Sunday, June 3, 2012

Home Inspection South Orange NJ 07079

Home Inspector South Orange NJ 07079
Essex County NJ

 G Warren Home Inspection
*The Company with the Money Back Guarantee
* Licensed Professional Inspectors for your Home inspection South Orange NJ  
* Affordable Prices
Service area - All Towns In Essex County


CALL FOR FREE PRICE QUOTE 
908-757-3400
WE WORK 7 DAYS A WEEK


To See a Sample New Jersey home inspection Report
http://www.gwarreninc.com/home-inspection.pdf


G. Warren Home Inspection Service Areas 
Middlesex County - All towns in Middlesex County 
Union County - All towns in Union County 
Somerset County - All towns in Somerset County
Essex County - All towns in Essex County 
Hunterdon county - Most towns in Hunterdon County 
Monmouth County - Most towns in Monmouth County
Morris County - Most towns in Morris County
Bergen County - Most towns in Bergen County
Hudson County - Most towns in Hudson County

G WARREN HOME INSPECTION, IS A FULL SERVICE COMPANY
Home inspection Termite inspection
Radon testing
Mold testing
Pool Inspection

Chimney Level Two inspection
In Ground oil tank search

Septic inspection
Soil Testing for Contamination



What's Included in a Home Inspection

EXTERIOR - grounds, sidewalks, driveway, foundation, siding, porches, decks, roof covering and condition, chimney, gutters, skylights, patios, vegetation too close to the house.

GARAGES - All garages will be inspected both on the exterior and interior. Also inspected the structure, all vehicle garage doors, other doors will be inspected for function and fire safety. The garage electrical system and outlets, walls, ceiling and attic will be inspected. To sum up, the complete garage will be inspected.

INTERIOR OF HOUSE - All rooms which included floors, walls, ceiling, trim work, stairs, windows, doors, lights, electrical outlets, all bathrooms and water fixtures, fireplaces, heat and a/c supply and returns.

KITCHEN - Structure, floor, walls ceiling, tile work, all cabinets, counter tops, drawers, stove, sink and sink plumbing, ventilation, all kitchen fixtures, electrical outlets, microwave, garbage disposal, the dishwasher will be run through a full cycle.

BATHROOMS - The bathroom will be inspected very carefully because water rots wood and the bathroom is where there is heavy water use. 
The bathroom inspection included, floor and tile work, walls and ceiling, toilet, sink, shower pan and tile work, bathtub and tile work around the tub, lights, water flow and pressure, cabinets and visible plumbing.

BASEMENT AND CRAWLSPACES - Structural, foundation floor, walls for cracks or damage, windows, main beams and floor joists, finished basements, water or moisture penetration, visible plumbing and visible electrical wiring.

PLUMBING - All visible plumbing lines will be inspected and given a water test when possible. Which means all bathroom and kitchen fixtures and laundry plumbing and drainage. Main water Line and shut off valve.  sump pumps will be inspected and tested when accessible and the type that can be tested by lifting the float.

HEATING and A/C SYSTEMS - The heating system will be run and tested for function and condition. This included the furnace function, filter and a heating supply in every room. The a/c system will be run and inspected
when possible, the a/c systems cannot be run in cold weather.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM -  The Main Line coming into the house, the electrical panel and visible wiring, electrical outlets and light function.

ATTIC AREA - Structure, flooring, rafters, roof decking, ventilation, Insulation, chimney and areas around the chimney, Inspect for water and visible moisture penetration. Any windows or vents and bathroom fan vent discharge area when possible.


Leak Testing An In Ground OIL Tank
Article By Gerald Warren


Inspector sees mold in the House 
 Even though mold is an environment condition and not included in a standard home inspection, if our inspector sees any mold like substance he will take a photo of the substance and put it in the home inspection report requesting that a mold inspection be conducted before the closing of title. When mold is noticed one can be sure there is a heavy moisture problem which most times is caused by a water leak or water intrusion into the house . Mold cannot grow without moisture so not only does the mold have to be cleaned out but the cause of the moisture must be found and eliminated. Growing mold in a home can cause some serious health problem such as, allergic reaction, running nose, red eyes, skin rash, sore throat, and in the lungs a constant cough is not unusual. The most common areas of mold is the attic, the bathrooms, the crawl space or basement and some times with a heavy water intrusion problem, mold can be found in the walls.

