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Kross Inspectors Newsletter 9/4/2018

September 4th, 2018 7:59 PM

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Got Mold?
Got Radon?
Want $75 OFF?

The only way to know is to test!

Our most popular Inspection Package includes Mold and Radon testing with HUGE savings!

Now, we make the savings even better! For a limited time, we are offering $75 OFF our Environmental Home Purchase Package!

Call

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Dryer Vent Needs Attention!

Did you know one of the first signs of trouble in your dryer exhaust vent is longer drying times?

Yes, this is the first sign of blockage in a dryer vent needing immediate attention.

Not only do clogged dyer vents cause longer drying times, using more energy, but they also pose a significant safety hazard!

The National Fire Protection Association estimates one out of every 22 home fires involved Dryers or Washing Machines! (CLICK HERE for more safety information from the NFPA.)

Home Buyers should plan on cleaning the dryer vent as soon as they take possession of their new home. Annual cleaning is recommended by the NFPA (and more often in homes with heavy usage).

Name That Deficiency Contest!

Kross Inspectors invites you to be the Inspector!

Take a moment to review the photo below and tell us what's wrong!

This week's winner will receive a $25 Bass Pro Shops Gift Card!

Congratulations to last week's winner, Jill Simons. Jill was the first to guess "restricted access to electrical panel"!

*CLICK HERE for official contest rules.

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Kross Inspectors Newsletter 8/20/2018

August 20th, 2018 7:46 AM

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Pool Inspection Protocol

As the largest Inspection firm in Florida, Kross Inspectors ALWAYS includes an evaluation of the swimming pool and associated equipment with our Home Purchase Inspections...for FREE!

A swimming pool is a very popular feature of a home in Florida, with the best part being we can use it year round for relaxation, exercise and entertaining!

Our Inspectors are trained in performing basic visual inspections of pool structures and physical testing of the associated equipment (pumps, water features, spas, heaters, remotes, etc.). Our Pool Inspection Protocol includes:

Structure (Damage, settlement, visible leaks, etc.)
Pool Deck (Damage, settlement, etc.)
Timer/Remote Control Operation
Pool Pump (Damage, leaks, excessive vibration/noise, etc.)
Pool Heater (Basic operation by engaging the system.)
Solar Panels (Attic and roof inspection looking for visible damage or leaks.)
Water Features (Operation with home owner controls and inspection of exposed piping for leaks.)
Screen Enclosure (Screens, framing, and tie downs.)

Of course, there are limitations placed on this part of our Home Inspection due to time constraints and the Inspector's level of expertise. Keep in mind a Home Inspector is a Generalist and reports on visible deficiencies which may require further analysis and review by a specialist in that component. The swimming pool Inspection comes with the following limitations:

Equipment: As experienced home owners with pools ourselves, we know pool equipment (pumps, heaters, solar panels, remotes, etc.) WILL fail without any advanced warning. That is, it may work at the time of the Inspection, but Inspectors CANNOT guarantee future performance. This is something every pool owner should be aware of and accept and plan for as responsibility of ownership.
Pool Heaters: Although a pool heater may be functional at the time of the Inspection, it is impossible for a Home Inspector to determine efficiency within the time allotted. (For example, it typically takes an electric pool heater 24-72 hours to raise the water temperature 20 degrees!) A pool heater technician may be required in order to evaluate efficiency of the system. Further, a licensed pool heater technician uses specialized equipment which may find certain elements of the system are failing, even though it appears to be functional.

As we mentioned, Kross Inspectors offers the Pool Inspection as part of our Home Inspection without any additional cost, while other Inspectors charge extra. Keep in mind the same limitations apply whether you pay extra to any Home Inspector, unless the additional service is performed by a Florida Licensed Pool Contractor and guarantees are in writing. Furthermore, we encourage all Home Buyers to invest in a Home Warranty. Be sure to ask if the warranty covers the pool and equipment! (Ask your Realtor for more details.)

