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Dust mites are microscopic arachnids that thrive indoors in warm, moist places, such as the insides of pillows and mattresses. They feed on dead skin that is regularly shed by humans and their pets. The harm posed to building occupants by dust mites is slight compared to other minuscule bed-dwellers, such as bed bugs. Yet, … Read more
In addition to air testing, when necessary, mold lift and swab sampling is used to scientifically identify what mold is growing. Some mold assessment professionals may tell you that testing is not necessary, however, I encourage testing on all mold assessment projects and here’s why: A true scientist will collect all levels of available data to … Read more
So you are local to the Ballston Spa or Saratoga Springs area. You’ve probably heard that this is a sellers market as there is very little inventory of homes available in Saratoga County. You were likely thinking that you have the upper hand and have significant leverage with the plethora of potential buyers in … Read more
Chances are, if you live in Ballston Spa or Saratoga Springs or anywhere else in Saratoga County, you will likely be replacing your hot water heater at some point within a ten-year period of time. With all the calcium and mineral deposits found in our local water, how water heater’s just will not last as … Read more
Stachybotrys are widely considered the most hazardous form of indoor mold and are mycotoxin producing and should be removed. Whenever Stachybotrys are present, air sampling is highly recommended for clearance confirmation. For more information on Stachybotrys please visit: https://www.apsnet.org/edcenter/apsnetfeatures/Pages/Stachybotrys.aspx If you or one of your housemates/family members is suffering from suspicious allergy-like or hay fever-like … Read more
As we enter the fall season here in the Albany area, more homes start being closed up getting ready for the cold weather. Especially, if you live in Ballston spa, Saratoga Springs or even Clifton Park, you might be living in an older home that might have experienced moisture buildup in your basement or in … Read more
We see a lot of discussion on home inspector forums about rules pertaining to dryer duct safety and dryer transition ducts. We figure if home inspectors are having challenges getting the right answers then you as a homeowner might be even more confused. We do many home inspections in Albany, and throughout Saratoga County including … Read more
If you live in the Albany area, chances are you have a full basement that is either finished or left unfinished. In our experience, especially when doing home inspections in Saratoga Springs, Ballston Spa or Clifton Park, we do see the majority of homes having an active radon mitigation system. Radon is prevalent with homes … Read more
Seeing fall is upon us, it is time to start being proactive and make arrangements for the upcoming cold winter months. As an Albany home inspector, we highly recommend taking a proactive approach as opposed to a reactive approach. It’s kind of like changing your engine versus changing your oil. It is more cost-effective to … Read more
Living here in Albany, we find a blend of older homes and newer homes. The real estate market right now is hot for sellers and there is limited amounts of inventory this fall. If people are looking for newer homes, they might have to start considering looking at older homes in different areas based on … Read more
