Ancillary Inspections

A pool is a great addition to any home and has the potential to increase its value. Having it regularly inspected can ensure that everything is functioning properly and your pool remains an asset instead of a liability.

This is a common requirement for many insurance companies before granting coverage. This includes an inspection of the roof, HVAC system, plumbing system, and electrical system.

This inspection service allows us to examine the home’s structure, components, and systems so we can find anything that may be in need of being repaired or replaced.

This service will check for any leaks or broken components in your irrigation system that may damage your lawn or give you a pricey water bill.

I use 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. By evaluating these images, I can detect sources of energy loss, locate areas of moisture intrusion, pinpoint dangerous hot spots in the electrical system, and uncover other problems, as well as flue leaks in the chimney, which can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning. 

A level-one chimney inspection includes a visual check of the fireplace and chimney without any special equipment or climbing up on the roof. The inspector will come to your house with a flashlight; look for damage, obstructions, creosote buildup, and soot; and tell you if the chimney requires sweeping.

Having repair work done by a contractor to address a deficiency, or to adapt or modernize some structure or system of your home? I will inspect it to make sure that the materials, installation and workmanship meet quality standards and your specifications. This is an inspection to check that the work was completed properly.

A deck inspection should progress in much the same order as deck construction. We start our deck inspections from the ground up to ensure the correct installation and use of proper building techniques. We verify appropriate fasteners, supports and beams, posts, rails, stairs,  guardrails, decking, wood decay, and more.

Let me test your potable water supply, especially if your property has a private well, cistern or septic system. I will check it for coliform and other harmful bacteria, which can endanger your family’s health.

We offer indoor air quality testing to test and inspect your investment for radon, mold, and other indoor air pollutants. Any home or commercial building can have an indoor air quality problem. Call us to identify and solve indoor air pollution problems and protect your health and safety.

Stucco is an attractive exterior cladding that has superior insulation value, weather resistance, and longevity. Stucco requires an expert to properly apply and repair it. Stucco also requires specialized knowledge to accurately identify its different components. I’ll perform a non-invasive inspection to determine the type of stucco system on your home, and make recommendations for maintenance and repair, if necessary.

Although radon is a naturally occurring gas in our environment, it's also the second leading cause of lung cancer deaths in the U.S., according to the Surgeon General. One out of 15 homes is estimated to have dangerously elevated radon levels. The Surgeon General and the Environmental Protection Agency recommend testing all houses. Millions of Americans have had their homes tested for radon, and you should, too.