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Indoor Air Quality Mold Testing
The Importance of Indoor Air Quality and Mold Testing During a Home Inspection When purchasing a home, it’s easy to focus on visible aspects like the layout, finishes, and curb appeal. But what about the unseen factors that could affect your health and your...
Radon: Protect your Family With a Healthy Home
Protecting Your Home and Family: The Dangers of Radon in Canada Radon is a colorless, odorless, and tasteless radioactive gas that is formed from the natural decay of uranium in soil, rock, and water. It is a naturally occurring gas that can seep into homes through...
Who Is The Best Real Estate Agent For Me?
How to find the Best Real Estate Agent on the Sunshine Coast, BC Securing the perfect real estate agent in Sechelt, Gibsons, Roberts Creek, Halfmoon Bay, and Pender Harbour is pivotal for anyone looking to navigate the property market successfully in these scenic...
Choosing The Best Home Inspector
Expert Tips for Choosing the Right Home Inspector on the Sunshine Coast, British Columbia Home inspectors play a crucial role in the real estate market on the Sunshine Coast, British Columbia. Whether you are buying or selling a home, a thorough inspection can provide...
Top 3 Ways We Inspect A Roof
Comprehensive Roof Inspection: Ensuring Safety and Accuracy At Examina Inspections, nestled in the heart of the Sunshine Coast, BC, we pride ourselves on a meticulous approach to roof inspections. We understand that a thorough examination of your roof is crucial in...
Homeowner’s Guide to Safely Hanging Exterior Christmas Lights
Embrace the Festive Spirit Safely The holiday season brings joy and cheer, and one of the most delightful traditions is adorning our homes with festive lights and decorations. However, before plunging into the magic of twinkling lights and colorful displays, it’s...
Resources
InspectAPedia.com®
Online encyclopedia of building & environmental inspection, testing, diagnosis, repair, & problem prevention advice – illustrated, detailed, authoritative research on finding, diagnosing, testing, correcting, & preventing building defects, energy conservation, & indoor environmental hazards. Unbiased information, no conflicts of interest.
The Building Intelligence Center assists home inspectors, commercial building inspectors, contractors, service technicians, insurance providers, home owners, and property managers in decoding the age of mechanical appliances such as furnaces, boilers, air conditioners, heat pumps, packaged rooftop units (RTU’s), packaged terminal air conditioners (PTAC’s), and water heaters.
Home Inspection Glossary
Are you unsure about a word or term? Use the form below to search InterNACHI’s Glossary of Home Inspection Terms