The bedroom that's always cold
If your heating system is forced hot air, and the return vent is in the hallway there is a good chance that there is no clearance under the bedroom door for the air to circulate.
To test if this is the problem leave the door open a little bit at night and see if that fixes the problem. If the heat functions properly with the door ajar, then the fix is simple , cut about 3/4 of an inch off the bottom of the door for air flow under the door. 
Member of NACHI and NJ-ALPHI

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Wednesday, May 30, 2012

Home Inspection Orange NJ 07050

Home Inspection Orange NJ 07050
Essex County NJ

 G Warren Home Inspection
*The Company with the Money Back Guarantee
* Licensed Professional Inspectors for your Home inspection Orange NJ  
* Affordable Prices
Service area - All Towns In Essex County




CALL FOR FREE PRICE QUOTE 
908-757-3400
WE WORK 7 DAYS A WEEK


To See a Sample New Jersey home inspection Report
http://www.gwarreninc.com/home-inspection.pdf


G. Warren Home Inspection Service Areas 
Middlesex County - All towns in Middlesex County 
Union County - All towns in Union County 
Somerset County - All towns in Somerset County
Essex County - All towns in Essex County 
Hunterdon county - Most towns in Hunterdon County 
Monmouth County - Most towns in Monmouth County
Morris County - Most towns in Morris County
Bergen County - Most towns in Bergen County
Hudson County - Most towns in Hudson County

G WARREN HOME INSPECTION, IS A FULL SERVICE COMPANY
Home inspection Termite inspection
Radon testing
Mold testing
Pool Inspection

Chimney Level Two inspection
In Ground oil tank search

Septic inspection
Soil Testing for Contamination

 
What's Included in a Home Inspection

EXTERIOR - grounds, sidewalks, driveway, foundation, siding, porches, decks, roof covering and condition, chimney, gutters, skylights, patios, vegetation too close to the house.

GARAGES - All garages will be inspected both on the exterior and interior. Also inspected the structure, all vehicle garage doors, other doors will be inspected for function and fire safety. The garage electrical system and outlets, walls, ceiling and attic will be inspected. To sum up, the complete garage will be inspected.

INTERIOR OF HOUSE - All rooms which included floors, walls, ceiling, trim work, stairs, windows, doors, lights, electrical outlets, all bathrooms and water fixtures, fireplaces, heat and a/c supply and returns.

KITCHEN - Structure, floor, walls ceiling, tile work, all cabinets, counter tops, drawers, stove, sink and sink plumbing, ventilation, all kitchen fixtures, electrical outlets, microwave, garbage disposal, the dishwasher will be run through a full cycle.

BATHROOMS - The bathroom will be inspected very carefully because water rots wood and the bathroom is where there is heavy water use. 
The bathroom inspection included, floor and tile work, walls and ceiling, toilet, sink, shower pan and tile work, bathtub and tile work around the tub, lights, water flow and pressure, cabinets and visible plumbing.

BASEMENT AND CRAWLSPACES - Structural, foundation floor, walls for cracks or damage, windows, main beams and floor joists, finished basements, water or moisture penetration, visible plumbing and visible electrical wiring.

PLUMBING - All visible plumbing lines will be inspected and given a water test when possible. Which means all bathroom and kitchen fixtures and laundry plumbing and drainage. Main water Line and shut off valve.  sump pumps will be inspected and tested when accessible and the type that can be tested by lifting the float.

HEATING and A/C SYSTEMS - The heating system will be run and tested for function and condition. This included the furnace function, filter and a heating supply in every room. The a/c system will be run and inspected
when possible, the a/c systems cannot be run in cold weather.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM -  The Main Line coming into the house, the electrical panel and visible wiring, electrical outlets and light function.

ATTIC AREA - Structure, flooring, rafters, roof decking, ventilation, Insulation, chimney and areas around the chimney, Inspect for water and visible moisture penetration. Any windows or vents and bathroom fan vent discharge area when possible.




