Healthy Home and Mold Inspections

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

We’re at a new construction today looking at a "designer" roof that’s a textbook case of questionable engineering. Here’s the breakdown: ​📍 The Convergence: Two roof planes meeting with nowhere for water to discharge. This isn’t a valley; it’s a bathtub. 📍 Lack of Ventilation: Without proper airflow, this roof is going to cook from the inside out, leading to premature shingle failure and potential moisture issues. 📍 Wrong Material: Shingles on a flat slope? That’s a leak w

It's a tricky game, but someone has to play it! 😉 ​During a recent new construction inspection, I found a few missing nails and some unsealed exposed fasteners hiding out on the roof. This might seem small, but those tiny gaps are a direct invitation for water to sneak in and cause major headaches down the road! 💧 ​Think of your home inspector as the second set of eyes that catches the things the busy builder (or roofer!) might overlook. It's all about catching the small mi