For more information or a FREE Pre Inspection consultation, CLICK HERE or Call (239) 677-4403

August Discount

$75 OFF Inspection Fees*

For the month of August, just ask!

We will add a $75 credit to invoices for the following Inspections:

Home/Condo Purchase Inspection
Chinese Drywall Inspection
Environmental Purchase Inspection Package

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Short Inspection Period?

Scheduling Options

We understand short Inspection Periods on Contracts:

Phones Answered Daily From 8AM - 8PM
CLICK HERE to Schedule 24/7 (Don't forget to mention the $75 Off for newsletter subscribers!)
Next Day Appointments Available
Final Reports Delivered ON SITE via Email

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or Call

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Weekly Contest

Name That Deficiency! Win a $50 Publix Gift Card!

It's your turn to be the Inspector!

ROLLOVER PRIZE!! We have yet to receive the correct answer to our last contest.

Take a moment to review the photo below and send us your best guess!

Kross Inspectors Name That Deficiency Contest

Enter your deficiency guess by replying to this newsletter or click on the photo in order to view a larger image online.

Rollover Prize! No Winner Last Week! This week's winner will receive a $50 Publix Gift Card!

First Clue: The wiring in the background is not the problem! (Those are cable and telephone wires.)

*CLICK HERE for Kross Inspectors contest rules.

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Kross Inspectors Commercial Newsletter 8/13/2018

August 13th, 2018 8:01 PM

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Commercial Property Due Diligence Update 8/13/2018

Commercial Services Offered

Kross Inspectors offers the following commercial due diligence services:

PCA (Building Inspections)
Phase I Environmental Site Assessments
ADA Compliance Surveys
Building Plans/Specs Review
Permit Reviews
Code Property Inspections
Code Violation Lien Searches
and MORE....

CLICK HERE or call
(877) 496-4662

Ask about how to receive a $500 credit for multiple services!

Most Common ADA Compliance Violation

ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) violations are found on nearly 100% of all properties inspected by Kross Inspectors!

This is true, even with new construction as some very minor details are missed by the Contractor involved, even if a pre construction survey may have been completed!

Did you know there are groups out there targeting properties in order to file complaints based on even the smallest detail missed?

Did you know that the average ADA complaint costs business and property owners an average of $45,000 in settlement costs?

Did you know that a simple survey of the property with a documented report by an Expert can help avoid the aggravation and legal expenses involved?

Well, now you know the facts.

And here is another very important fact to remember for the month of August: Kross Inspectors is committed to helping our Clients achieve a goal of 100% compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act by offering FREE ADA Compliance Surveys with every Commercial Property Inspection.

Our firm has performed hundreds of ADA Compliance surveys throughout the Southeastern United States and here are some more quick and interesting findings based on those surveys:

Average number of violations found per property surveyed by Kross Inspectors = 3
Average cost of correcting violations found by Kross Inspectors = $500
Percentage of violations found to be the Property Owner's responsibility rather than the Business Owner's = 75%

For more information or a quote, please CLICK HERE or call (877) 496-4662

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Kross Inspectors Newsletter 7/23/2018

July 23rd, 2018 7:06 PM

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Florida's Leading Provider of Residential and Commercial Property Inspections

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$75 OFF Inspections!

July Special!

Home Inspection
Condo Inspection
Chinese Drywall Inspection

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Name That Deficiency Contest

It's your turn to be the Inspector!

Take a close look at the photo above and tell us what you think is wrong!

Click on the photo to view a larger image online, or reply to this newsletter to enter your guess!

The First Correct Answer Will Receive a $25 Publix Gift Card!

Congratulations to last week's winner, Lori Campbell...Lori was the first to guess (loose mirror)! Lori won a $25 Target Gift Card!

CLICK HERE for official contest rules.

Mold & Radon - The Hidden Problems!

