Healthy Home and Mold Inspections

Brand new build, hidden old problem. 💧 ​Found a concealed water leak during a new construction inspection here in Centerton using infrared thermography, then confirmed it with an ultrasound moisture meter. This is exactly why you always inspect new construction before you close! Healthy Home and Mold Inspections on Google https://posts.gle/nAB8mhBhvufQDNXR8?g_st=ac ​#CentertonAR #NorthwestArkansas #HomeInspector #NewConstruction #ThermalImaging #HealthyHome

You know that signature "new house smell"? It’s actually the sound of brand-new building materials off-gassing chemical compounds into the indoor air. ​I just wrapped up a new construction home inspection in Centerton, Arkansas, and included an indoor air quality (IAQ) test. The results? Unhealthy, elevated levels of formaldehyde and volatile organic compounds (VOCs). ​When a new home is tightly sealed up without proper ventilation before the buyers move in, these chemicals t

Welcome to another episode of "What were the builders thinking?" Today we’re inspecting a massive estate, but the crawl space layout tells a completely different story. ​Deep in the center of this incredibly tight, low-clearance crawl space sits a tiny, undersized water heater. Not only is it vastly too small for a house of this size, but look at the accessibility! If this tank ever leaks or needs a standard replacement, a plumber is going to have to practically teleport it o

Those six words are the most expensive words in home building. ​Take a look at this brand-new construction build out in Bella Vista. From the street, everything looks flawless. But when you get up close on the composite siding, you notice a massive, invisible vulnerability: missing Z-flashing on the horizontal wall joints. ​A lot of installers skip this step because "it's how they've always done it," or because they assume the house wrap is doing all the heavy lifting. But ma

You think a brand-new home means zero issues? Think again. 🛠️🏡 ​During a recent new construction inspection right here in Northwest Arkansas, I pulled the dead front off the electrical subpanel and noticed something alarming: a wire was literally melting. ​Upon closer investigation, the culprit wasn't a power surge—the lug was never fully tightened. This loose connection created high resistance, leading to extreme heat buildup. If this hadn’t been caught, it was a major hou

Missing conduits/bushings like this are a common defect found during a professional home inspection. Protect your wiring and your home! 🔌🛡️ Healthy Home and Mold Inspections on Google https://posts.gle/NjczWFHUyGCC4Hc67

Most buyers pray for clear skies on inspection day, but home inspectors secretly love a downpour. Why? Because the rain does the heavy lifting for us. ​In this video, a steady Northwest Arkansas rain helped me track down a hidden moisture intrusion that would have been invisible on a sunny day. By leveraging thermal imaging (infrared technology), we caught this active leak right as it was happening—saving my clients thousands in potential structural repairs and mold remediati

Think "new construction" means everything is perfect? Think again. In this video, I’m at a brand-new home where the fire-rated garage entry door has a major fail. Instead of automatically closing to protect the living space, the hinges are so poorly adjusted that the door swings wide open on its own. ​In a fire, seconds count. A self-closing door isn't just a convenience; it’s a critical safety barrier designed to keep heat, flames, and carbon monoxide out of your home. ​Don'

Too low for good airflow and poorly sealed on the sides. That’s a recipe for a hot attic and water damage. Details matter! 🔎 Healthy Home and Mold Inspections on Google https://posts.gle/P3JrJ8RPphvJ96VUA?g_st=ac #HomeInspection #Roofing #HealthyHome

It’s Polybutylene. Common in the 80s/90s, but known for sudden leaks and bursts. Buying a home? Make sure your inspector checks the plumbing! 🛠️🏠 Healthy Home and Mold Inspections on Google https://posts.gle/huA7UV6pwUWiwxNYA?g_st=ac

The dog in question: 🦖 https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTkX1n8Ho/ https://youtube.com/shorts/FtN2qSAmjO4?si=vrHG__58v1q6Vmt6 ​#HomeInspection #DogLife #GiantPets #RealEstateLife

Accuracy matters! 🔍 We test outdoor air as a baseline to ensure your indoor mold report is 100% precise. 🏠✨ #MoldTesting

Check out what I found during a recent inspection in Pea Ridge! At first glance, this shower looked perfectly fine. I ran the water and tested the surround just like any standard inspection, but it wasn't until I pulled out the thermal imaging camera that the real story emerged. ​The infrared scan revealed a slow leak seeping under the wall, traveling directly into the bedroom and soaking into the carpet. Without thermal technology, this hidden moisture would have gone undete

Bringing the best in building science to this beautiful new build! 🏠✨ ​We’re out on-site today dropping off a continuous radon monitor for a 48-hour assessment. Many homeowners don’t realize that new construction can still be at risk for high radon levels. Testing during the inspection phase is the smartest way to ensure your indoor air quality is safe from day one. ​As a certified inspector, I use professional-grade equipment to provide precise, data-driven results. Whether

I’m out in Farmington today for a new construction closing inspection and found a major red flag. Take a look at this roof-to-wall transition. The flashing was improperly installed, leaving the wood roof decking completely exposed to the elements. ​Over time, rainwater hitting this transition will run straight into that gap, leading to: ❌ Rotting roof decking. ❌ Potential mold growth in the attic. ❌ Costly repairs that should have been done right the first time. ​Don’t skip t

This undersized wire is a major fire risk waiting to happen. Don't let DIY electrical work compromise your safety. ​#HomeInspection #ElectricalSafety #SafetyFirst #HomeBuyerTips

Experience matters when it’s your home. 🏠 Real feedback from our Northwest Arkansas clients! From home inspections to mold testing , we’ve got you covered in Fayetteville, Bentonville, & BellaVista. 🛠️ #NWARealEstate #HomeInspector #HealthyHome

Hop to it, Northwest Arkansas! 🐰 ​Happy Easter from the team at Healthy Home & Mold Inspections. We're celebrating with a little festive fun in this sunset neighborhood scene. ​Can you find all five Easter eggs hidden in the picture? 🥚 Let us know where you spotted them in the comments below! 👇 ​If you're buying a home or suspect mold in Fayetteville, Bentonville, Rogers, or anywhere in NWA, don't let it be a nasty surprise. Get a comprehensive home inspection by a truste

Even on brand-new homes, the smallest details can lead to the biggest headaches. During today’s inspection, I found several critical areas where Z-flashing and joint flashing were missing on composite siding. ​Why Does This Matter? ​Siding is designed to shed water, but flashing is what actually directs that water away from your home's structural framing. Without it: ​Wall Penetrations: Water can seep behind light fixtures, leading to electrical shorts or hidden rot. ​Horizon

Think a newer home is "maintenance-free"? Think again. This 18-month-old home had ductwork that completely detached, meaning the owners were paying to climate-control the dirt under their house while pulling crawlspace air into their bedrooms. ​This is why a 1-year warranty inspection or a routine maintenance check is a must. Don't wait for your energy bill to spike or your air quality to drop before looking under the hood. 🏠🔍 Healthy Home and Mold Inspections on Google...