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Our team of experienced home inspectors will thoroughly examine your property to identify any potential issues and provide you with a detailed report.

A property inspector will perform a visual, detailed walk-through of all the major components of the property. It is an overall, non-invasive analysis of its current condition. They will ass

Our team of experienced home inspectors will thoroughly examine your property to identify any potential issues and provide you with a detailed report.

A property inspector will perform a visual, detailed walk-through of all the major components of the property. It is an overall, non-invasive analysis of its current condition. They will assess any damage, concerns, potential maintenance needed, and information regarding the different components, which are: the roof, the exterior, the basement/foundation/crawlspace/structure, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, fireplace, attic/insulation/ventilation, and interior. 

Here is a detailed description of  what an inspection of each component includes: 

ROOF: This includes the roof coverings (type & condition of shingles), gutters, downspouts, vents, flashings, skylights, chimney, and other roof penetrations.

EXTERIOR: The entire exterior structure of the property, including, but not limited to, siding, eaves, soffits, fascia, windows, doors, trim, walkways, driveways, porches, decks and drainage.

BASEMENT/FOUNDATION/CRAWLSPACE/& STRUCTURE: The important part here is differentiating major structural signs versus typical settling and hairline cracks.

PLUMBING: Understanding the functionality and location of the main water and fuel shut-offs is very important. You'll also learn about your water heater, operation of toilets, sinks, tubs, showers, drain, waste & vent systems, and sump pumps.

ELECTRICAL: Any areas that include service drops, conductors, electrical meter, panels (fuse boxes and circuit breakers), grounding, and bonding are thoroughly looked at. They will test a number of switches, lighting fixtures, and receptacles (AFCI & GFCI). They look for the presence of smoke, carbon-monoxide detectors, and electrical systems.  Light switches, power outlets, and other electrical systems are tested.

HVAC: They will inspect the heating and cooling systems. They do this by using normal operating controls, and describe the location of the thermostat, energy source and heating/cooling method.

FIREPLACE: If applicable, the inspector will check readily accessible portions of fireplaces & chimneys, lintels, damper doors, and clean-out doors and frames.

ATTIC/INSULATION/VENTILATION: Here they are making sure the home has sufficient insulation and ventilation to help save you problems down the road.

INTERIOR: They will check a number of doors and windows, floors, walls, ceilings, stairways, railings, a few major appliances, and the garage door and openers. This is to inform you of any visible damage, trouble areas, or safety concerns.

 All of these affect the safety and value of a property.

A 4-way inspection is a comprehensive review process typically used in construction and property inspections to ensure that critical aspects of a building's infrastructure are correctly installed.  It looks at framing (to ensure  the structural framework of the building is properly constructed), electrical (to check that the electrical sy

A 4-way inspection is a comprehensive review process typically used in construction and property inspections to ensure that critical aspects of a building's infrastructure are correctly installed.  It looks at framing (to ensure  the structural framework of the building is properly constructed), electrical (to check that the electrical systems are safely installed and meet code requirements), plumbing (to verify the plumbing systems are correctly installed and functioning), and HVAC (to assess the HVAC systems to ensure they are properly installed and operational).

This inspection is usually performed at specific stages during construction to identify and correct any issues before proceeding to the next phase of building.

Punch list is a major part of the closeout portion of the construction process. It is a document typically prepared by a contractor that lists, in detail, any work that has not been completed as it should be. However, with our extensive background in the construction industry, we are able to perform this task on behalf of the contractor, 

Punch list is a major part of the closeout portion of the construction process. It is a document typically prepared by a contractor that lists, in detail, any work that has not been completed as it should be. However, with our extensive background in the construction industry, we are able to perform this task on behalf of the contractor, to ease their process and workflow,  or in addition to the contractor (on behalf of the owner), to provide you with unbiased observation of results to ensure industry standards and contractual agreements are met. 

Radon is an odorless radioactive gas that comes from uranium breaking down in soil and water. It moves up through the ground and into the air, then becoming trapped in homes and other properties. 

Did you know radon is the second leading cause overall of lung cancer, and the number one cause in non-smokers?! 

1 in 3 homes in Utah have been 

Radon is an odorless radioactive gas that comes from uranium breaking down in soil and water. It moves up through the ground and into the air, then becoming trapped in homes and other properties. 

Did you know radon is the second leading cause overall of lung cancer, and the number one cause in non-smokers?! 

1 in 3 homes in Utah have been found to have dangerously-high levels of radon! If a neighboring property tested low, this does not indicate that yours will.

The only way to know if your property radon levels are within reccommended rage, is by testing them! That is where we come in. New Heights Inspection can come preform a 48 hour test to gather accurate results of radon levels on your property, so you can ensure your safety.

The recommendation for mitigation varys slightly depending on the organization. We like to minimize as much exposure as possible and follow The Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) recommendation to mitigate if the radon level is above 2.0 pCi/L.

You don’t need to be purchasing a property to test the radon levels. You can/should do so at any time, on every property you own! If your property levels have been tested, but were not within the recommended action levels for mitigation, it is recommended to test the property again every 5 years. (Easy way to remember this is with the “High 5!”  ... a celebration for levels below action level and reminder to test again in 5 years). If you have a mitigation system in place, retest the property every 2 years to ensure everything is working properly.  (To remember, think...Peace sign  “for peace of mind" test every 2 years.)

Ever wonder if that musty damp smell is mold? Can you see water damage and want to ensure mold is not occurring? Can you visibly see mold spores or dark spots on surfaces, grout, or have warped walls? 

At New Heights Inspection, we can perform a variety of tests to determine if there is any contamination and exposure.  Our most efficient a

Ever wonder if that musty damp smell is mold? Can you see water damage and want to ensure mold is not occurring? Can you visibly see mold spores or dark spots on surfaces, grout, or have warped walls? 

At New Heights Inspection, we can perform a variety of tests to determine if there is any contamination and exposure.  Our most efficient and accurate way to do so, is via  an air sample test by utilizing a pump that forces air through a collection device, capturing mold spores. We utilize  inner wall adapters when needed in conjunction with the air-o-cell cassettes to nondestructively access microbial contamination in a wall cavity.

We also offer a biotape test for standardized surface sampling that offers consistency and accuracy.  Biotape retains the orientation of the structures as they appear on the surface, making it easier for the analyst to determine if the mold spores are growing on the surface or just settled there. 

Sterile surface swabs are another way we can test suspect areas for contamination and are generally used on wet, heavily soiled areas where you would not use biotape.

When molds are present in large quantity, whether visually detected or not, they can cause allergic reactions, asthma, other respiratory illnesses, fatigue, headaches, and chronic illness. They have also been proven to affect mental and emotional health in various ways including depression, anxiety, lack of focus, and brain fog, and insomnia. 

Mold can be found in virtually any surface where moisture can reside, that is why proper prevention in construction, as well as property maintenance is needed. Let New Heights Inspection help you identify if any abatement/remediation/removal is necessary. 

When someone produces and/or uses illegal methamphetamines on/in a property,  it is left contaminated with potentially dangerous levels of toxic chemicals.

As a result, the property has to be decontaminated before it is able to be occupied.

The health department regulates the use and decontamination, but does not provide the testing or deco

When someone produces and/or uses illegal methamphetamines on/in a property,  it is left contaminated with potentially dangerous levels of toxic chemicals.

As a result, the property has to be decontaminated before it is able to be occupied.

The health department regulates the use and decontamination, but does not provide the testing or decontamination work. 

At New Heights Inspection, our priority is to keep you safe. We can take residue samples that will then provide you with information as to whether your property or prospective property is above the regulation limits.