Flowery Branch home inspection
February 9, 2012 | 
Author Atlanta home inspection company
Conducts a home inspection on a remodeled foreclosure for first time home buyer in Flowery Branch located in Hall county. The house looked great from the outside but it was the certified inspector’s job to look past the outer shell. Its reasons like this where NOT having an inspection to save money because the back says “as is” is why you MUST have an inspection done. Outside the fact the buyer knew he needed to new HVAC units because there were stolen, if was what they didn’t see that will cost more than the HVAC units. That was the failing foundation footing and he cracks in the foundation block wall.
Tags: Atlanta Home Inspection in Gainesville
- Roof Leak Stopper
Roof leak stopper found during home inspection for a ranch home in Gainesville. The home owner is looking to serve up some rain water in the attic rather than fixing the leak. Not only does the leak damage the roof decking it can also damage the insulation below. One of the most common leaks found during our certified home inspection are cracks in the DWV plumbing boots.
DWV boots need to be replaced every 10 years or so. The heat to the rubber gasket cracks during expansion caused by temperature changes. It is pimportant to have your roof inspected every 3-5 yeasrs for damage and possible leaks.
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Mold inspection in Atlanta
A recent home inspection in down town Atlanta
uncovered some serious issues in the infinshed basement. It was clear that the block foundation had some drainage issues over and over again. Some of the wood paneling showed signs of water daamge and rot and as usual, visible signs of mold. In this siuation, our mold dog was not needed due to the amount of visible growth on the walls, stairs and floor joist. The question was is the mold active or dorment (dead).
Investigative home inspection has the tools and the newest advancements to detect mold in homes, schools and commercial buildings. Below you will fine pictures and a current video on what was found and how we evaluate the mold.
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Cumming home inspection
Bad septic tank
Clogged septic tank caused by tree roots found during an home inspection for a foreclosure client in Cumming which is located just 45 min north of Atlanta. It is crucial to have the septic checked and pumped when purchasing a home over 10 years old.
Black mold in basement
Another issue that was found during the inspection was mold growth on the floor joist and wood structures in the basement. The buyer contacted a home inspector who was certified in mold detection and who could educate them in the removal process of the mold.
Gwinnett Home Inspection
Water tank drain
Flue Pipe
A clear plastic tube is being used to drain steaming hot water from a pressurized valve out of a water tank to the exterior of the house. This is just a few crazy things a certified Atlanta home inspector will find during the foreclosure inspection. Another and safe practice found was a missing flue pipe collar to connect the exhaust pipe to the water tank. Both items are seriously dangerous which could cause carbon monoxide or third-degree burns.
This is a fine example to why you’d want to hire a license or certified professional to make repairs versus a handyman with a sign sticking out on the lawn somewhere in a street corner.
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Mold testing Cleveland GA
Mold testing
Sampling for clearance testing in Cleveland, GA
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Flowery Branch Home Inspection
Bank owned inspection located in golf community just minutes from the Atlanta Falcons training camp in Flowery Branch. Eight year old 1 1/2 story with full basement and fenced in yard has large rooms with a supper bonus room on second floor. Certified inspector did uncover water leak and possible fungal growh issues. The repairs can be corrected with some time and investment.
Atlanta mold inspector after fire
Atlanta home inspector
Atlanta home and mold inspector Rob Donahue was called out to to evaluate a home that had a recent fire. The homeowner was concerned that mold may be trapped and growing inside the walls after the fire department dumped over 15,000 gallons of water on their home. The insurance company does not want to remove the sheet rock due to cost and is not concerned with the possibility of mold growing inside the home.
An independent insurance adjust Greg Sims of CLS was hired to represent the homeowner’s insurance claim advise his client to have a mold inspection prior to settling the claim. this kind of situation calls for the best detection of mold in Atlanta, Maggie the mold dog. The trained certified mold sniffing dog was brought into the home and alerted several different areas where water was trapped behind the sheet rock where potentially dangerous mold could be growing. The home has been sitting for over 30 days and no dry out protocols have been conducted on this property.
Abundant amount of water trapped inside the wall cavities, no heat and no dry out protocol is a perfect environment for microbial growth.
Stone mountain mold and termite inspection
Mold Testing
Mold inside cabinet
Had the privilege to inspect a home in Stone Mountain for a family member to check for mold. The new owners are thinking of selling the home and want it in great shape with no issues. The owner searched for a company that was certified and insured, she found Investigative Home and Mold inspection. The fact that IHI has been in business since 15 years, they are the only mold inspection company with a trained mold detection dog.
The inspection uncovered only a modest amount of mold in the crawlspace and basement along with some severe amount of termite damage. This inspection shows the impotence of having a termite bond on your home to protect from termite infestation.
Termites in wall
Suwanee home inspection
Ranch home
Investment purchase on a foreclosure in Suwanee unveiled water and roof shingle damage. The front bay window trim and sill wood will need to be replaced and checked for structural issues. The back part of the property had drainage issues coming from neighboring properties causing erosion to the fence and patio slab.
The home is located just off Interstate 85 which is perfect for rental properties which is what the investor plans on using it for. Home inspection is being conducted on the home valued under 100,000.
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