Tag: home inspection

How Long Does a Home Inspection Take, and What Does It Entail?

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If you’ve read our blog, you know how important it is to make sure you attend the home inspection! You may need to take some time off work or block off time on a weekend- which can be stressful if you don’t know how long it takes! Below is a quick breakdown of the time a… Read more »

Home Inspections and The Holidays: Everything You Need To Know

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As with any home inspection, you should properly prepare. However, as the holiday season approaches, there are certain extra steps you should take to prepare, all while being able to maintain holiday décor and plans! Below are three tips to help ensure your home inspection goes smoothly, even during the hectic holiday season! Keep Things Organized… Read more »

Three Tips From a Home Inspector

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Whether buying or selling, going through the processes of a home inspection is a vital step! Here at Mountaineer Inspection, we know how important it is to find a home inspector that you are comfortable with. Our inspector, John, has compiled his top tips to help you with your home inspection journey! Get The Inspector… Read more »

What To Look For When Choosing A Home Inspector

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Whether you are buying or selling a home, you should get ready to find a reliable home inspector. A great place to start is with trusted friends. Even if they’re a few hours away, if they have a trusted inspector, you can always call and see if that inspector knows of one closer to you!… Read more »

Signs You May Have Mold in Your Home

Mold hiding behind wallpaper

Did you know that 50% of the households in the United States have mold issues? It can be hard to identify- sometimes it’s in highly visible areas, but other times it’s subtle. Below are three tips to help you identify if your home has mold. Odor Mold tends to have a few key scents that… Read more »

How to Prepare Your Home for a Home Inspection

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So, you’re all set to wrap up on selling your home, but there is one more thing: the home inspection. Many sellers get nervous, but fret not! A home inspection ensures everything is in good working condition, and there’s nothing dangerous in the home. It is an important part of selling your home, and there… Read more »

3 Issues Infrared Thermal Imaging Can Detect in Your Home

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Home infrared thermal imaging technology helps to determine if there are issues behind walls, ceilings, and other spaces that the naked eye cannot see. Thermal imaging cameras scan a specific area of a home and provide an image of temperature distribution across a surface using electromagnetic waves. Here are three issues infrared thermal imaging can… Read more »

Benefits of Getting Your New Construction Home Inspected

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If your new construction home is nearing completion, it is important to have it inspected before moving in. While some people may think an inspection is unnecessary for a newly built home, it can actually be extremely beneficial by double checking the structural integrity of the home, inspecting for harmful substances such as radon and… Read more »

The 3 Most Common Types of Mold That Grow in The Home

Types of Mold

Once mold begins to grow inside of your home, it becomes challenging to remove. If you notice any indications of mold growth in your home, you must treat it immediately. Mold can spread quite rapidly, and some molds can be highly toxic and have a long-lasting effect on human health depending on the exposure. To… Read more »

Safety Has No Grandfather!

One of the comments I frequently hear while doing a home inspection is “This is grandfathered in, right?”  This statement is especially true from sellers.  Here is my comment on this subject:  When it comes to the safety of you and your family for the home you are buying, there is no grandfathered items.  My… Read more »