Especially when buying an older home, it is important get an environmental home inspection in addition to a traditional home inspection. These are typically separate professional assessments of the home but each are important for many reasons. One evaluates the comprehensive structure and integrity of the home while the other includes aspects that can affect your overall health. Call or Text Healthy Homes at 248-962-6095 for an environmental home inspection.
A traditional home inspector should assess things like plumbing, HVAC, electrical and structural components of the home. They also inspect appliances, the roof, attic, and other overall aspects of the home.
On the other hand, an environmental home inspection is a comprehensive overview of the health components of your home. This includes an evaluation of indoor air quality, any potential or existing mold damage, an overview of asbestos-containing materials. It may also include assessment and/or testing for radon, lead paint, VOCs, water and soil quality.
When it comes to one of the biggest investments you can make, it’s important to look at the health components. Especially when research shows the average American spends 86.9% of their life indoors!
Mold is commonly found in areas of high humidity, water damage, and lack of air flow. This includes but is certainly not limited to basements, bathrooms, laundry rooms, and attics. Asbestos is commonly found in homes built before 1980 in over 3,000 building products. One in fifteen homes in the US has elevated levels of radon.
Call or Text Healthy Homes at 248-962-6095 to setup an environmental inspection for the home you are purchasing.
