Wind Mitigation Reports Save $$ on Insurance.  How To Get One FREE!

A Uniform Wind Mitigation Verification Report can save Home Owners and Home Buyers up to 45% off of the windstorm coverage on their Home Owner's Insurance!  

This inspection verifies the quality and integrity of the home's construction (roof & structure) and the level of protection installed for all doors and windows from wind born debris.  Based on the observations of the Home Inspector, the Home Owner or Buyer can obtain "credits" towards their insurance premiums. 

The typical cost of this type of inspection is $75-150.  The potential savings on insurance premiums would pay for the inspection cost instantly!  

But Wait!  There's More!  

For a limited time, Kross Inspectors is offering a Wind Mitigation Inspection for FREE with all Full Home Inspections!  

Schedule a Full Home Inspection between now and 10/31/2011 and we will include a Wind Mitigation Inspection for FREE!  

Appointments available with only 24 Hour notice.  Call                         (239) 677-4403             for more information or visit www.krossinspectors.com.

*Not available with any other discount or offer.  Offer expires 10/31/2011.

Got Mold?  Frequently Asked Questions:

Q:  How do I know if a home has a mold problem?

A:  First of all, every home contains at least some mold.  Mold presence is a natural occurrence in the atmosphere, which is often elevated in climate locations with higher temperatures and humidity.  There are a few approaches to take in order to determine if a home actually has a mold problem:

                         1)  Performing a visual search for surface mold.  If mold is found on surfaces within the interior of the                                                                                                                              home, then the  next step is to consult with a Licensed Mold Remediator for corrective measures. If mold is not visible, then;

                         2)  An air quality survey is the best method in determining if a home has a "hidden" mold problem.  An air quality survey simply involves sampling the atmosphere within the home and and comparing it in a laboratory with a sample of air from the exterior of the home.  The analysis determines if the mold spore count within the interior of the home is  "elevated" compared to the natural mold spore count from the exterior.  

Q:  Why does mold grow inside a home?

A:  Mold is part of the natural environment.  Mold is introduced to the interior of the home easily when doors and windows are opened.  Mold is also carried inside on our bodies when we enter the home.  However, once mold is introduced to the interior of the home, it needs a moist environment to survive and reproduce. 

Q:  How can I keep mold from growing inside a home?

A:  Since moisture is required for mold to survive and grow, maintaining the interior atmosphere within the home is key to prevention.  Air conditioning is the best way to reduce the moisture content within the home's atmosphere.  Also, correcting any water leaks quickly will help eliminate ideal breeding grounds for mold (such as window leaks, roof leaks, plumbing leaks, etc.).  

Q:  Can mold cause health problems?  

A:  Mold has the potential to cause health problems as it produces allergens that often cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.  Typical reactions are sneezing, runny nose, red eyes, and skin rashes.  However, it should be noted that the more sensitive an individual is (for example asthmatic persons), the more severe these symptoms can be.  Furthermore, there are certain types of mold that are toxic. 

Q:  How can I correct a mold problem?  

A:  First, the mold and affected surfaces must be removed and/or cleaned.  Second, the source of the moisture which promoted the growth of the mold must be corrected.  Cleaning the mold without correcting the source of the moisture simply invites more mold to grow.  

To find out more about Mold and how to protect yourself from purchasing a potential "MOLD Trap", contact one of our Licensed Mold Assessors at                         (239) 677-4403             or visit www.krossinspectors.com/mold.  

Name That Deficiency!

It's your turn to be the Inspector!

Each week, we offer Consumers and Real Estate Professionals the chance to  "Stand in the Inspector's shoes!"

At the end of each Inspection, our Inspectors give the Clients and Realtors a "Walk Through" in order to offer maintenance tips and to point out items observed during the Inspection.  Often these items are not so obvious to the untrained eye!

Test your Inspection skills by taking a look at the photo below:

Take a moment to review the photo above.  Enter your guess as to what deficiency is showing in the photo by clicking on the photo or email Inspector@krossinspectors.com (Clicking on the photo will take you to our site where you can view a larger image).

Good Luck!  This week's winner will receive a roll over prize a $25 Starbucks Gift Card!

$50 OFF!