Only 15 more days to take advantage of the Holiday Discount! 10% off any inspection booked until January 15, 2019.* Book By Jan 15 to get your discount! (818) 353-2885 We offer: • General physical inspection of houses, townhomes /condos. • Property Condition Assessments on all types of commercial properties. • Limited Building […]
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It is vital to have a qualified Real Estate Inspector on the team, certified by ASHI, CREIA preferably a Master CREIA Inspector or CMI.
Property Inspectors vs. Specialists
Why do inspectors always recommend specialists? Our purpose as general inspectors is to look for defects, flag them and then recommend the appropriate specialist(s) for further evaluation. If we were to do the specialty inspection on every part of the structure, we would be there a good portion of the day and charge much more. […]
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Our Holiday Gift to You Mention this postcard to receive 10% off any inspection booked between Dec 1, 2018 through January 15, 2019.* From Your Real Estate Inspection Team Robert, Mike, Jerry, Ryan & Jim Cecilia, Joceline & Jeniffer (818) 353-2885
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About Mold Inspections Not all mold, mildew and environmental impurities pose a threat. Obviously, no one can know what kind of fungus is present, or the degree of harm it may cause, without laboratory testing. That’s where we come in. Mold is typically found in areas with poor air circulation (attics, crawl spaces, basements) or […]
Continue readingCommercial vs. Residential
Commercial Property Condition Assessments vs. Residential Inspections The approach when inspecting a residential building should be significantly different than when assessing a commercial structure. On a residential inspection, an inspector will follow the guidelines of CREIA (California Real Estate Inspection Association) or ASHI (American Society of Home Inspectors). The procedure involves examining systems or portions […]
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This is a reminder not to wait until the rainy season to call a roofer. That’s about the same time everyone else needs a roofer and when they are the busiest. The rainy season usually begins in the fall. Due to the sudden need for a good roofer, fees rise with the increase in demand. […]
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Building Maintenance Tips for Summer Air conditioner As spring turns into summer and temperatures rise outside, so do the use of air conditioners. With just basic regular maintenance, building occupants won’t be caught off guard and subjected to sweltering heat. Change the filter regularly—every three months is considered standard. But the more the air conditioner […]
Continue readingHome Energy Audits
According to the US Department of Energy, energy is the highest annual cost to a homeowner! What is a Home Energy Audit? A Home Energy Audit will rate the home’s energy efficiency on a 1-10 scale (5 being the national average). This is an assessment of your home’s energy use and what improvements can be made […]
Continue readingWhy you should get an inspection before listing your properties
More and more real estate agents are asking their clients to get a physical inspection before putting a property on the market. Benefits to a pre-listing inspection by a competent inspector: A pre-listing inspection is ideal for as-is sales. If your seller has already declared they will not do any repairs on the property, you […]
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We’re #1 on Expertise.com We were selected by expertise.com to be included in their Top 20 inspection companies in the Los Angeles area. In fact, we are listed first! They rate inspection companies with the following criteria: 1. Reputation 2. Credibility 3. Experience 4. Availability 5. Professionalism We happily accept the honor! Check out the […]
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