For 11 years now, Kross Inspectors has offered the most comprehensive Standard Home Inspection available!

Although our Standard Home Inspection includes a visual search for moisture intrusion and surface Mold, it cannot report on an airborne Mold problem as that requires testing.

Same goes with Radon. Radon is an invisible, odorless, and colorless gas. The only way to tell if Radon is elevated in a property is to test.

When describing our services to new Clients, many have opted to upgrade their Home Inspection to include reviewing these hidden problems!

In 2011, Kross Inspectors was the FIRST to offer the most comprehensive PACKAGE Inspection to include not only everything we cover in our typical Standard Inspection, but Mold and Radon testing as well....FOR NEARLY $1,000 OFF having every Inspection and Test performed separate!

Environmental Home Purchase PKG from Kross Inspectors

Our Environmental Home Purchase Package Includes:

Standard Home Inspection (Exterior, Structure, Roof, Interior, Insulation/Ventilation, Appliances, Heating/Cooling, Electrical, Plumbing, and Wind Mitigation)
Four Point Insurance Inspection (For Homes 30 Years or Older)
Mold Air Quality Survey
Radon Test
Inspection Reports Delivered On Site!
Laboratory Reports Delivered by End of 2nd Business Day!

With quick appointment scheduling available, we can meet the shortest of deadlines imposed by Contract Inspection Periods!

Save Even More Money In July!

$100 OFF our Environmental Home Purchase Package! (Only for Readers of this Newsletter - Please Ask for It!)

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(239) 677-4403

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Kross Inspectors Commercial Newsletter 7/18/2018

July 18th, 2018 6:14 PM

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Lender Approved Phase I Environmental Site Assessments

With an easy to read report conforming to current ASTM Standards, Kross Inspectors reports are accepted by commercial lenders when required for Real Estate Transactions!

Why a Phase I ESA From Kross?

Fastest Turnaround Times (5-7 Business Days): With research being performed in house, we do not have to wait for data to be returned from third party vendors.
Experience: Kross Inspectors performs more Phase I ESAs with Property Condition Assessments than any other firm in Florida!
Flexible Scheduling: Inspector Team dispatching available with 1-2 day notice. (Properties up to 100,000 Square Feet)
Easy To Read Reports: Lenders and Investors appreciate the simple Executive Summary identifying items requiring attention with clickable links to report sections containing more information.
Multiple Services/ONE COMPANY: Not only can Kross Inspectors provide the Phase I ESA, but we can provide a full range of Inspection Services from Property Condition Assessments to ADA Compliance Surveys!
DISCOUNTS!: Our overhead is reduced when performing multiple services at the same time. Kross Inspectors passes on the savings to Clients! Ask how to obtain a $500 credit on your Invoice!

With a full team of Inspectors available to perform Commercial Property Due Diligence Services, Kross Inspectors can handle all of your needs with only one CLICK or phone call!

Building Inspection (Property Condition Assessment)
Phase I Environmental Site Assessment
ADA Compliance Survey
Florida Mandatory Radon Testing
And More.....

(877) 496-4662

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Kross Inspectors Newsletter 7/18/2018

July 18th, 2018 5:59 PM

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Buyer Beware - Increase of FALSE Positive Chinese Drywall Homes!

As many of you know, Kross Inspectors was the first company to develop a proven protocol and offer Chinese Drywall Inspections in late 2008!

Since then, our firm has performed well over 28,000 of these Inspections, making our team THE experts in identifying homes affected by Problem Drywall.

No other firm in the country has the experience of Kross Inspectors. With that, we have discovered, yet again, a large increase of other Inspectors erring on the side of caution and identifying homes as being Positive for containing Chinese Drywall, when in fact the symptoms they are seeing are caused by other common and easily remedied problems!

