Home Inspections
There are only two types of homes, ones that need repairs and ones that are going to need repairs. Instead of being scared of the home you live in or the home you’re preparing to buy, we help homeowners and homebuyers become empowered through increased knowledge of their home.
RADON TESTING
- Radon levels are a big concern in Maryland
- Leading cause of lung cancer death among non smokers
- Most clients add radon testing to their home inspection
Consider Testing if:
- House is in Maryland
PRICING
(done with home inspection)
$185
MOLD INSPECTION & TESTING
- Can grow anywhere there is moisture
- Can cause sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, cough and dry skin, and others
- Can be hidden behind drywall
Consider Testing if:
- You see water or water damage
- Have concerns about allergies/asthma
- Just want to be sure
PRICING
(done with home inspection)
$305
Lead Paint
- Is a concern for pre 1978 homes with kids ages 0-6 and pregnant women
- Causes neurological damage to kids
- Required for rental properties in MD and DC.
Consider Testing if:
- You are buying a pre 1978 Home
- Are going to be doing renovations to the pre 1978 home
- Are concerned about the safety of kids ages 0-6
PRICING
(depending on location and size of home)
Usually $320-$370
WATER TESTING
- Is required testing by lenders for homes with well water
- Detects contaminants in drinking water
- Helps determine if you need a water treatment system
- Can give insight into the health of the well system
Consider Testing if:
- You are buying a home that is on well water
- You want to have peace of mind about the well-water you are drinking
- You are concerned about contaminants in the water (salt runoff, bacteria, fertilizers)
- You are buying a pre-1987 house on public water (potential lead in pipes)
PRICING
(done with home inspection)
$275 for lender required testing for well water (making sure it’s safe to drink)
$145 for lead in water only
$195 for radium in water only
$135 salt water intrusion
$215 well flow
SEPTIC INSPECTION
Septic Evaluation
- Determines if the septic system needs to be pumped
- Determines if the septic system is leaking
- Is required by most lenders for homes on septic systems (not on public sewer)
Consider Testing if:
- Required by lenders if you have a septic system
- You are buying a home with a septic system
- Most home buyers with septic systems order a test since septic systems can run north of $18,000-80,000 to replace
PRICING
(depending on location and amount of digging required)
$325-$545+
TERMITES
Termite Inspection
- Required by most lenders
- Looks for damage to home from wood destroying insects (termites, carpenter bees, and others)
- Determines if treatment needs to be done to protect the home
- Termite damage is costly
Consider testing if:
- You are receiving a bank loan (most banks require it)
- You are concerned about termite infestation
- You see small bug wings on window-sills
- You have baseboards or floors that crumble under light pressure
PRICING
$95
ASBESTOS
- Determines if housing materials contain asbestos
- Causes lung damage
- Removal can be costly
Consider testing if:
- Your house was built before the 1980’s
- You are going to do renovations to a house built before the 1980’s
- If you have 9 inch square floor tiles
- If you have popcorn ceilings or ‘cast’ looking insulation around pipes
PRICING
$195 for one sample.
$95 for each additional sample.
SEWER SCOPE
- A video camera is snaked into the main sewer line
- Identifies main sewer line blockages between house and road
- Identifies deterioration of drain lines
- Provide information that can prevent flooding
Consider testing if:
- You have slow drains
- There are trees in or near your yard
- Your yard has standing water in it/is swampy/soggy/squishy
PRICING
$295 if there is access to the main cleanout.
Additional $225 if no access.
InfraRed Scan
- Used to determine hidden water leaks
- By seeing unexpected temperature differences, we know where to target-test for water in floor, ceiling, and walls using a moisture meter
- Indicates overheating electrical components
Consider testing if:
- You see water staining and want to be sure the leak has been eliminated
- You’re concerned that there might be hidden leaks
- If you see freshly painted surfaces and are concerned that they might be hiding damage
- You’re concerned about the safety of the electric panel
PRICING
$135 up to 2,500 square feet
Drug Residue Testing
- Leftover on a home’s interior surfaces after illicit drugs have been manufactured in a home.
- Residue from smoking crystal meth, pcp, and other drugs can remain on surfaces in a home
- Side effects of exposure can be dizziness, nausea, vomiting, headaches, and neurological problems
Consider testing if:
- Home has been vacant and might have had squatters in it
- You’re planning to move in without doing any renovations
- You are a landlord or property manager
PRICING
$225 for first wipe sample
Rental Property Inspections
- Baltimore City Rental properties must be inspected by a licensed home inspector who has been certified by the City.
- For the list of approved inspectors, click HERE
- City property inspections are required a year after the first licensing inspection and then every 2-3 years after that
- Baltimore County Rental properties must be inspected by a licensed home inspector every 3 years
Consider a rental inspection if:
- You have just bought an investment property and want to rent it out
- You are a property manager and need to get or keep multiple units into compliance
- You haven’t been in the property in several years or have a long-term tenant move out and new tenants moving in
PRICING
$95 for single unit inspections
Contact us for pricing for multi-family property pricing