long-term exposure to high levels of radon can cause lung cancer.

Radon can seep directly through pores in concrete, although the worse entry points are gaps in walls and floors. Any house of any age in any state can have elevated radon levels. It really depends on the way your specific house interacts with the surrounding soil. Your neighbor’s radon level may differ significantly from yours.

Testing your home with professional radon equipment is the best way to understand the current levels in your home or the home you’re about to purchase.