In the past week alone, Realtors throughout Florida have reached out to Kross Inspectors more than 10 times on behalf of their Clients in order to obtain second opinions. In nearly 100% of those cases, our Experienced Inspectors were able to identify the homes DID NOT contain Chinese Drywall, but

Chinese Drywall Inspections by Kross Inspectors

showed similar symptoms due to excessive sulfur gases being distributed by the plumbing system! In these situations, the fix costs less than $300, far less than the stress and costly ordeal of having to gut the home!

Not only did Kross Inspectors save the day for these Buyers, Sellers, and Real Estate Professionals, but the Realtors learned a valuable lesson. They now refer Kross Inspectors to their Home Buyers as we INCLUDE Chinese Drywall Inspections with all of our Home Inspections on homes built from 2001 through 2010! This saves all parties from having to pay double when inexperienced Inspectors cast a shadow of doubt on the property! (And reduces the stress level by knowing right away and not having to second guess anyone!)

Special Offer For Newsletter Subscribers!

For a limited time, receive $75 OFF our already competitive Inspection Fees! Simply mention this newsletter!

CLICK HERE or call (239) 677-4403

Next Day Appointments Available!

*Offer valid for Full Home Inspections, Condo Inspections, Chinese Drywall Inspections, and Environmental Purchase Packages only. Not valid with any other offer or discount.

Summertime MOLD!

Environmental Packages Know Your New Home's Environment!

Summertime is here! With summertime, comes increased humidity in Florida. With increased humidity, comes excellent opportunities for Mold to grow!

Don't take shortcuts in your Home Inspection! Save hundreds of dollars with our Environmental Home Purchase Package!

SPECIAL OFFER FOR NEWSLETTER SUBSCRIBER REFERRALS!

$100 OFF OUR ENVIRONMENTAL PACKAGE THROUGH 7/31/2018! JUST ASK!

Environmental Package by Kross Inspectors

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(239) 677-4403

Summer Schedule

Flexible Hours

With extended daylight hours, we offer a wide choice of hours in order to assist with your busy schedule!

Available Appointment Times:

8:00 AM
9:00 AM
1:00 PM
2:00 PM

Appointments are available as soon as next business day! (Phones and email are monitored from 8 AM until 8 PM daily!)

Call (239) 677-4403

Weekly Contest

Name That Deficiency Contest - Win a $25 Target Gift Card!

It's your turn to be the Inspector!

Take a moment to review the photo above and give us your best guess as to what's wrong! Reply to this newsletter or click on the photo in order to view a larger image online!

This week's winner will receive a $25 Target Gift Card!

Congratulations to our most recent winner, Terry from Fort Myers. Terry was the first to answer "Defective Sink Stopper! Terry won a $25 Dunkin Donuts Gift Card!

*Click HERE for official Contest Rules.

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Kross Inspectors Newsletter 7/2/2018

July 1st, 2018 10:07 AM

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Independence Day Hours 2018

Kross Inspectors Fourth of July Holiday Hours

Kross Inspectors will be closed July 4th in observance of Independence Day.

Appointments are available every day this week with exception of Wednesday, 7/4/2018.

For those of you needing RUSH report delivery, DON'T WORRY! As usual, our Inspection Reports are delivered same day as the Inspection. (Before the Inspector leaves the property!)

Please direct last minute requests to our Administration Center by calling (239) 677-4403 or email Info@krossinspectors.com.

Of course, Clients and Realtor Referral Partners can receive a special discounted rate by CLICKING HERE!

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ADA Compliance Update From Kross Inspectors

June 27th, 2018 11:20 AM

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ADA Compliance Update 6/27/2018

Have You Received Your ADA Compliance Certificate?

ADA Compliance Surveys From Kross Inspectors

You are receiving this email as you or your Client have had an ADA Compliance Survey Completed by Kross Inspectors in the recent past.

A review of our records indicates you may not have been issued an ADA Certificate of Compliance for your files and posting at the business!

