Home Inspection - Commercial Property Inspection - Environmental Testing
Phone: (703) 450-6398
Text: (703) 350-4118
Roof & Attic
Our inspectors are trained to look closely at the roof and attic condition to identify any problem areas. Using an Eye Stick with GoPro Camera, our inspectors are able to safely inspect steep roofs with high elevation.
Foundation & Grading
Our inspectors are trained to look closely at the foundation and grading at the home to identify any concern areas that can lead to moisture penetration and mold growth.
Mechanical Systems
Our inspectors thoroughly evaluate all mechanical systems in the home including the Electrical Panel, HVAC, and Water Heater.
Appliances
Our inspectors will thoroughly inspect the appliances at the home and the laundry systems for proper operation and and determine what repairs or adjustments will be needed to ensure they work to their full potential.
Plumbing
Your plumbing system is put through rigorous testing during a home inspection. Inspectors thoroughly evaluate and test the faucets, drains, traps, vent stacks and vent pipes to ensure that the plumbing systems are well-maintained and working correctly.
Electrical
During a home inspection, your inspector will thoroughly review the safety and functionality of your electrical system. The inspector will check the outlets, switches and GFCI (ground-fault circuit interrupters) to ensure they are working as intended. Inspectors look for malfunctions or potential issues that may be a danger to residents.
What Makes Us Unique
Our goal is to protect our clients’ interests by providing a thorough inspection of the property. Safeguarding our clients’ investment is our priority.
Home inspectors at NextDay Inspect® are licensed and highly trained. Inspectors at NextDay Inspect® are ASHI Certified and InterNachi Certified and specialize in residential, commercial and new construction pre-drywall inspections.
Providing our clients with a detailed inspection report that is easy to understand is important. We want our clients to receive actionable information.
Environmental Specialists at NextDay Inspect® provide radon testing and mold testing services. Environmental Specialists are NRSB Certified and IAC2 Certified.
Inspection Service Information
Home Inspection
Home Inspection
Evaluating the different aspects of the interior and exterior of your property is at the core of the NextDay Inspect services. The NextDay Inspect inspector will evaluate all structural and system components of the house from bottom to top, from the foundation to the roof. There are numerous items that have to be evaluated by our inspectors during the home inspection, such as:
• Property Site; grading and landscape
• Electrical Systems; electric service drop, electric panel, electric branch circuits, and electric wiring
• Gutters, downspouts, and Drainage
• Foundation walls, beams, joists, studs, and building Structure
• Decks, Porches, exterior doors, gates, and fences
• Interior and exterior stairs and rails
• Basements and Crawl Spaces
• Ceilings, Floors, and Walls
• Attics; roof structure, insulation, ventilation, electrical, and plumbing
• Roofs; covering material, roof penetrations, chimneys, venting stacks, skylights, and areas of roof penetration with metal flashing to prevent water intrusion.
• Plumbing Systems; water supply and wastewater pipes
New Construction
New Construction
The inspectors at NextDay Inspect® are State Certified New Residential Structure (NRS) for performing inspections on new construction properties. Home Inspectors at NextDay Inspect® are licensed by the Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation (DPOR) and the Department of Labor, Licensing, and Regulation (DLLR).
Our philosophy with residential property inspections is to leave no stone left unturned, which means that all rooms and facilities will be thoroughly inspected. The general interior inspection will include checking the basement and crawl space to ensure that there is no problem with rainwater or excess moisture in these hard to reach areas.
There are four phases to the new home construction process.
• Foundation & Footing Inspection
• Pre-Drywall Inspection
• Final Walkthrough Inspection
•11th Month Warranty Inspection
The inspectors at NextDay Inspect® are certified and licensed to conduct an inspection for all four phases.
Deck Inspection
Deck Inspection
Whether you’ve built a deck yourself or hired a professional contractor, deck inspections are essential to ensure the safety and longevity of this great home entertainment structure. Our InterNACHI certified inspectors are trained to inspect your deck for critical safety features and structural durability.
