Did you know that Radon is the second cause of lung cancer next to smoking? Here’s why:

What is Radon?

How Can You Get Exposed to Radon?

Indoors

​Even if you're just staying at home or working on your office, you can get exposed to radon if you usually spend your time in the basement. Lower levels of a house or building which are closest to the soil or rock, like a crawlspace, are the source of radon. Radon gas can also enter through construction joints​, cracks in walls or floors, gaps in foundations, or openings near pipes or wires​. Lastly, granite countertops can also give off radon gas.

Some Fields of Works

​Miners are one of the most common workers who has a high chance of getting exposed to high levels of radon as they work underground. Radon was not known to people hundreds of years ago so it caused the high death rate of miners during that time. There were studies around the 1950s and 1960s that proved that radon was the cause of lung cancer among miners.  People who work on factories can also be exposed to radon if they are working in uranium processing factories or if they get in contact with phosphate fertilizers.

How Can You Avoid or Limit Getting Exposed to Radon?

Moisture/Thermography Scan

Thermal Imaging, also called infrared imaging or thermography, is an advanced, non-invasive technology that allows the inspector to show homeowners things about their homes that can’t be revealed using conventional inspection methods.   An infrared inspection can help identify issues such as: Moisture Intrusion Heating/Cooling Loss Electrical Hot Spots Insulation Issues

Mold Air Quality Sampling

What is the difference between these two?

How Does This Work?

What Does Complete Protection Home Warranty Cover?

Example of Things That Are Not Covered of the Warranty

Days/weeks after the storm has passed, you might find black spots on your walls/ceilings. Should you just disregard this or should you hire someone to assess the severity of these mold spots?

What is a Mold Assessment?

Why is Mold an Issue?

​Hope Home Inspections LLC is NOT in the mold removal or mold remediation business. So, we will not provide these services. If you wish to have mold removed from your home we suggest contacting a mold remediation company.

What is Smoke/C02 and Why is it Harmful?

C02, or Carbon Dioxide, is a product of burning fuels that is tasteless and odorless. While most gases such as propane and natural gas have an odor such as rotten eggs or garlic, C02 does not. The recommended PPM for C02 is 0-10. A level of 70 parts per million (PPM) inside a home can cause headaches, fever, and nausea. A level of 150 PPM can cause disorientation, unconsciousness, and death.  ​

Few Reminders:

Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Smoke detectors were originally invented in 1935 to help keep miners safe while digging underground but were too expensive for the general public at ~$125 each. Carbon monoxide detectors were invented in 1925 but only gave a visual indication of C02 and were not as efficient as models made today.  In 1974, fire municipalities and other government

Do I Need Detectors?

Hurricanes are a natural occurances here in Florida and while they may be scary, below are several simple steps to take to ensure you are prepared for an upcoming storm.

The most important thing is to always be safe!

​A pre-listing inspection is an inspection before selling your home. It can get you ahead of your competition, potential buyers and your house. When you get a pre-listing inspection you are informed of your house's condition and in control. 

The purpose:

The benefit:

The services: 

What happens after my Final-Walk Through inspection?