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How Radon Accumulates in Homes and What Homeowners Should Do About It
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), radon gas is responsible for about 21,000 lung cancer deaths every single year in the United States. It is the top cause of lung cancer for people who do not smoke. The scariest part is that you cannot see,…
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Foundation Inspection in Chicago: How Heat and Dry Summers Stress Structures
Hot, dry summer spells can quietly inflict massive damage underneath your home. In recent years, fluctuating Midwest weather patterns have led to extended droughts and intense heat waves across Illinois. For a property owner, this seasonal heat isn’t just an inconvenience to…
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Termite Inspection for Condos: What Every Condo Owner Should Know
Many people choose condominium living specifically to escape the heavy maintenance burdens of a traditional standalone house. It is easy to think that if your unit sits on the third floor of a concrete and steel building, you are completely safe from wood-destroying pests. The…
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Asbestos and Lead Paint in Chicago’s Older Homes: When to Test Before Renovating
Asbestos and lead paint were the gold standards of construction for decades in the Windy City. Disturbing these materials sends invisible dust into your air ducts and carpets. Once these fibers or lead particles are in your lungs, the damage is often permanent. This blog will…
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Chicagoland Home Buying Season: 10 Things Your Home Inspector Wants You to Know This Summer
Summer is one of the busiest times for real estate in the Chicago area. It may seem like the perfect season to buy, but it can also hide problems that become expensive later. That’s why understanding a few smart home inspection tips in chicagoland summer can make a huge…
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Radon Testing in Chicagoland: Why Every Basement Buyer Should Test
You cannot see it. You cannot smell it. You certainly cannot taste it. Yet, radon gas causes the second-highest number of lung cancer cases in the United States. Only cigarette smoking is more dangerous for your lungs. The EPA estimates that nearly 21,000 people die every year…
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Water Testing in Chicagoland: Should You Test for Lead, Bacteria, or Both
Chicago has a bigger lead problem than any other city in the United States. There are roughly 400,000 plus lead service lines still buried under our streets and yards. It means if your home was built before 1986, there is a very high chance your water is touching lead before…
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Asbestos Testing in Chicago: What to Know Before Renovating an Older Home
Thinking about updating an older home in Chicago? It’s not always as simple as picking up tools and getting started. A lot of homes built before the 1980s still have materials that may contain asbestos, especially in things like old flooring, insulation, or ceiling finishes. The…
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New Construction Nightmares: Why “Builder Grade” Isn’t Always Best
A brand-new home should mean fewer problems, right? Everything is new, untouched, and built to current standards. It’s easy to assume there’s nothing to worry about and skip an inspection altogether. But new doesn’t always mean perfect. Construction moves fast, multiple crews…
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It’s More Than A Musty Smell in Your House
Perhaps it’s happened to you: you and your buyer arrive at a showing and the home has been empty for some time. You open the door and there’s a musty smell in the home that hits you like a wave. Some may choose to ignore it, but brushing off a room that smells musty can... The…