Home Inspection Services

	Wood Destroying Insect Inspection & Report
	Radon Gas
	Well Water Supply & Pressure
	Well Water Quality
	Septic System
	Lead & Asbestos
	Mold
	Cost Estimates

Wood Destroying Insect Inspection & Report

FHA, CHFA and certain bank mortgages sometimes require a Wood Destroying Insect Report for a pest inspection from a licensed pest control company. Inspectors must have a Pesticide Supervisor License from the DEP to complete this report. We work with a licensed pest control company that provides these reports. There is an additional fee for this report.

Radon Gas

Radon gas is a radioactive, colorless, odorless gas released from the decomposition of uranium in the ground. It can enter a home through the foundation and accumulate within the home to undesirable levels.

We provide a 48 hour canister test that measures radon levels. Results are usually available 2 working days after the end of the test. If a remediation system is required, the Seller of the home usually pays for its installation. There is an additional charge for this test.

Well Testing

We inspect visible well equipment for proper installation & basic operation. A simple test for well output can be conducted with a flow meter. This determines well output on that day at that time of year. Well capacity can vary at different times of the year depending upon ground water levels. There is an additional charge for this test. A Well Service Company should be hired if you are unsure of the history or condition of the well.

Well Water Quality

Separate tests can be conducted to determine the presence of:

1. Dissolved Radon Gas in Water
2. Bacteria (coliform & fecal coliform)
3. Clarity, Color, Odor, pH, Hardness, Nitrates, Nitrites, Sulfate, Chloride, Sodium, Copper, Iron & Manganese. (i.e. Drinkability)
4. VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) From Solvents, Petroleum Products & Pesticides.
5. Dissolved Lead in Water.

Samples are taken and sent to an independent test lab. Typically, result are available 3 to 4 days after the inspection. There are additional charges for these tests.

Septic System

Septic systems can be very costly to repair & should not be forgotten. An independent Septic Service Company should inspect the system. A complete inspection includes opening both the tank & distribution boxes. Septic inspections cost from $175 to $600.

We do not perform septic inspections. We can make referrals for septic contractors or you can consult your realtor, the yellow pages or on-line yellow pages.

Lead & Asbestos

We are able to identify possible sources of asbestos & lead in the building. There is no additional charge for this service. We can send samples to an independent laboratory for analysis for an additional charge. A Certified Lead or Asbestos Inspector can be hired to inspect buildings of extreme concern. Licensed lead & asbestos inspections are very costly.

Mold

Excessive mold or mold damage, if observed during the inspection, is reported. Mold growth is caused by excessive moisture. We try to identify the source of moisture and all areas affected. The first action is to correct the source of moisture. If necessary, mold remediation is then done. Mold sampling & testing are available at an additional charge.