Aspects the inspector will evaluate are a proper attachment to the home, adequate spacing for the deck boards, sufficient bracing underneath including infill spacing between balusters, secure posts and soil integrity, safe stair treads and graspable handrails, safe clearances from power lines electrical, and lighting features and more. Don’t let your outdoor gathering run the risk of being a potential disaster; schedule your stand-alone deck inspection today!
Thermal Imaging
Thermal Imaging
Thermal imaging helps the inspector to uncover problems that aren’t always visible to the human eye. The thermal camera employs a process that translates the heat signature in your home on a gradient scale, ranging from bright red to dark blue. Higher temperatures will translate as red, while darker colors are triggered by lower temperatures in wet areas.
In analyzing these images, the inspector can detect sources of energy loss, pinpoint dangerous electrical hot spots, flue leaks in the chimney that can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning, locate wood-destroying insects and detect moisture intrusion (which can be a catalyst for mold). In short, thermal imaging can be an important preventative measure in protecting your home from potential hazards.
Commercial Inspection
Commercial Inspection
At NextDay Inspect, our inspectors have the training, experience, and knowledge to perfectly inspect the commercial site. The commercial property can be of any kind such as an office building, warehouse, industrial facility, retail store, and shop. From top to bottom, our inspectors will thoroughly go over every aspect of the property to give you the most detailed and accurate report. These include:
• Roofing
• Foundation
• Footing
• Drainage and Grading Around the Building
• Framing and Building Envelope
• Heating and Air Conditioning Systems
• Plumbing
• Vertical Transportation
• Electrical Systems
• Fire Protection and Life Safety Systems
Pre-Listing Inspection
Pre-Listing Inspection
If you plan on selling your home, you might want to consider getting a pre-listing inspection. NextDay Inspect® offers pre-listing inspection will allow the seller to uncover any potential problems that can compromise the sale of the home. It’s not very different from the usual home inspections, but there are significant benefits to getting a pre-listing inspection done.
- Pricing
- By getting a pre-listing inspection done, the seller will be able to accurately priced their home as they will know the potential defects and can take care of them to improve the appeal of the house.
- Knowledge of Defects
- Generally, with a home inspection, the seller is not aware of the issues that are in their home. By getting a pre-listing inspection done, the seller will have full knowledge of their home’s defect.
- Make Repairs Ahead of Time
- The inspection report will indicate any defects or potential defects found during the inspection. The seller will be able to see which items need significant repair.
- Saves A lot of Time
- By getting a pre-listing inspection done, the seller will have more control over marketing their home. There are fewer inspection-related issues to negotiate, which in turn allows for a faster transaction.
Roof Inspection
Roof Inspection
The aspects the Inspector will evaluate the attic and roof structure of the home.
The Inspector will look for adequate fasteners in the attic and proper installation of roof sheathing within the attic. The Inspector will also look for any improper flashing around roof penetrations within the attic. The rafters and truss members within the attic will be evaluated for any deficiencies or alterations.
The roof covering materials will be evaluated, including the shingles, drip edge, and attachment to the sheathing. The roof will be evaluated for any bumps, buckling or otherwise uneven shingle placement.
Please understand there are some limitations, and we will not inspect every roof. Please contact the office for more details.
Environmental Service Information
Mold Testing
Mold Testing
Mold is organic growth in the building, moisture is the main cause of mold presence in a building. Therefore, at NextDay Inspect we provide both services; moisture evaluation and mold detection:
- Moisture Evaluations This constitutes a visual site evaluation of the areas you suspect of mold or moisture. Using a moisture meter and infrared camera, the inspector can help identify active leaks or areas with the potential for water intrusion. We will provide recommendations on how to correct these high-risk areas and help you decide if mold sampling would be beneficial at this time.
- Mold Sampling There are two classes of molding sampling;
(a) Swap & Bio-Tape
(b) Air Sampling
Air samples can be taken in each of your areas of concern. Laboratory analysis will indicate the types and amount of mold spores in the air if any. Swab samples can also be taken of visible growth on surfaces. The lab results will confirm whether or not the growth is mold, and provide details on the specific type and amount.
