How Would You Know If You Hired The Best Mold Inspection ...
Air quality inside our house is the least thing that we think about. But according to experts, indoor air quality can be more polluted than outdoor air. Invisible pollutants inside the house include molds that can cause health disorder to you and your family. Someone who suffers from household allergies or asthma will most likely [more...]
Date: 2009-01-04 02:40:07
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Mold In The House
Molds can still be there in your home when there is no prominent signal of their presence. Mildews are so small that you cannot see them ... necessary when you buy new home. Especially if you have crawl space moisture. Mold growth may not leave any ... . And they make full use of their size; they float in air and spread around. Mold inspection [more...]
Date: 2008-10-05 15:07:42
New Orleans
I spent last week in New Orleans with the GVSU Social Work program. We worked on some houses and saw the city. It was pretty amazing! ... with Kilz, a special paint that stops the growth of mold. Hopefully, as a result of our efforts, the house will be able to pass a mold inspection test. If it passes, then they can start reframing the house [more...]
Date: 2008-12-18 19:46:08
Fix that Wet Basement to Prevent Mold and Other Harmful Effects
Why Fix Your Wet Basement? There are a number of important reasons why! The most important reason is your family’s health! Wet basements and crawlspaces are a breeding ground for bugs, toxic mold bacteria, odors, air-born ... 0% In-House Financing Available Free Basement Inspections Life of the Structure Warranty Mold Remediati [more...]
Date: 2008-10-14 12:11:36
Florida Car Shipping: Save Cash on Your Long Distance Relocation
Purchasing a new house can be a daunting thought for anyone, especially first time purchasers ... of it when you move in). Inspections should be done on the house before you move in so that you do not find anything such as mold, radon or significant house defects after you have bought it. Discovering [more...]
Date: 2009-01-07 07:40:20
ASUM Renter Center hopes to bring attention to affordable inspection program
She soon discovered that black mold was growing in her house, a fact that became apparent when it started seeping out of the walls ... for the Voluntary Residential Inspection Program, which was implemented in April by the Missoula ... , they only address a particular problem. Under the voluntary residential inspection program, Holweger [more...]
Date: 2008-09-16 15:47:11
The Home Inspection
I don't know if any of you have ever bought an old house and had to endure a rigorous home inspection, but if you have, can you answer one question? ... ? Completely unthinkable, unless your kids particularly like playing with mold.""You have a cedar shake ... inspection COMPLETELY FREAKED ME OUT. Like, I had to have a scoop of ice cream immediately just [more...]
Date: 2008-07-10 04:22:27
11-25 The Remodel
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Back in September I was told that they wanted to remodel my apartment ... and it is my turn to get 'caught up'. When they came around for federal housing inspections a couple of weeks ago ... had cracked due to the cold. Mold and mildew had set into the walls and cabinets [more...]
Date: 2008-11-26 02:16:00
Preventing Lawsuits - A Landlord’s Guide
The sad and scary truth is that landlords walk this earth with a giant target sign on them, shouting “SUE ME! ... out your property, consider having a mold inspection performed, to warn you if there might be an issue. You should ... simply moving from house to house, suing each new landlord in turn for lead paint, and then simply [more...]
Date: 2008-12-23 10:34:16
Clean Up In The Trailer Park.
The last time I was at my parents’ house for the weekend, I helped my Dad do some yard work so that he could get things done quicker ... inspections of all the homes, and if there’s ANYTHING that’s wrong, management sends out letters ... out in quite a few places, and there was green mold crawling up the sides of the house. The house looked [more...]
Date: 2008-07-17 01:38:22
Lead Paint Inspectors Public Housing
Professional Liability designed to cover HUD required visual paint inspections, EPA or State certified Risk Assessor inspections, ... mandated Residental Lead Paint Hazard Reduction Act (Title X). Mold inspection can be added sublimit. [more...]
Date: 2008-07-28 23:04:54
How to Stop and / or Prevent Mold from Growing in My Attic
Mold growing in the attic does not necessarily cause your house air contamination. However, it usually becomes an issue when discovered during the home inspection. In addition, depending on the mold contamination extent, correcting the problem could make a significant hole [more...]
Date: 2008-12-30 11:45:40
How to Stop and / or Prevent Mold from Growing in My Attic
Mold growing in the attic does not necessarily cause your house air contamination. However, it usually becomes an issue when discovered during the home inspection. In addition, depending on the mold contamination extent, correcting the problem could make a significant hole [more...]
Date: 2009-01-04 22:35:16
A climate refugee!
