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There is no substitute for a good truck that is packed full of equipment and "tools of the trade".
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From tall to short, a variety of ladders are essential to doing a good inspection.
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Good light sources are probably the most important tools of the home inspector. If we can see what we are looking at, we can report it to you.
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The Streamlight UltraStinger flashlight is in a class by itself. It is small and light weight yet delivers 75,000 candlepower.
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The ability to test for continuity, amperage, and the presence of voltage, are all helpful in detecting various deficiencies in the electrical system.
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The TORO Water Pressure and Flow Gauge measures both pressure and gallons/min. These measurements help indicate the health of the home's water system.
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The BACHARACH Monoxor III is a state of the art carbon monoxide detector, that measures excessive output of CO at gas furnaces and other appliances.
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Is it on the level? Sloping or sinking floors, and concrete patios that direct rain water into the house,are all common discoveries.
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To dig, remove, cut, scrape, pry, poke, pull, and punch, may be necessary on any home inspection to find out what is going on.
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A digital camera is the life of the inspection report, and the old adage certainly holds true: "A picture is worth a thousand words."
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The use of a full Tyvek suit, gloves, kneepads, and a good respirator are a must when the crawl space is tight and full of critters.
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The RoboVector laser level is especially useful for looking at grading problems. I have also taken it into crawl spaces and onto roof tops.
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A ProVision Flexible Fiberscope along with an adjustable inspection mirror make it easier to look into tight spaces and see a problem.
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The Vaisala Hygrometer so quickly detects changes in realative humidity from room to room that it is possible to detect hidden moisture problems.
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An infrared (non-contact) thermometer, by DeltaTRAK, is useful in checking HVAC temperatures, air infiltration, and electrical connections.
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A pair of Bushnell 16 x 50 binoculars are helpful for examining an extremely steep roof, and for looking at other details that are out of reach.
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The Sun Nuclear Professional Continuous Radon Monitor is ideal for real estate transactions because of its' ability to provide a report immediately.
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Ongoing education and instruction-seminars are a requirement for ASHI inspectors. This helps us keep-up with new develpments in the inspection field.
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Books and literature on wiring, plumbing, roofing, foundations, moisuture, masonry, etc, are the necessary reading for the home inspector.
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