Healthy Home and Mold Inspections

Modern LED overhead lighting casts broad, soft light that flattens out surfaces. That means builder-grade lighting can easily hide serious wall imperfections, uneven framing, and joint issues that are sitting right in plain sight. ​In this quick clip on a recent new construction inspection in Elkins, Arkansas, I show how a simple tool—a high-lumen flashlight—reveals what standard lighting hides: ​Raking Light Technique: By turning off the overhead lights and running a flashli

​I just finished a mold inspection on a beautiful home here in Rogers, AR, and I have to share this important warning. ​The photo below shows one of three HVAC filters in the house. As you can see, they are beyond dirty and partially clogged. ​What does this mean for your home? ​1️⃣ Clogged filters can’t do their job. This allowed significant debris, dust, and potential mold spores to bypass the filtration system and enter the ductwork. 2️⃣ Contamination is now spreading. We

Inspecting a beautiful custom home in Prairie Grove, but found a major oversight: zero Arc Fault Circuit Interrupters (AFCIs)! 😮 Even on homes just a few years old, this is a red flag. AFCIs are crucial for preventing electrical fires – standard breakers just don’t offer the same level of protection. ​Think your new build is automatically safe? This inspection proves otherwise. Don’t assume – get an independent inspection! 🏡🔍 https://posts.gle/RdVwhAgWp4FMSnWXA?g_st=ac ​#N

During a recent new construction home inspection in Springdale, AR, I uncovered a major installation error that could have cost the homeowner thousands down the road: the shower pan drain weep holes were completely sealed shut with grout. ​🔍 Why is this a big deal? Tile and grout are naturally porous. Water gets past the surface tile and is designed to trickle down the waterproof liner toward the drain, exiting safely through tiny weep holes. When tile installers accidentall

A wet, unventilated crawl space is the perfect breeding ground for mold. Closed crawl space vents trap moisture, leading to the mold and mildew issues seen in this photo from a recent inspection in Bella Vista, AR. If you suspect water intrusion or mold growth in your Northwest Arkansas crawl space, contact Healthy Home and Mold Inspections. Don't let crawl space moisture issues become a structural problem or affect your indoor air quality! https://posts.gle/EUjJxiz6PiMKoNQF6

Just because a home is brand new doesn’t mean it’s defect-free! 🏠⚠️ ​I’m inspecting a newly built home in Lowell, Arkansas, and we found three major roof defects that could cost thousands if left uncorrected: ​1️⃣ Missing Roof Ventilation: Proper attic airflow is essential to prevent heat buildup, premature shingle failure, and moisture accumulation. 2️⃣ Missing Roof Flashing: Key transition zones are left unsealed, creating prime entry points for roof leaks and water damage

You'd think on a brand-new construction home, the ridge shingles would, you know... actually be attached to the roof. But out on this Lowell build, they were literally missing and flying off in the wind. ​We love the "new construction means perfect" myth, but reality tells a different story. Shingles flying away before the homeowners even move in is wild—and trust me, the missing ridge cap was just one of eight major defects I documented on this roof alone. https://www.tiktok

I just completed a home inspection in an older home here in Bella Vista, and the results were shocking. As part of every standard inspection, I provide a complimentary air quality test to establish a baseline for particulates and gases. ​At this particular property, my detector registered an EXTREME level of particulates, hitting the "UNHEALTHY" threshold on the air quality index. ​This image shows the concerning data I found on-site: 📉 PM2.5: 74.0 ug/m³ 📉 PM10: 132.4 ug/m³

​I was out doing a property inspection on a fresh flip in Springdale today, and the flip crew left the beat-up old three-prong dryer outlet and crusty exhaust pipe in place... but they completely forgot that washing machines need a water hookup too! ​Guess the new owners are washing their clothes in the kitchen sink or taking a trip to the local laundromat. Whoops! 🫧🤷‍♂️ ​This is a classic reminder of why a thorough home inspection in Northwest Arkansas is so crucial before

When you pop open a Northwest Arkansas crawl space and actually hear the angels sing instead of hearing your own soul leave your body. 🎶😇 ​Let’s be honest, finding a fully encapsulated, bone-dry crawl space in the wild is the ultimate home inspector unicorn. Most of the time we’re playing Indiana Jones in a swamp down there, so seeing clean vapor barriers and proper encapsulation calls for a dramatic Hallelujah moment. ​If your crawl space looks a little more "damp dungeon"

