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Warm Weather + Radon Testing = Need for Better Communication

July 29, 2015 0 comment

A very significant percentage of our Home and Building Inspections now include Radon Testing; it is clearly an important environmental concern for most home buyers. For us to do our job well – delivering the radon test report to our clients by our NRPP Certified Staff – we must have the proper test site conditions to provide our service in a timely fashion..

Vermiculite Class Action Suit Settled

July 1, 2015 0 comment

Finally, it was announced in April 2015 that a major manufacturer of Vermiculite Insulation -W.R.Grace – has completed a settlement and developed a Trust for which homeowners may be able to make a claim for Asbestos containing Vermiculite Remediation.

Is it an Asbestos Containing Material?

June 30, 2015 0 comment

Knowing Tiger does Homeowner Consultations, his Realtor suggested the seller contact Tiger for advice. The Homeowner stated, “I have vermiculite Containing Asbestos in my home, should I be concerned?”

Warm Weather Radon Testing

March 25, 2015 0 comment

The first warm days of Spring are just around the corner. It’s a natural tendency to want to open the windows and take in the fresh air. We agree… except when a Radon Test is scheduled to be performed.

After the Ice Dams…

March 10, 2015 0 comment

So we’ve had the dubious distinction of having had the coldest February in modern record-keeping times here in Connecticut, and we’re experiencing the most developed ice dams since 2011. Neither of which should be a particular issue… It’s what next that we need to prepare for: the melting.

A Few Extra Snow Advice Tid-Bits….

January 28, 2015 0 comment

I realize there is no shortage of advice on what to do before, during, and after a storm. But I’ll […]

Concerned About Snow Covered Roof on Inspection Day?

January 28, 2015 0 comment

Because of the unpredictable conditions in New England, roof inspections are often complicated by snow cover during the winter months. Since roofing is expensive and provides a primary line of defense against moisture damage to the structure, home inspection clients are understandably concerned…

Home Energy Upgrades – Where to Begin the Process

November 3, 2014 0 comment

It is common knowledge that Connecticut is amongst the highest in energy costs nationally, but what can we do about it?

Preparing a Home “For Sale” – A Home Inspector’s Perspective

March 6, 2014 0 comment

We recognize there is no shortage of Sellers Preparation Ideas available to Realtors or the general public. In fact, while […]

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