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How New Age Inspections Helped A Client Tackle A Home Odor Issue

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 10:28:23 GMT

How New Age Inspections Helped A Client Tackle A Home Odor Issue

Considering that the home you are about to purchase is not only the most significant investment you may make in life but also where your family will spend the majority of their time, you want to ensure that the house is in pristine condition. While some aspects of the house may require repairs and some systems may need replacement, any health hazards have to be discovered and addressed as quickly as possible.

As home inspectors, our job is to ensure that if we find something amiss, we need to inform you about the issue as well as find a solution. Keep reading to learn about how  New Age Inspections  helped a client who was apprehensive about an odor in the house.

The Challenge: A weird smell emanating from the walls of the house.

Being in the home inspection industry, a client once approached us to carry out a home inspection for a potential home purchase. During the evaluation of the home, we noticed the presence of a weird smell. From our years of experience, we had reason to believe this smell was due to mold growth in a wall cavity. To confirm our doubts, a remediation company was hired to carry out an assessment of the home after our inspection.

However, they stated that they didn’t smell anything weird and there was no trace of mold growth in the home. We were unconvinced by their findings and had reason to believe that mold was the cause of the foul odor.

The Solution: Having air tests carried out, and hiring a professional remediation company to address the problem.

Convinced by our belief, we spoke to the buyers who were uneasy about the house purchase due to the weird smell. Once the first remediation company brushed our doubts aside, we set out to find the cause of the odor. Based on our experience and knowledge of how moisture can enter a home, we decided to have a closer look at the walls again and test them. We brought in our air testing equipment to verify our findings.

The results came back indicating the presence of elevated mold spores in the wall cavity. Based on our discovery we called in another remediation company that ran their own tests and concurred with our air quality report. They found the mold and treated the areas so that the issue was resolved and the foul odor no longer emanated from the walls.

While it took us around three business days to get the air quality sample results and resolve the issue, our biggest challenge in this particular case was finding the cause of the smell after the first remediation company shot down our views. Thanks to our experience and knowledge, we were able to confirm our fears ourselves and get another remediation company to tackle the problem.

The Bottom Line

If the presence of mold was not found at the time of the home inspection, it could have been a potential health concern and a financial burden on the potential buyers. For these reasons, having an experienced home inspector evaluate your house before purchase ensures the safety of your family and investment. If you’re looking for a professional home inspection company in Saskatoon, SK, reach out to New Age Inspections . We make sure that as our client, you know and understand every fact about the property that you are purchasing and we will assist you in making a confident decision about your property.

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Risks of Skipping a Home Inspection

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 08:07:06 GMT

Risks of Skipping a Home Inspection

Thinking of skipping a home inspection? You may have a better chance of sealing the deal, but there are significant risks involved.

The housing market is red-hot right now, sparking a trend among home buyers to skip home inspections to nab their dream home ahead of other offers.

Original Article Source Credits: family handyman, https://www.familyhandyman.com

Article Written By: Rebecca Winke

Original Article Posted on: Mar. 24, 2021

Link to Original Article: https://www.familyhandyman.com/article/skipping-home-inspection-risks

13 Home Improvement Projects That Practically Pay for Themselves

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 07:56:43 GMT

13 Home Improvement Projects That Practically Pay for Themselves

These smart upgrades pay off big in resale value and enjoyment of your home. “For an immediate face-lift, update your light fixtures,” says Kim Howard, Realtor and co-founder of Howard Homes Chicago. You can buy a stylish ceiling fan for $100 dollars or less and updated semi-flush ceiling mount lights for about $60. Not only do buyers love the cohesive flow new lighting gives the home, but Howard also says new lighting easily increases the value of the home by 1 to 2 percent, which translates to $10,000 on a $500,000 home.

Original Article Source Credits: family handyman, https://www.familyhandyman.com

Article Written By: Lisa Marie Conklin

Original Article Posted on: Mar. 18, 2021

Link to Original Article: https://www.familyhandyman.com/list/13-home-improvement-projects-that-practically-pay-for-themselves

Home Inspection

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 08:31:24 GMT

Home Inspection

A home inspection observes and reports on the condition of a real estate property, usually when it is on the market to be sold.

