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| It is strongly recommended that the following inspections and/or tests be performed in addition to engineering inspection: lead paint, pests, wood destroying insects (including termites), air quality (including radon gas), and toxic mold. Do I perform the above tests? No, I do not. Would you let the exterminator inspect the home's structure or the plumbing system? Would you let the roofer install the lighting fixtures in your home? Probably, not! Although I am trained to look, for example, for presence of Urea Formaldehyde or asbestos insulation, and would state my findings in a comprehensive evaluation report, these services are not part of the basic engineering inspection and should be contracted through qualified licensed professional in this field. Similarly, although I look for obvious signs of termites, carpenter ants, rodents infestation or treatment, and the presence of mold, and state my observations in the report, I am not a licensed exterminator or certified mold remediation professional, and do not specifically check for or warrant against these conditions. Many exterminating companies in your area will gladly check your home for the presence of termites or rodents, often for free, because they want your business should they find there is a problem. Similarly, a certified mold professional will not only tell you if there is mold, but will also be able to perform the necessary tests to determine whether the mold is toxic or not, and recommend a remediation solution. Rather than providing you with a mediocre and unprofessional advise in the areas outside of my professional expertise, which may be potentially harmful to your health or the value of your home, I focus on what I do best - providing you with a professional evaluation of your home's structure and systems. However, should you require a termite inspection, I will gladly set up one for you to be conducted by independent pest control technician certified by the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation. |
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Grams Engineering
Gary Shed, P.E. Licensed Professional Engineer Certified Home Inspector
Gary Shed, P.E. Licensed Professional Engineer Certified Home Inspector
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