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Carbon Monoxide Testing In Your Home

As a homeowner, there are many circumstances that you need to be wary of in order to best protect your house and your family, from property damage caused by environmental factors, like fires and flooding, to accidental gas leaks like radon or carbon monoxide. In the U.S., around 20,000-30,000 people are affected by accidental carbon monoxide poisoning …

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Lead-Based Paint Testing

If your home was built before 1978, chances are it may contain lead paint, which can pose a problem if you’re planning to renovate, repair or repaint. What Is Lead-Based Paint? Lead is a naturally occurring toxic metal that used to be mixed into paints and materials like gasoline, batteries, ceramics and others. The U.S. …

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Mold Testing in a Home

Just about everyone has heard of mold and knows of the damage it can do over time if left untreated, but many homeowners don’t know exactly what mold is or how to detect it in the house. The Inspect-It 1st team is experienced with a variety of common home problems, many of which lead to …

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The Importance of Water Quality Testing This Summer

Water quality testing on an annual basis or when purchasing a new home prevents unnecessary health risks to you and your family. While the United States has one of the safest and healthiest water supplies in the world, there’s still a chance of contamination. The only way to be sure of the water being delivered …

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