Original Article Source Credits: Investopedia , https://www.investopedia.com/

Article Written By: James Chen

Original Article Posted on: Mar 1, 2021

Link to Original Article: https://www.investopedia.com/terms/h/home-inspection.asp

How to Improve the Air Quality in Your Home During COVID-19

Tue, 08 Dec 2020 08:19:05 GMT

How to Improve the Air Quality in Your Home During COVID-19

The air quality in your home can affect your respiratory health. Here’s how you can improve it as you spend more time indoors during the winter months of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Original Article Source Credits: family handyman, https://www.familyhandyman.com

Article Written By: Rebecca Winke

Original Article Posted on: Mar. 24, 2021

Link to Original Article: https://www.familyhandyman.com/article/skipping-home-inspection-risks

Home Maintenance Checklist

Sat, 08 Feb 2020 10:41:08 GMT

Home Maintenance Checklist

Your home is your biggest and most important investment. So, why wouldn’t you take proper care of it? Just like a car needs regular oil changes, keeping up with home maintenance tasks is a must. It is much easier to do your chores every now and then instead of having to pay for big repairs.

Original Article Source Credits: homebuyingchecklist, https://homebuyingchecklist.co

Article Written By: NA

Original Article Posted on: February 8, 2020

Link to Original Article: https://homebuyingchecklist.co/home-maintenance-checklist

Home Inspection Checklist – 80+ Things to Check

Sat, 08 Feb 2020 08:28:04 GMT

Home Inspection Checklist – 80+ things to check

You’ve finally found the home of your dreams and now you’re ready to sign the contract. But, there is one key step before making the purchase final – getting a home inspection. The freshly painted walls, hardwood floors, and granite countertops are simply superficial touches. What you don’t see is...

Original Article Source Credits: Home Buying Checklist, https://homebuyingchecklist.co

Article Written By: NA

Original Article Posted on: February 8, 2020

Link to Original Article: https://homebuyingchecklist.co/home-inspection-checklist-80-things-to-check

What to Know About the Dangers of Radon Gas in Your Home

Tue, 12 Feb 2019 08:23:49 GMT

What to Know About the Dangers of Radon Gas in Your Home

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas. It’s found in soil, rock, and even water as the breakdown of uranium. When uranium is broken down, it's released into the air and can build up, causing critical long-term health effects.

Original Article Source Credits: healthline, https://www.healthline.com

Article Written By: Rajiv Bahl

Original Article Posted on: February 12, 2019

Link to Original Article: https://www.healthline.com/health-news/what-to-know-about-radon-dangers

Spring Home Maintenance Checklist

Sat, 31 Mar 2018 08:47:13 GMT

Spring Home Maintenance Checklist

This year, many parts of the country have enjoyed such a mild winter that even in the Northeast, spring weather seems like it’s just around the corner—if it hasn’t arrived already.

Original Article Source Credits: Bob Vila , https://www.bobvila.com/

Article Written By: Merv Kaufman

Original Article Posted on: NA

Link to Original Article: https://www.bobvila.com/articles/2355-spring-home-maintenance-checklist/

Easy Ways You Can Improve Indoor Air Quality

Thu, 01 Mar 2018 09:56:19 GMT

Easy ways you can improve indoor air quality

It may feel cozy being sealed in tight against the cold in your home during the chillier months of the year, but for people who are sensitive to indoor allergens or have respiratory problems, winter can exacerbate problems. Stale indoor air and heating systems can increase the amount of allergy-inducing dust mites, pet dander, and mold spores circulating through your house. In late winter and early spring, it may still be too chilly to throw open the windows to pull out the musty air, so while you await the warmer weather it's important to be aware of some of the allergy and respiratory triggers that may be lurking in your surroundings.

Original Article Source Credits: Harvard University , https://www.health.harvard.edu/

Article Written By: NA

Original Article Posted on: March, 2018

Link to Original Article: https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/easy-ways-you-can-improve-indoor-air-quality