HOME INSPECTIONS
BUYER'S HOME INSPECTION
SELLER'S HOME INSPECTION/PRE-LISTING INSPECTION
Whether you are buying your first home, a new home or are planning on listing your current home and want a pre-listing inspection, you want an inspector that is knowledgeable, experienced, and detail oriented. You want a friendly pro that is going to give you all the info you need to make informed decisions about your investment. Material Inspections has got you covered.
Using top of the of the line equipment, NJ STANDARDS OF PRACTICE established by New Jersey Home Advisory Committee, and building science know how your inspector will evaluate all the systems in your home for a complete picture of the conditions of all the components that make a home a home.
Your Material Inspection home inspector is equipped to use drone photography, pole cameras, binoculars and good old fashion ladders to inspect the roof. We cover the exterior of the home looking for rot or water penetration, we search from the attic to the basement, and everything in-between, for any signs of damage or repairs and give you recommendations for anything we find. We check that the HVAC system and the hot water systems are functioning and give you an idea of the age of the units. We will tell you about your plumbing and waste system and call out any issues that can come up with outdated equipment or poor workmanship. We check your electrical system to make sure it all is up to modern building standards and give you information about expandability, outlets and switches. Anything and everything we find goes into a report for your consideration. On site you can walk through the house with the inspector or kick back and relax knowing that you hired a licensed and experienced home inspector that is looking out for your best interests. Either way at the end of the inspection you will get a recap of the main elements and within about 24hrs you will have a full report in hand.
NEW CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION
PHASED CONSTRUCTION INSPECTION
Moving into a new home soon or already there? We can provide you piece of mind by providing you a report before any warranty period has ended.
Having new construction done or getting a renovation? We can save headaches down the road by providing inspections of the major components before the finishing touches cover everything up.
Contact us today to learn more and set up a inspection schedule.
COMMERCIAL INSPECTIONS
STOREFRONTS
INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS
WAREHOUSES
SHOPPING PLAZAS
Purchasing or Leasing a new space without a commercial inspection could be a risk to employees and customers. Let us inspect your new space and search out defects and safety issues before they become problems that will cost you time and money.
DRONE PHOTOGRAPHY
INSPECTION PHOTOGRAPHY
REAL ESTATE PHOTOGRAPHY
There are many cases where you need to document a issue that is in a difficult to access due to any number of conditions. We use drone photography in most of our HOME INSPECTIONS however you can book our drone services independently for more specific needs. Your service needs will be accommodated by a FAA licensed UAS pilot flying a drone equipped with 4k photo and video capabilities.
Contact us today for more info.
When selling a Home, Estate, or Business it can be difficult to capture the full scale of your property with just ground based photography alone. Let us help you by getting photos and videos from the aerial view. Each property is different so call today to discuss details and pricing.
MOLD TESTING
PROFESSIONAL AIR PUMP TESTING
SWAB SAMPLE TESTING
Schedule mold testing with your Inspection for peace of mind or add it on site based on visible mold or musty smells. Using top of the line equipment your inspector will provide air samples and physical swab type samples as needed. The samples are sent to an accredited lab for evaluation and a separate mold report is provided. While some mold remediation projects are minimal cost, mold growth left without correction can cause substantial damage to the home. In addition to physical damage, There are also possible negative health effects from live or dead mold spores, so finding mold is about protecting you and your family. Get professional results to help protect you from costly repairs down the road.
RADON TESTING
LICENSED RADON TECHNICIAN
Radon gas emanates from rocks and soil and can settle in structures such as a home. Radon gas is odorless and presents a health hazard from exposure. Radon gas can be managed very well with proper remediation methods, in fact many cases you can get your Radon levels well below EPA "action levels" with remediation. The EPA recommends that you test for Radon after renovations, and test your home every two years as a part of routine home maintenance.
Save time and money by having your Radon Test performed by your Material Inspections Inspector or have us come out just for a radon test on its own.
WDI / WDO INSPECTIONS
WOOD DESTROYING INSECTS
WOOD DESTROYING ORGANISMS
New Jersey is host to many wood destroying insects and organisms including the most destructive one. The Subterranean termite is the most common version in New Jersey and your Material Inspections inspector is trained and knowledgeable in detecting their presence along with all the other common WDI's and WDO's.
THERMAL IMAGING
INFRARED THERMAL IMAGING PROFESSIONAL
We use a professional grade infrared thermal camera to scan walls in order to detect temperature differentials that could indicate hidden moisture intrusions, missing insulation, and even electrical issues. Material Inspections believes that this is such an important part of a home inspection that it is included on all home inspections free of the additional charge that many other inspectors require.