Water Intrusion into the Home, The Hidden Enemy
Article By Gerald Warren
Member of NACHI and NJ-ALPHI


Buyers Real Estate and Home Inspection Tips 

  Under Ground Rainwater Drains Can Cause Basement Water Problems
A cracked or broken under ground elbow that is located right next to the
foundation can cause the same type water penetration into the basement
as a downspout discharging water right alongside the foundation. If
you have under ground drains and are seeing sighs of water or moisture
penetration in the basement in the area of a downspout, try the following.
Disconnect the downspout from the under ground drain, put a five foot
extension on the down spout and discharge the water on top of the ground.
Try that type discharge for a couple of months, if the wet basement area
dries up, there a good chance that you have a broken under ground elbow that is located right up against the foundation.
 A common problem of a damaged and leaking under ground drainage system is the drainage pipe at the downspout discharge point gets blocked with leaves and holds back water at the discharge point. 
The water laying in the pipe then freezes and cracks the pipe in cold weather. When this happens it's time to get out the shovel and start digging to make repairs. If your healthy enough to shovel, this job can be a do it yourself job.
Note, many time water or moisture in the corner of the basement is from the downspout discharging water right alongside the house in the that corner.
Article by Gerald Warren

What causes Mold in the House
Mold needs moisture or water to grow and become a health hazard. Mold in the natural environment is great, it breaks down dead organic matter such as leaves and dead trees, however, indoors mold can become a serious health hazard. Mold can make one very sick, some of the sighs of mold inhalation that is causing a health problem are the following: allergic reaction, running nose, red eyes, possible skin rash, these are just a few of the more common health reactions to mold contact. The more serious signs of mold health problems is irritation of the throat and lungs which can cause heavy constant coughing.
How to get rid of mold
Where there's mold,  there's a water or a moisture problem. First correct the possible leak, any heavy moisture problem or water penetration problem,  then clean up the mold.
If there is a lot of mold, say over 10 square feet you will need a professional to clean out the mold properly. if it's less than 10 square feet usually you can do it your self. The large home supply stores stock some very good mold clean up products. Caution if your going to do the job yourself make sure you wear a clean air breathing mask, wear protective gloves, goggles and protective clothing.
Heating and Air Conditioning Ducts Could be the Source of the Mold
The heating and A/C ducts is another area that should be checked when there is no visible signs of mold. Mold can stay in the ducts for years and not be discovered because no one ever looks in the ducts until there is a health problem. If there is mold in the ducts, you will need a mold clean up professional to clean the ducts properly. After the ducts are cleaned, the moisture problem in the ducts has to be found and corrected.



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Thursday, May 24, 2012

Home Inspection Newark NJ

Home Inspector Newark NJ
Essex County NJ

 G Warren Home Inspection
*The Company with the Money Back Guarantee
* Licensed Professional Inspectors for your Home inspection Newark NJ  
* Affordable Prices
Service area - All Towns In Essex County


CALL FOR FREE PRICE QUOTE 
908-757-3400
WE WORK 7 DAYS A WEEK


To See a Sample New Jersey home inspection Report
http://www.gwarreninc.com/home-inspection.pdf


G. Warren Home Inspection Service Areas 
Middlesex County - All towns in Middlesex County 
Union County - All towns in Union County 
Somerset County - All towns in Somerset County
Essex County - All towns in Essex County 
Hunterdon county - Most towns in Hunterdon County 
Monmouth County - Most towns in Monmouth County
Morris County - Most towns in Morris County
Bergen County - Most towns in Bergen County
Hudson County - Most towns in Hudson County

G WARREN HOME INSPECTION, IS A FULL SERVICE COMPANY
Home inspection Termite inspection
Radon testing
Mold testing
Pool Inspection

Chimney Level Two inspection
In Ground oil tank search

Septic inspection
Soil Testing for Contamination
 


What's Included in a Home Inspection
EXTERIOR - grounds, sidewalks, driveway, foundation, siding, porches, decks, roof covering and condition, chimney, gutters, skylights, patios, vegetation too close to the house. All areas will be inspected with a G Warren home inspection.

GARAGES - All garages will be inspected both on the exterior and interior. Also inspected the structure, all vehicle garage doors, other doors will be inspected for function and fire safety. The garage electrical system and outlets, walls, ceiling and attic will be inspected. To sum up, the complete garage will be inspected. If the garage is loaded with storage, we will recommend to protect the buyer that a full garage inspection be conducted after the storage is removed

INTERIOR OF HOUSE - All rooms which included floors, walls, ceiling, trim work, stairs, windows, doors, lights, electrical outlets, all bathrooms and water fixtures, fireplaces, heat and a/c supply and returns. All rooms will be inspected very carefully.