Radon Testing
Radon Testing
Radon is a radioactive gas that is known to cause severe health problems of which the most common is lung cancer. This gas can build up indoors, especially in the lower level of your home and put your family at risk. At NextDay Inspect, we offer Radon testing and provide recommendations for remediation in the case that the level of Radon is above the safe levels as stated by the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) to ensure that your property is safe.
Air Quality Testing
Air Quality Testing
Pollutants commonly found in indoor air can cause many harmful effects, there is considerable uncertainty about what concentrations or periods of exposure are necessary to produce specific health problems. People also react very differently to exposure to indoor air pollutants. It is prudent to try to improve the indoor air quality in your home even if symptoms are not noticeable.
Electromagnetic Testing
Electromagnetic Field Testing
At NextDay Inspect®, we offer electromagnetic field testing or EMF for short. EMF looks for exposure to high and low electromagnetic fields. The most common sources for high electromagnetic fields include proximity to power lines, transformers or appliances, and flaws in the internal building’s wiring system and stray currents on utility pipes. Exposure to high levels of EMF can cause serious health issues. We use the latest technology to help you detect where there are high levels of EMF in your house.
Termite Inspection
Termite Inspection
When purchasing a property, it is always good to make sure to get a Wood Destroying Organism Inspection, or more commonly known, a termite inspection as they can cause major structural damage to the property. Our termite inspector will look for any current and previous signs of termite or other wood destroying organism in the property.
Water Quality Testing
Water Quality Testing
Water Quality testing will help determine if the water is safe to drink. Water quality has a profound effect on our health. We will also check for water turbidity, which is the clarity of the water. This is an important factor in water quality.
Water Flow Testing
Water Flow Testing
Water flow at a residential property is an important measure to provide comfortable living while preserving a precious resource. Inadequate water flow may lead to frustration and upset or unsanitary living conditions, while excessive water flow might lead to wasted water unnecessarily.
Asbestos Testing
Asbestos Testing
Asbestos is a group of naturally occurring silicates. They have properties that make them useful for insulation or binding materials in buildings. When asbestos becomes damaged or disturbed, the asbestos fibers become airborne and can be inhaled. When inhaled, they enter the respiratory tracts and damage the lungs by leaving scars in the lung tissues. We provide asbestos testing to determine whether a material in your home contains asbestos.
Post-Inspection Assistance
We help our clients after the home inspection is complete. We invite our clients to a Free Lifetime account to Home Binder, a digital home maintenance binder. Home maintenance books and home warranties are available for purchase. We have a dedicated staff to answer your questions.
Residential & Commercial Inspections
Explore The Home Inspection Reports
The reports will include:
- Descriptions of various systems and components of the property
- Condition of the various systems and components of the property
- The implication of the defective condition
- Recommendation to the client addressing the defects
Report Writing Standards
The inspector reports are written under the Standard of Practice (SOP) of the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) and the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI).
Video Library
We are passionate about educating our clients. We can help you at your home by inspecting it for potential problems and providing guidance on how to take care of it. Watch our video library to learn more about the ways we can help you at your home!
Platinum Roof Protection Plan (5 Years)
For a period of 5 years following the home inspection, this warranty protects against new leaks in the roof of the home. After deductible, repair costs are covered up to $3,000.
90-Day Warranty
You need more than just a home inspection, you need the professionals that you can depend on even after the job is done. That’s why we back all of our inspections with a 90-day Limited Structural and Mechanical Warranty. Structural coverage up to $2,000 and Mechanical coverage up to $500.
MoldSafe
We offer way more than just a home inspection! If mold is found in your home, that was not present at the time of inspection, you are covered for remediation up to $2,000.
Sewer|Gard
We have Sewer Line Protection from SewerGard – the world leader in underground repair coverage. Buy with confidence and worry less knowing that main water and sewer collapses and breaks are covered, up to $4,000.
Porch 90 Day Inspection Guarantee
If an inspector performs a full home inspection for you in compliance with the inspector’s designated standards of practice, and you later find a deficiency that was required to be inspected and is not in the original home inspection report, then Porch will reimburse you as described below, up to the cost of the inspection fee ($1000 maximum).