About Us

Empowerment through education.

At Envision our goal is to provide valuable information, educating you on your home purchase.

Click through the tabs below to learn about popular home topics

There are many types and configurations of exhaust systems. The type of exhaust should be chosen based off the fuel being burned. For example a wood burning fireplace required a type A exhaust. Type A can be a masonry chimney with a clay flue or high quality stainless steel. Each type of exhaust system has different standards and heat thresholds. This is just one of the many reasons why its important to hire a home inspector.

Brick veneer is a construction technique where a single layer of brick is used as an exterior finish over a non-brick structural wall. Unlike a solid brick wall, which is load-bearing and forms the main structural component of the building, a brick veneer wall is primarily decorative and is attached to the structural framework of the building.

EFIS (Exterior insulation finishing system) often called synthetic stucco, is a multilayered exterior cladding system that also provides insulating value. These systems are most popular in commercial structures but have been gaining popularity in the residential sector. EFIS systems are versatile and can be shaped to look like many other cladding systems. Although EFIS has some great qualities that make it better then traditional stucco, there are some drawbacks. Moisture can get trapped between the layers and cause mold or mildew to form. Also EFIS is relatively fragile and can be damaged from debris impact during a wind storm.

CREATOR: gd-jpeg v1.0 (using IJG JPEG v62), default quality

There are many types of HVAC systems but the two most popular are the split system furnace and the heat pump. Both these systems circulate Hot or cold air throughout the home Via air ducts. The Biggest difference between the two is how the heat setting works. In a furnace, there is usually a natural gas piolet flame in the heat exchanger warming the air as it passes though. In a Heat pump the A/C system works in reverse to heat the supply air.

Over 3,000 products contain Asbestos! If your home was built before 1970 it is extremely likely your home contains asbestos. However there is no true cut off year. Below is a example of 9 by 9 asbestos flooring and siding.

There are many types and configurations of septic systems. In New Jersey engineers design a system custom tailored to the property and its unique characteristics. The plans are then executed by a contractor. The city keeps records of the plans. Pulling these records and inspecting the septic falls outside the scope of a home inspection. If you are purchasing a home with a septic tank we recommend you have a septic tank inspection done before closing.

Home Inspection Process

Pick a date

Congratulations! The hard part is already done. You have chosen a prospective property! Once a time and date has been established we will send you a Pre-Inspection agreement for you to sign.

Meet your inspector

The inspector will introduce his self and the inspection will begin!

Macro inspection

First, we will walk the property. We will take pictures of general areas and look at the big picture.

Micro Inspection

We look at all systems and components in grave detail getting key information like date of water heater take not of it in are software.

Inspection Recap

The inspection has concluded and we will debrief you on the found defects. The report will be sent to you via email within 24hrs.

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 so 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.

Nico Bianco

Home Inspector License- 24GI00249400

Radon Measurement Technician License – MET15834

Nico’s fascination with structures and building construction was evident from an early age spending countless hours building Lego creations. This childhood passion blossomed into a lifelong commitment to understanding the intricacies of homes, from the foundation to the roof. With so much to learn Nico enrolled in The Nj Academy Of Home Inspectors where he got a breakdown of all the trades in grave detail. Now he Serves the New Jersey community protecting home buyers by educating them on their new home purchase.

Contact