That’s what I’ve been called… a climate refugee. And I guess it’s true ... t have electricity, everything in my house was covered in mold, and I really didn’t want to deal ... into work but had to leave early due to FEMA coming by and doing an inspection. That afternoon [more...]
Date: 2008-09-23 13:01:32
5 Problems to Check for Before Buying a Foreclosed Home
Hundreds of families, and real estate investors, are purchasing more and more foreclosed homes as they can typically be purchased for a fraction of ... problems thanks to Popular Mechanics. 1. MOLD These organisms love water—so they love humid ... by foreclosures after the housing market collapse. When he goes in to inspect those homes, Heaphy [more...]
Date: 2008-11-19 22:11:00
The Stanley Complete Step-by-Step Revised Book of Home Repair and Improvement By The Stanley Company
When it comes to home repair, one of the most trusted names has to be the Stanley Company ... s inspection sheet that takes you through everything in your house, helping you spot errors and learning what needs to be fixed. Even mold, radon and lead are covered, as well as many other hidden things [more...]
Date: 2008-10-24 13:11:07
Proper Attic Ventilation is a Must
On a recent home Inspection the question of a heated attic came up. In this particular house the attic heated to over 120 degrees ... Year Roof Shingles will deteriorate in 8-10 years from the underlying heat; 2. Mold can form [more...]
Date: 2008-07-23 13:53:15
Cutting Costs and Increasing Profits on a House Flip
Anyone wholesaling property will want to keep their costs down and profits high ... the average homeowner terrified of possible black mold in a home. Plus, it’s really hard ... over the property you’ll be signing papers on. A home inspection can ensure that the property [more...]
Date: 2008-11-19 03:25:22
Crack House Diaries: Home Improvements
The deal finally closed. We worked our way through two thick stacks of paperwork, probably signing away spare organs in lieu of bankruptcy, ... . The security screen doors let the wind blow through, and on cold nights we would crawl into sleeping bags ... carpets Repair water damage (the black mold) I am pretty good at working with tools, so these jobs [more...]
Date: 2008-09-22 06:33:05
Yuck
Ok here is a very not fun post... I need some help - does anyone know who to call about MOLD? I just love publicly declaring this.. ... that we are hypochondriacs, we want to get someone in to do a thorough inspection of our furniture etc. and also a deep cleaning/inspection of our AC units to ensure we are not blowing mold spores [more...]
Date: 2009-01-09 16:39:29
People Aren’t Going To Pay More Than Something Is Worth
The Salem News reports from Massachusetts. “The first sign of trouble came in December at a lottery to select the owners of some of the new Palmer Cove Condominiums. There were 15 condos for sale, with three-bedrooms going for what appeared a bargain - $189,900. When this project was conceived, an overflow crowd of applicants was expected [more...]
Date: 2008-08-06 14:27:50
Escrows Falling Out
Though we’ve seen a substantial amount of escrows closing lately, there are plenty of concerned buyers grappling with the decision to forge ahead ... : Fell-out of escrow for the fourth time. The third buyer blew out because of an alleged mold problem ... on her agreeing that it was nothing critical. She then goes and gets her own mold guy who tears [more...]
Date: 2008-10-11 17:05:46
1.3 Megapixel USB Digital Microscope
This 1.3 Megapixel Digital Microscope allows you to capture some higher resolution images and video and display them on your PC using a simple USB ... around you. Ever wondered what lint looks like or the mold growing on your week-old bagels ... for industrial inspection, science education, forensics, printing, textile, printed circuit board (PCB [more...]
Date: 2008-12-09 12:40:12
Jail.Games (Florida Keys version)
Last night, Bill Becker praised me profusely in a dream, and then praised me and praised me, to the point that I started feeling guilty for leaning on him in the past. Even so, I have learned that a dream of someone coming on strong and kindly to me is his or her spirit’s way of telling me to pour it on. Therefore . . [more...]
Date: 2009-01-03 14:13:37
What are the liability issues involved in a mold case?
The most common “theories of liability” that an attorney would look at in a mold cases might include: ... , they can be held responsible for the damage or injury under a “negligence” theory. In a mold case, an example ... out in the rain, then used the still-wet supplies to construct the foundation or inner walls of a house [more...]
Date: 2008-12-22 05:22:22
Million Dollar Listings Slip Through Their Fingers!
Million Dollar Listing is turning over hot properties again tonight. Last week saw Josh close a sale, Chad fight with his girl, and Madison get the brush off from his one true love, who happens to be a woman. What’s going to happen this week? Previous client Pierre is ready to sell his 7,000 sq. ft [more...]