Catching some incredible views from the roof on today’s inspection near Beaver Lake! 🌲☀️ Whether you're buying a home in Rogers, Eureka Springs, or anywhere across Northwest Arkansas, a thorough home inspection is key to protecting your investment. From structural evaluations and roof conditions to comprehensive mold and air quality testing, we’ve got you covered. ​Looking for a trusted home inspector in NWA? Let’s talk! Healthy Home and Mold Inspections on Google https://po

Is your 10-year-old roof secretly failing? 🏠 Shingle age isn't the whole story! During a recent home inspection right here in Bentonville, AR, I looked at a roof that was only about 11 or 12 years old—well within its expected manufacturer lifespan on paper. But upon getting up close, severe granule loss revealed a very different story. ​Granules protect asphalt shingles from harmful UV rays and harsh weather. When advanced granule loss occurs early: ☀️ UV rays accelerate asp

Popped the cover off this electrical panel during a new construction inspection here in Northwest Arkansas, and look at that breaker schedule... completely BLANK. ​While an unlabeled electrical panel is a frequent find on older homes after decades of DIY updates, seeing it on a move-in ready new build is a red flag. An unmapped breaker panel isn't just an annoyance when you're trying to figure out which switch controls the kitchen—it’s a safety hazard during an emergency. ​Bu

If I sound completely out of breath in this video, it’s because crawling 100 feet through a tight crawl space takes work. But this is exactly why we crawl every square inch at Healthy Home and Mold Inspections. ​The sellers had no idea this water heater even existed! Someone literally cut out the floor joists, lowered a water heater into the dirt crawl space, and then drywalled completely over it from inside the home—making it 100% inaccessible for maintenance, safety venting

​⚠️ FAILED Well Test: Bacteria + High LEAD. Unsafe water found. Protect your health. 💧🤢 Healthy Home and Mold Inspections on Google https://posts.gle/YFTZ8Vz9AnCx1AiQ6?g_st=ac

​"Move-in ready" is a bold claim when the builder forgets the literal blanket over your house. 🥶🔥 ​Walked into this brand-new construction inspection in Northwest Arkansas expecting the usual finish work checks. Instead? Open up the attic access and find zero blown-in insulation. None. Zip. Just bare ceiling joists waiting to cook the house in July and freeze it in January. ​If this home had closed without an independent inspection, the new homeowner’s first clue would’ve b

20+ exposed nails. One severe NWA storm. Countless potential leaks. ⛈️ ​When roofing crews rush to hit tight completion deadlines, precision drops. Low-nailing is one of the most frequent defects I catch, and it's a prime example of what happens when speed takes priority over craftsmanship. ​Here’s what’s actually happening in this clip: ​Low-Nail Shingles: Over 20 fasteners were shot below the nail line. Instead of being tucked safely beneath the overlapping shingle above, t

During a recent new construction inspection here in Northwest Arkansas, I came across a garage door emergency release rope tied directly to the bottom of the opener unit itself. Spoiler alert: pulling that red handle isn't going to disconnect anything except maybe your patience. ​While it makes for a funny video, it’s a great reminder of why a thorough, professional home inspection matters on brand-new builds. Even the simplest details get missed when builders rush to the fin

During a recent new construction home inspection in Northwest Arkansas, my thermal imaging equipment revealed a major hidden defect: completely missing wall insulation. This is a critical building envelope failure that a standard visual walkthrough completely misses—leaving homeowners with cold spots, drafts, and higher energy bills. ​This find highlights why choosing a home inspector shouldn’t just come down to who gives you the lowest price. When you're investing in new con

New insulation doesn't automatically mean a job well done. 🔍 Caught major gaps with my thermal camera on a brand-new install in an existing Northwest Arkansas home. ​Don't let hidden shortcuts cost you comfort and energy bills. Know what's really behind your walls! Call Healthy Home and Mold Inspections today. Healthy Home and Mold Inspections on Google https://posts.gle/iyhf64tFGGtuErS6A?g_st=ac ​#NWA #HomeInspection #ThermalImaging #HealthyHome #MoldInspection NorthwestArk