Below are some links that can take you to more information about elements
that are sometimes found in homes. Your home inspection may or may not include
these inspections or testing. It is recommended that you review your contract
with our company to determine what additional services (if any) were
performed.
What to Know About Mold – There are molds that can grow on wood, paper, carpet, and foods. When excessive moisture or water accumulates indoors, mold growth will often occur, particularly if the moisture problem remains undiscovered or un-addressed. There is no practical way to eliminate all mold and mold spores in the indoor environment; the way to control indoor mold growth is to control moisture.
What to Know About Radon – You cannot see, smell, or taste radon. But it still may be a problem in your home. When you breathe air containing radon, you increase your risk of getting lung cancer. In fact, the Surgeon General of the United States has warned that radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States today. If you smoke and your home has high radon levels, your risk of lung cancer is especially high
Did You Know – facts and figures about the lifespan of: major appliances, roofing, heating and air conditioning and electrical components in your home.
Home Guide – Lowe’s guide to preparing your house for the winter season.
South Carolina Standards and Practices – guidelines for the residential home inspector in SC.
More Links
Radon: http://www.epa.gov/radon/
EPA http://www.epa.gov/–
which includes information on asbestos, clean-up," Lead, Mold, etc.
Consumer Safety & Recalls http://www.cpsc.gov/ from swimming pools to
items in the home
Polybutylene plumbing in homes http://www.polybutylene.com/poly.html
Federal Pacific Panels http://www.inspect-ny.com/fpe/fpe.html
Fires waiting to happen, debate waiting to be ended
Lowes http://www.lowes.com/
Home Depot http://homedepot.com/