Date: 2008-09-03 03:15:20
(Blue) Battle of the Books and the Secret of the Number Twelve
+ A + B + C + D + E + F + G + H + I + J + K + L +Considering Ron Silliman’s The Alphabet: “Lit”I(Twelve Paragraphs That at First Appear to, But Do Not, Contain the Proper Number of Sentences Equal to the Numbers of the Fibonacci Sequence)Begins.Beings.Then. Than. On mark.Written. Rote. Rode. Upbraid. To & bent over.Shape. Nape. Amor. Armor against [more...]
Date: 2008-09-24 03:51:00
Buying a FSBO: What to Expect, What to Watch For
A FSBO, or “for sale by owner” home can be a great deal, but as with any other real estate transaction, ... need to do some extra hunting for accurate house information, such as property lines, if the sellers ... to take it. One thing to be aware of is that many sellers are emotionally attached to the house [more...]
Date: 2008-12-22 17:35:45
Ready for action!
September 22, 2008 moving out I spoke to my real estate agent again this weekend (my aunt) and she’s going to set up a few appointments to see apartments next Sunday. Right now there are two complexes that stand out to me, and so she’s picking out two units at each so I can get an idea of what its like in there, [more...]
Date: 2008-09-22 18:20:45
What are Popular Home Repair Scams?
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed The last time I changed our furnace filters, I sliced my finger open. I’m not a handyman by any stretch, but I do attempt to take care of things around my house. There are times, though, when you just have to call in someone else to fix something [more...]
Date: 2008-06-11 06:06:39
Sunday, October 05, 2008
So Sunday nights are when I do most of the cleaning because the shift is really dead. Scrub and clean and wipe and sweep and mop and wash and.......urgh :( :( :( Then I come home, all tired out...Only to be informed that we have a house inspection on Wednesday. Thus for a good 30 minutes or so, I was trying in VAIN to clean the bathroom tiles [more...]
Date: 2008-10-05 15:32:24
Rachel Whiteread at Gagosian Gallery Beverly Hills
Often, when information is not immediately ascertainable, stories are invented to fill the gap. The Egyptians gave us Nut, the goddess who gave birth to the sun every morning and swallowed it every night. Long before the invention of fMRIs, Freud appropriated stories from Greek myth to give meaning to our cranial matter [more...]
Date: 2008-11-16 09:00:00
Kohl Condo Proposal: Come to the Conservation Commission Hearing on January 8
We are distributing this flyer to the North Street neighborhood. Download it as a PDF. Join us on January 8 and let the Conservation Commission know a developer's profits must be balanced with our safety, quality of life, and the health of our environment. See also: Kohl Construction Applies for Special Permit and Site Plan Review (11/20/08) [more...]
Date: 2009-01-03 12:29:53
Complete Home Rehab In 10 Days
This report is about taking a house and restoring it to an aesthetically pleasing dwelling that has reclaimed it’s functional utility. In effect, it is the anti-aging medication for bricks and mortar. This report assumes that you have already or will soon acquire the proper house. The one that is in essence, ripe for rehab [more...]
Date: 2008-12-14 22:50:01
Preparing Your Home for Sale: Make Needed Repairs
Before a buyer considers your home seriously, it must meet his needs in a variety of ways ... small clues, such as torn carpet or leaky faucet, will create a feeling that your house is not well ... and materials. When a house needs obvious repairs, buyers always assume there are more problems than [more...]
Date: 2008-12-24 09:34:10
Now What? Energy Inspectors!
So you’ve changed your light bulbs, adjusted your thermostat, ... an energy inspection is a must. Read on to learn about a few companies who can help you out… An energy ... and structural issues. Air and water infiltration, mold, electrical loads and heat loss and insulation [more...]
Date: 2008-09-22 19:15:00
FEMA Report from Iowa
I received this from a reader last night via email: ... . I lost carpet/pad and ended up cutting drywall up 2 feet to prevent mold/mildew from starting. My loses ... in the garage an inspector called me on cell phone to set up time for home inspection. He wanted [more...]
Date: 2008-07-09 16:06:10
Incorporating your Foreclosure Investments and DIY Real Estate Forms
You can save a lot of money by selling your home yourself (for sale by owner) or buying a home without the aid of a real estate agent. Here in NJ, real estate agent commissions are usually negotiated to around 4-6%. If you're selling a house priced at $450,000 that's $22,500 which is not an insignificant amount of money, [more...]
