Expert Mold Inspections & Environmental Testing in Berwyn, IL

It depends. A high rise condo may be completed under an hour while a McMansion may take 4 to 5. As a rule of thumb, a standard 2 to 3 bedroom condo takes about 1.5 to 2 hrs and a 3 or 4 bedroom single family detached home around 3 hrs.

No, you don't have to but at a minimum its a good idea to be there at the end if that's all you can afford. Being onsite provides first hand exposure to what we see which can be difficult to translate solely through the report. We can take several videos for those unable to be on site.

When possible, it's best to leave young children out of the physical inspection to minimize distractions as well as inherent safety risks. We understand this isn't always possible but encourage it when feasible.

Yes, we carry infrared cameras and use them religiously and are also properly trained to do so. Ross received his certification through Snell Infrared, the nation's leading thermal imaging education company and spent a couple years learning from one of the midwest's best technicians. Infrared imaging is an absolutely remarkable technology but has limitations just like any other. We can't see through walls or tell you if there's paranormal activity, sorry. Physics be damned.

Over the past several years, we've learned a thing or two about how homes perform with respect to energy and their mechanical systems. Ironically, the term 'energy audit' is really a poor one because 99% of people calling are really complaining about comfort issues and they just want them to stop. Since we look at the property from a different perspective and have ZERO interest in selling you any ancillary energy service or products, we are poised to help you FIX your issues rather than mask them. Energy surveys, as we like to call them, will help point out your home's weaknesses and how to address them. Sometimes, the solution is simple. Often times there's a handful of ways to improve performance and differ based on budget, how long you'll remain in the home, etc. Call us to discuss your needs and we can typically provide a quote over the phone.