Maintaining a current certificate helps in many ways:

Fair Business Practices: By offering equal access to goods and services to those with disabilities, you are performing your civic duty and not discriminating by denying access to those with accessibility challenges.
Law Suit Defense: Many organizations make unscheduled visits to public businesses to ensure compliance. Unfortunately, they DO NOT warn business owners before filing a law suit. Maintaining a current Compliance Certificate can help avoid these law suits.
Legal Fee Reimbursement: If an individual files a law suit against a business with a current Compliance Certificate, we have been involved in cases where the Plaintiff has to pay the Defendant's legal fees!
Additional Business Revenue: By providing equal access to all to goods and services provided at the Business, this provides opportunities for additional revenue!

If you have made the recommended modifications to the property, please contact us to schedule your Follow Up Inspection. We will verify and update your ADA Compliance Survey AND issue a current ADA Compliance Certificate.

If you have NOT made the recommended modifications and feel that doing so may harm your business financially or may not be physically possible, CONTACT US. We can review your individual situation and possibly provide an argument for full compliance being "Not Readily Achievable". Keep in mind GRANDFATHERING is NOT recognized as a defense in law suits against businesses for non-compliance. The only way to overcome this is to include an argument from an ADA Expert (Kross Inspectors) explaining why certain items are Not Readily Achievable. With this argument included in your Survey, you CAN be issued an ADA Compliance Certificate!

CALL 1-877-496-4662

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To schedule your FREE Post ADA Compliance Survey Consultation with our Expert!

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Kross Inspectors Commercial Newsletter 6/18/2018

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Weekly Update From Kross Inspectors, Florida's Leading Provider of Commercial Due Diligence Services!

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FREE ADA Compliance Survey With ALL Commercial Building Inspections!

Our Clients and Commercial Brokers have been so impressed receiving a FREE ADA Compliance Survey with their Commercial Property Inspections for the past month, we have decided to extend this offer through September!

Why have an ADA Compliance Survey Completed?

Liability Reduction: As property owners with public access, we are responsible to provide equal access for those with disabilities to goods and services.
Documentation: By having a current survey on hand, this documentation often heads off the lengthy and expensive process of settling a dispute or complaint.
Average of 3 Easily Corrected Violations: In performing these surveys, our experts have found an average of 3 violations per
property. Many of which are relatively easy and inexpensive to correct!
Review Property Design According to NEW Standards: Even if you have a newer building, violations are often found as new design standards are issued often for different property use types!
Do Your Part: The Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990 is celebrating 25 years of removing barriers and empowering people! You can do your part as a business or commercial property owner by ensuring your property is compliant for those with special needs!

Finally, are you contemplating purchasing or already own an older property of which you know is not in compliance with the standards? Many of these properties ARE "grandfathered" in due modifications not being "readily achievable". Only proper documentation provided by an Expert in the field can prevent the costly process of answering a dispute on your own.

To find out more about the Myths and Facts of ADA Compliance, CLICK HERE or call one of our Experts for a FREE Consultation:

(877) 496-4662

EXPERIENCE Counts!

Kross Inspectors has the experience needed in order to assist with making an informed decision regarding the condition of a commercial property!

With millions of square feet inspected every year, we have a the experience in inspecting nearly any type of commercial property:

Retail Shopping Centers
Restaurant
Industrial/Warehouse
Food Processing/Packaging
Office
Medical
Institutional/Schools
Multi Family Residential (Including HUD GPNA Qualifications)
AND MORE.....

Our team of qualified and experienced Inspectors will provide you with accurate information in a timely manner in order to meet important deadlines:

Inspection Report (Property Condition Assessment) DELIVERED SAME DAY!
Cost Estimate of Repairs Report - Delivered by end of next business day
Mechanicals Inventory Report (With Estimated Remaining Life) - Delivered by end of next business day
ADA Compliance Survey - Delivered by end of 2nd business day
Phase I Environmental Site Assessment - Delivered 5-7 business days from date of deposit receipt
Laboratory Tests (Mold and Radon) - Delivered by end of second business day after sampling/testing

Each property Inspected is assigned to a dedicated Customer Service Representative and a Supervising Inspector. Our team is here before, during, and after the Inspection for all of your due diligence needs!

