HOME INSPECTION · MOLD INSPECTION · INDOOR AIR QUALITY TESTING · ASBESTOS
Placement of a radon test during a home Inspection is very important. Per the EPA, “The measurements should be made in the lowest level which contains a room that is used regularly. Test areas include family rooms, living rooms, dens, playrooms, and bedrooms.” Many untrained home inspectors make the mistake of placing radon test kits in … Read more
Most home inspectors are trained to discover signs of a mold-like substance during their inspection of your property. The typical locations where mold can easily be discovered during a home inspection is within attics and basement areas or wherever water and plumbing leaks can happen, such as bathrooms. A good home inspector will not only … 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
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
When inspecting electrical systems during a home inspection. The home inspector spends some time reviewing the service entry and electrical meter, proper grounding, ground fault circuit interceptors (GFCI’s), electrical devices and the electrical panel. There are typically two items during this portion of the inspection that the home inspector is aware of and that can … Read more