KITCHEN - Structure, floor, walls ceiling, tile work, all cabinets, counter tops, drawers, stove, sink and sink plumbing, ventilation, all kitchen fixtures, electrical outlets, microwave, garbage disposal, the dishwasher will be run through a full cycle. With a G Warren Inc. home inspection all appliances that are included in the sale will be tested, no extra charge.

BATHROOMS - The bathroom will be inspected very carefully because water rots wood and the bathroom is where there is heavy water use. 
The bathroom inspection included, floor and tile work, walls and ceiling, toilet, sink, shower pan and tile work, bathtub and tile work around the tub, lights, water flow and pressure, cabinets and visible plumbing. Water is the enemy, uncontrolled it will do damage and the bathrooms is where the water is in heavy use, therefore special attention will be paid to the water control and function when inspecting the bathrooms.

BASEMENT AND CRAWLSPACES - Structural, foundation floor, walls for cracks or damage, windows, main beams and floor joists, finished basements, water or moisture penetration, visible plumbing and visible electrical wiring. If there is one area that there could be problems it's in the crawl spaces, we will enter when possible and conduct a careful inspection.

PLUMBING - All visible plumbing lines will be inspected and given a water test when possible. Which means all bathroom and kitchen fixtures and laundry plumbing and drainage. Main water Line and shut off valve.  sump pumps will be inspected and tested when accessible and the type that can be tested by lifting the float.

HEATING and A/C SYSTEMS - The heating system will be run and tested for function and condition. This included the furnace function, filter and a heating supply in every room. The a/c system will be run and inspected
when possible, the a/c systems cannot be run in cold weather. If we cannot run the A/C unit because of the weather we will recommend in the report,  to obtain from the seller a one year home owner's warranty. With a warranty the buyer is protected and has recourse if the unit doesn't function in the hot weather.   

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM -  The Main Line coming into the house, the electrical panel and visible wiring, electrical outlets and light function.

In the older houses we will inspect to determine if the wiring has been up dated for safety

ATTIC AREA - Structure, flooring, rafters, roof decking, ventilation, Insulation, chimney and areas around the chimney, Inspect for water and visible moisture penetration. Any windows or vents and bathroom fan vent discharge area when possible


Things You Should Know Before Buying Real Estate
    Article By Gerald Warren
 
 
 

Buyers Real Estate and Home Inspection Tips 
A Common Cause of  Water Penetration Into the Basement
  One of the common causes of water and moisture in the basement is non directed
rain water from the downspouts. If there is water penetration and staining in the corner
of the basement there a good chance that it's being caused a downspout on the exterior of  the house discharging water right up alongside the foundation in that corner of the house.
Rain water downspouts should discharge the water by a downspout extension a least
four feet away from the foundation to help assure against water penetration into the basement. For ever one inch of rain about 800 gallons of water comes off the average
size roof, that a lot of water to be discharging alongside the basement. One of the major causes of water penetration into the basement is caused by downspout discharge to close to the foundation. And of all the different water problems causing water penetration into the basement , extending the downspouts discharge away from the foundation is the least expensive fix.
Note - water discharging right next to the foundation, over time will penetrate the house and can do some serious damage.
Fireplace Safety and Maintenance Tips
The following is five tips on fireplace safety and maintenance:
(1) Wood burning creates a build up of what is called creosote in the flue and fireplace. We recommend that a least once a year have the fireplace and flue cleaned by a professional chimney sweep.
(2) check the bricks and mortar in the fireplace for cracks or loose brick and deteriorated mortar. 
(3) Rain cap - recommend having a rain cap with a screen on the chimney to keep the rain and animals out of the chimney.
(4) Damper check - before lighting a fire always check to see if the damper is functional and open to let the smoke out.
(5) Wood - always try to burn good wood to keep the creosote buildup in the flue to  a minimum. Some of the popular good woods for fireplace burning are maple, oak, ash, birch. 
(5) The most dangerous thing about burning wood in a fireplace is a ember flying out of the fireplace onto the rug and starting a fire. For fire safety we recommend a spark guard to contain any flying embers. A spark guard is a fine screen that is specially designed to be placed in front of the fireplace that will arrest flying embers. In other words, don't light a fire in the fireplace without a fire screen especially if furniture and rugs are in the area.

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