CLICK HERE or Call (877) 496-4662

for a Quick Quote or more Information!

Commercial Services

Building Inspections
Phase I Environmental Site Assessment
ADA Compliance Surveys
Code Compliance Inspection
Building Plans/Spec Reviews
Radon Testing For Compliance
and MORE

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$500 OFF Phase I ESA!

Yes, that's right!

Order a Phase I Environmental Site Assessment at the same time as a Commercial Building Inspection and receive an instant $500 credit to your invoice!

*Turnaround Time for Phase I ESA Report currently 5 Business Days from deposit receipt!

Contact Kross

Phone:
(877) 496-4662

Site:
CLICK HERE

Email:
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*Appointments available 24-48 Hours
*FAST TURNAROUND TIMES

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BUYER BE AWARE! Air Conditioning Inspections

A lot of buzz is going around the Inspection and Air Conditioning Industry about the use of R-22 refrigerant in residential air conditioning units.

Although the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) began implementing guidelines and regulations regarding Phase Out of R-22 in 1987, phase out deadlines in 2010 and 2015 have made this a hot topic among professionals in the industry.

PROBLEM: The concern with R-22 use is one of environmental origins. R-22 is an ozone depleting agent and therefore, is being phased out in order to protect everyone.

SOLUTION: Manufacturers have been using new environmental friendly refrigerants in order to comply with the EPA Phase Out timelines and protect our environment.

WHAT DOES THIS MEAN TO A HOME BUYER?

If you are considering purchasing a home with an air conditioning system using R-22 refrigerant, be prepared to pay more in repair costs as time goes by and the refrigerant required for servicing becomes unavailable. (R-22 production will be banned in year 2020.)

Finally, this DOES NOT mean a Home Buyer should run away from a purchase simply because the A/C system uses R-22! A Home Inspector can determine if the system is operational at the time of the Inspection, but will recommend a complete review by a licensed contractor in order to determine future performance. Keep in mind that the Inspection is simply a "snapshot" in time and Home Inspectors are not qualified nor licensed to fully examine a system using the techniques and equipment required in order to determine future performance. The good news is that most licensed Air Conditioning Contractors will include this assessment as part of their annual maintenance!

If your Inspector recommends a review of the system due to R-22 being used, simply ask the seller for the maintenance records and reach out to the servicing company in order to inquire about the future life expectancy. If records do not exist, a licensed A/C Contractor should be consulted prior to making the purchase decision.

To read more about the Phase Out of R-22, CLICK HERE for information provided by the EPA.

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June Specials!

$50 OFF Inspection Fees!

Home Inspections
Condo Inspections
Chinese Drywall Inspections

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June Specials!

$100 OFF Environmental Inspection Package!

JUNE ONLY!!

Take advantage of HUGE savings on our Environmental Home Purchase Package!

Our most comprehensive package includes:

Home/Condo Inspection
Insurance Inspections (Wind Mitigation/4 Point)
Chinese Drywall Inspection
RecallChek
Mold Air Quality Testing
Radon Testing

*Don't forget to ASK! This offer is for newsletter subscribers only!!

Win a $25 Dunkin Donuts Gift Card!

Name That Deficiency Contest

It's your turn to be the Inspector!

Take a close look at the photo below:

Submit your guess and tell us what's wrong by replying to this newsletter or click on the photo in order to view a larger image online!

This week's winner will receive a $25 Dunkin Donuts Gift Card!

Congratulations to our last winner, Jason Patrick of Naples! Jason was the first to guess "interior plumbing fixture discharging to exterior of property"!

*CLICK HERE for official contest rules.