Date: 2009-01-12 12:24:09
Swanky Dog Hotel?
Proposed Bill: Humans, Pets Buried in Single GraveBy Chantal Anderson - Seattle Times staff reporterSen. Ken Jacobsen and his cat Sam that died several years ago. The Seattle Democrat has filed a bill that would allow the commingling of human and pet remains. Forget the notion that dogs are man's best friend. To Sen [more...]
Date: 2009-01-16 15:00:00
Get Rid of that Mold and Keep Your Family Healthy with Aqua Technology
Aqua Technology, Inc. Indoor Air Quality Moisture, mold and mildew can cause nightmares in a basement or crawlspace ... Basement Inspections Commercial Basement Waterproofing Mold Inspection & Testing Mold Remediation & ... . Heating ducts can incubate and transfer both excessive humidity and mold spores throughout [more...]
Date: 2008-11-12 16:25:11
Get Rid of That Mold Before it Gets Any Worse
Basement Services 911 When you see signs of mold start to grow in your basement, you need to call in the specialists before it’s too late ... : toxic, pathogenic and allergenic. Toxic - A toxic mold is one that produces a mycotoxin ... with mold, the sooner you get rid of it, the better. There are tens of thousands of different types [more...]
Date: 2008-10-09 13:04:07
Nightmare on your street! Don't let the To Do list do You in!
Nightmare on your street! Don't let the To Do list do You in! Via Kimo Stowell (Home Staging & Interiors JDS Consulting) ... scare off potential buyers that an inspection might reveal: roofing, electrical, mold, plumbing ... before initiating an inspection. However, as is sometimes the case, an unknown issue can arise [more...]
Date: 2009-01-08 05:53:02
Getting a Checkup
Getting a Checkup December 18th, 2008 CONGRATULATIONS, rookie buyer! You’ve found a home you love. But hold on! ... : Is the floor solid? Is there evidence of old or new water leaks? Attic and basement: Are the floor and ceiling joists solid? Is there any indication of water damage or mold? Radon testing [more...]
Date: 2008-12-18 19:30:45
[IMG ]
Cirrhosis ("suh-ROH-sus") is a very serious condition. It is a slowly progressing disease in which healthy liver tissue is replaced with scar tissue, eventually preventing the liver from functioning properly. The scar tissue blocks the flow of blood through the liver and slows the processing of nutrients, hormones, drugs, [more...]
Date: 2008-12-14 01:18:09
Rising Ideas in Office Trailers
by Mary Bush Modern standard buildings have come along way from the construction site office trailer that many of us are habituated to. Some recent designs completed this year include a complex of 12 modular units brought together together to build a single 72 foot by 90 foot space [more...]
Date: 2008-12-28 13:36:28
Sandicor Strikes Again
Sandicor Strikes Again Last week I did a video response to the mold report submitted by the last buyers of the house on Compass ... of its accuracy. So using moden technology I videotaped a tour of the house and commented on the alleged mold-like areas. We know that Sandicor has a rule against putting website addresses [more...]
Date: 2008-09-20 14:16:04
Mold Inspection & Removal Basics
Mold Inspection & Removal Basics Due to the recent bad weather and storm surge related to Hurricane Ike, Galveston mold removal services have become one of the most in-demand needs in the area ... by workers pretending to be mold remediation experts. Learn how to protect your finances, … Cars [more...]
Date: 2009-01-17 13:01:06
Metro Detroit home inspections
You have been looking at Metro Detroit real estate and you have finally made your choice. The purchase agreement has been signed ... sewer video inspection furnace inspection mold test roof inspection Some inspectors make money ... . A mold test $300 -$500. A roof inspection $50 -$75. You can easily spend over a $1000 in inspections [more...]
Date: 2009-01-14 02:18:27
A Great Way to Avoid Remodeling Project Nightmares
“remodeling and construction” “remodeling project” “diy” “remodeling” When doing any sort of remodeling or construction project, if it’s not a diy project and you’re not the contractor or doing it yourself, you’ll most likely end up hiring a contractor or tradesman to work on your remodeling project [more...]
Date: 2009-01-17 17:00:10
Adoption Home Inspection: Health Department Requirements
Kim and I are nearing completion of the approval process to adopt two more children into our family. ( ... Health Department to ensure it’s suitable for additional children. The inspection is the same ... in their home. The inspection covers a wide range of home health-related items. Some of them make [more...]
Date: 2008-12-17 11:00:52
