by Pristine Home Inspections | Jan 22, 2014 | Radon, Radon Testing in Champaign IL
The worst part about radon exposure is the fact that you can’t smell, taste or see it, but it can still be present in your home, office, daycare facility or school. As we honor January as Radon Awareness Month and celebrate 30 years of Radon Awareness in 2014, it’s...
by Pristine Home Inspections | Dec 31, 2013 | Radon
This past summer, a statewide Minnesota building code was put in effect in order to reduce the risk of exposure to the cancer-causing agent known as radon. The code was initiated after a staggering 40 percent of the homes that were tested for radon came back at levels...
by Pristine Home Inspections | Dec 10, 2013 | Radon Testing in Champaign IL, Radon Testing in Daycare Centers
The odorless radioactive gas known as radon, the second leading cause of lung cancer in non-smokers, should be the last of a parent’s concern when dropping their child off at daycare; this is supposed to be a safe and loving space for a child when they are away from...
by Pristine Home Inspections | Nov 20, 2013 | Radon, Radon Testing in Champaign IL
As the cause of 21,000 deaths each year in the U.S., radon gas is a carcinogen that is officially the second most common cause of lung cancer, right after cigarette smoking. When it comes to radon exposure, there are levels which are considered to be acceptable by the...
by Pristine Home Inspections | Oct 21, 2013 | Choosing the Right Home Inspector in Mt. Zion, Inspections
Whether you are in the market for a new home or are looking to purchase additional property, real estate is a hefty investment. For this reason alone, it is imperative that you are educated on what your purchase entails. An investment in a home inspector is not nearly...
by Pristine Home Inspections | Sep 24, 2013 | Radon Testing in Champaign IL
When it comes to testing for radon, there is a big divide between those who believe in its negative effects on health and those who are convinced that the effects are either non-existent or very minimal. The primary reason why I first began testing homes was due to...
by Pristine Home Inspections | Jun 21, 2013 | Champaign, Inspections, Pristine Home Inspections
Most people go looking for homes that are move-in ready. While there are some people who are willing to invest the time and energy into fixer-uppers, the majority of house hunters want something they can walk right into and start living. For many of these people, the...
by Pristine Home Inspections | May 15, 2013 | Champaign, Mold, Mold Inspection, Uncategorized
Having mold in your home can be a major nightmare. It can spread like wildfire, from damp places like your basement, up through your kitchen and living area. It can also spread downward from the roof boards in your attic down to bedrooms and bathrooms. Before it’s too...
by Pristine Home Inspections | Apr 18, 2013 | Pristine Home Inspections
When perspective buyers get an inspection done a home, they’re usually looking for, “Ok looks great, nothing is wrong.” That, though, rarely happens. There’s always something that’s needed to be improved or something that isn’t up to code. Here are some common...
by Pristine Home Inspections | Mar 27, 2013 | Pristine Home Inspections
When you’re very interested in buying a home, one of the first things you mark off from your checklist is getting a home inspection. But what about getting an inspection before you sell your home? First, it’s never a bad idea to ever get your home inspected, even when...
