When Should You Test for Mold in Your Home?

When Should You Test for Mold in Your Home? When it comes to signs of water damage, there are so many that it can be easy to overlook. That’s why it’s important to take the time to identify potential issues once they arise. After all, a property that is plagued by water damage will be […]

How do You Know You Have Mold in Your House?

Testing for mold growth—ensuring a safe and healthy environment. The impact of mold has become a top concern for home owners across the country. While it is hard to know which spores you are exposed to, and how much it could really affect your health. Abundant research on both isolated cases and studies in large […]

Tips from the Experts: Improving Indoor Air Quality at Home

We at NextDay Inspect® have partnered with Porch to get you answers to common air quality questions from experts around our community. Read further for practical tips and information you can use to best decide your air quality needs! What are the Most Common Signs of Bad Indoor Air Quality? The most common sign of […]

Lead Facts

Did you know the following facts about lead?  FACT: Lead exposure can harm young children and babies even before they are born. FACT: Even children who seem healthy can have high levels of lead in their bodies. FACT: You can get lead in your body by breathing or swallowing lead dust, or by eating soil or […]

Air Quality in the Home

Some Facts about Air Quality in the Home Indoor air quality can be worse than that of outdoor air. Problems can arise from moisture, insects, pets, appliances, radon, materials used in household products and furnishings, smoke, and other sources. Effects range from minor annoyances to major health risks. Remedies include ventilation, cleaning, moisture control, inspections, […]

Household and Environmental Hazards

Moisture Related Hazards Mold spreading across the corner of a room, revealing a moisture problem. Hazards associated with damp environments or excessive water exposure: Algae: Microorganisms growing in damp areas, discolor shingles. Condensation: Water condensing on walls and ceilings due to humidity, controlled with ventilation. Fungal Wood Rot (Dry Rot): Caused by long-term exposure of wood to moisture […]

EMFs in the Home

Electromagnetic Fields by InterNACHI Can the electric and magnetic fields (EMFs) to which people are routinely exposed cause health effects? What are sources of EMFs, and when are they dangerous?  An “electromagnetic field” is a broad term which includes electric fields generated by charged particles in motion, and radiated fields, such as TVs, radios, hair dryers and […]

Asbestos: Facts and Tips for Home Inspectors and Homeowners

From InterNACHI What Is Asbestos?Asbestos is a mineral fiber that can be positively identified only with a special type of microscope. There are several types of asbestos fibers. In the past, asbestos was added to a variety of products to strengthen them and to provide heat insulation and fire resistance. InterNACHI inspectors can supplement their […]

Radon Testing in Residential Homes

Home Buyer’s and Seller’s Guide to Radon and Radon Mitigation Systems in Residential Homes The EPA recommends: If you are buying a home or selling your home, have it tested for radon. For a new home, ask if radon-resistant construction features were used and if the home has been tested. Fix the home if the radon level […]