This is a common question we get during a home inspection, "What is that dial next to the Thermostat?" It is a Humidistat. To simplify...

According to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) and the Portland Cement Association (PCA), concrete homes account for...

Carpeted bathrooms are bathrooms that have carpeted floors instead of traditional floor surfaces, such as tile or vinyl. Despite their...

Testing or Sampling for Mold Is sampling for mold needed? In most cases, if visible mold growth is present, sampling is unnecessary. ...

Mold, Moisture and Your Home Mold Basics The key to mold control is moisture control. If mold is a problem in your home, you should clean...

Ten Things You Should Know About Mold 1. Potential health effects and symptoms associated with mold exposure include allergic reactions,...

This video is a few years old, however still very relevant. It shows the importance of testing for mold and not just taking someone's...

After a radon test: If you conduct the test yourself, be sure to promptly return the test device to the laboratory. Be sure to complete...

Amidst a wave of Chinese import scares, ranging from toxic toys to tainted pet food, reports of contaminated drywall from that country...

Southwest Florida Home Inspections preforms all types of home inspections and testing for home buyers, owners, and builders. We service...