Envision Home Inspections
North Jerseys Best Home Inspector
What’s Included?
All inclusive Home Inspection experience
Buying a Home? We will make sure your new home is safe and habitable delivering a inclusive inspection experience. Lets face it, buying a home can be stressful. We plan on delivering Peace of mind to our clients. We achieve this by using state of the art tools and equipment. Your detailed inspection report will be delivered to you within 24 hours of the inspection and will contain all the important findings discussed during the inspection.
Some key features your inspection includes are
– Exterior Grading and Site review
– Exterior cladding examination
– Heating, Ventilation and Air conditioning inspection (HVAC)
– Level 1 Chimney Inspection
– Electric system examination
– Electrical panel and subpanel inspection
– Utility entrance review
– Attic and crawlspace safety Inspection
– Foundation/ Drainage Inspection
– Plumbing system inspection
– Functional Flow Test
– Thermal Inferred detection technology
– Roof Inspection
– Termite WDI Inspection
– Radon Test
Our Inspections follow the guidelines set by the New Jersey Standards of Practice.
Other Services
Sewer scope.
Did you know, if your home has public sewer you are responsible for the sewer line between the home and the street. We can do a video inspection of the line for you to make sure its unobstructed.
Septic tank Inspection
Septic inspections are recommended and performed by a septic expert. There are many types of tanks and systems. For example, there are some that have to be pumped out on a regular basis, which can add significant costs. Others have a leach field that can drain naturally. Determining what type of system is in place goes beyond the scope of a home inspection. However, we are happy to guide you in the right direction.
Oil tank sweep
As more city’s transition to natural gas. Oil tanks are being abandoned. There could be oil tanks hidden in the ground and if the tank leaks, the city may hold you liable. Avoid surprises with an oil tank sweep today.
Learn about Radon
Radon tests can be performed upon request. Radon is a radioactive gas. It comes from the natural decay of uranium that is found in nearly all soils. It typically moves up through the ground to the air above and into your home through cracks and other holes in the foundation. Your home traps radon inside, where it can build up. Any home may have a radon problem. A test consists of a special canister being left in the homes lowest point for a minimum of 48 hours. Once the time is up the canister is sent to a lab where the results are processed. According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), there is no known safe level of exposure to radon, and all levels pose some risk. However, the EPA recommends that homes be fixed if radon levels are 4 picocuries per liter (pCi/L) or higher, and that Americans consider fixing their homes for levels between 2 pCi/L and 4 pCi/L.
What is efflorescence?
Usually found in basements, efflorescence is a sign of moisture intrusion. It’s caused by soluble salts and other water-dispersible materials coming to the surface due to low temperatures, moist conditions, condensation, rain, dew, and water added to fresh concrete. When the crystals of these salts are exposed to dry air, they lose some or all of their water of crystallization, causing the surface to appear powdery. Efflorescence is usually white, yellow, or brown in color.
Things to look out for.
Did you know homes built prior to 1978 may have paint containing lead? If your home is of this age it is recommended to have your walls tested. It’s important to remember, lead paint is only a serious health risk when it’s disturbed– so you should not try to remove it yourself. Sanding, scraping, or exposing the area or too, much heat can create toxic fumes and poison you.
What is Asbestos?
Asbestos is a natural mineral made of invisible fibers that’s resistant to heat, fire, and chemicals. It’s been used in many industries for decades because of these properties, including in insulation (Vermiculite), fireproofing materials, automotive brakes, plaster wallboards and paper products. In 1989 the use of asbestos was banned by the EPA and the band has since been revoked only for specific uses mostly in the chlor-alkali industry. Asbestos exposure is known to cause lung cancer, mesothelioma and a long list of non- cancer related issues.
Our Goal
Dedicated to peace of mind.
Our inspectors are here for you. We go above and beyond to make sure our clients can purchase homes with confidence.
QUESTIONS?
Visit our frequent asked questions page or feel free to reach out anytime and someone will be there to assist you to answer all your questions!
