FAQ's

1. What will my home inspection include?

We start with your roof line and work our way down to the foundation, checking everything in between including electrical, plumbing, heating/air conditioning, hot water tanks, structure, insulation, ventilation, basements, crawlspaces, attics and much more.

2. Why do I need a home inspection?

Buying a home is a huge investment and it is important that you protect that investment. There may be unforeseen problems within the home that you may not be aware of which can end up costing you down the road. A home inspection will help you buy with confidence.

3. Should I attend the home inspection?

It is always beneficial to be present at the home inspection so that the inspector can show you the areas of concern, the safety precautions of the furnace, hot water tank and electrical panel and where all of your water and gas shut offs are located. The job of the home inspector is not only to point out the negatives of the home but also the positives.

4. What type of report will I receive and when will I receive it?

You will receive a computer generated report the exact same day as the home inspection. The report is very easy to comprehend, broken down room by room, with a summary page and photos at the end of the report.

5. Why should I choose Spyglass Property Inspections?

We are home inspectors that are licensed in Illinois and are actively involved in American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) and National Association of Home Inspectors (NAHI) and have an extensive background in general contracting and construction.

6. How will you test for mold in my home?

We are able to perform air samples, surface samples, swab samples, wall cavity samples and visual inspections.

7. What do I do if I find mold in my home?

If you find mold in your home, a mold inspection should be performed to identify what types of mold and what toxicity levels they are at. Once that is determined, if necessary, the proper protocol should be followed to remove the mold by a licensed mitigation company.

8. What radon level does the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) suggest that my home should be under?

The EPA suggests that your home should be at 4.0pCi/L or below.

9. What do I do if I have elevated levels of radon in my home?

If a test is performed and elevated radon levels are found in the home, a radon mitigation system can be installed to lower the levels to below the action level of 4.0pCi/L.