Tag: virginia
Buyers Beware: 6 Reasons You Need a Sewer Scope Inspection
As you prepare to purchase a new home, the inspection will play a key role in your real estate transaction. Unfortunately, though necessary, a general home buyer inspection won’t catch some of the most costly issues plaguing your soon-to-be new home. Burgess Inspections, Inc. offers environmental inspections, like sewer inspections, to ensure your new home is […]
5 Ways to Prepare Your Home for an Inspection
If you plan to put your home on the market, you can anticipate that it will require an inspection once an interested buyer decides to submit an offer. While many homeowners tend to feel a little helpless at this stage while their home is at the mercy of a professional inspector evaluating and documenting flaws, […]
Maintain a Healthier Household With Mold Sampling Services
Mold can be a health hazard, especially to those most vulnerable to its effects, such as children, elderly people, expectant mothers, and those with health challenges. According to OSHA, those with a weakened immune system, allergies, sinusitis, asthma, and other respiratory issues are more likely to feel the impact of living in a home with […]
Protect Your Family With Radon Testing in Your Home
Did you know that one in every five homes in Virginia has elevated levels of radon? Radon is something that can easily fly under the radar, as it is a colorless and odorless gas. At Burgess Inspections, Inc., we can help you detect this hidden danger with the radon testing and inspection services we offer. […]
Costly Flaws That a Commercial Property Inspection May Uncover
Whether you are purchasing, leasing, or managing a commercial property, it is always necessary to complete your due diligence before you sign on the dotted line. Since the condition of the building and its components will impact the contract negotiation and future potential capital investment, you need this information in a concise, detailed report. Burgess Inspections, […]
Common Home Inspection Questions Answered
A home inspection is something that every home buyer and seller will encounter, but you may find that you have some unanswered questions. Burgess Inspections, Inc. can prepare you for your next real estate transaction by providing you with the facts you need to make the most informed decision. Our licensed professionals have completed over […]
Why Every Home Should Have A Sewer Inspection
One of the least favorable parts of home ownership is the host of small problems that can go undetected until they become very large problems. However, there are some proactive measures that you can take as a homeowner to keep an eye on things below the surface. Burgess Inspections, Inc. can help you protect your […]
Stucco Inspections Are Valuable For The Care Of Your Home
Homes with a stucco exterior are stunning, but they require extra care to be taken in order to maintain their unique finish. Burgess Inspections, Inc. is one of the few companies certified to perform specialty stucco inspections in Virginia. You can trust that our decades of experience will help provide you with the information you […]
The Truth Behind 3 Home Inspection Myths
Whether you are in the process of buying your first home or moving out of your first home, you may have been told some myths about how home inspections work. It can be intimidating to fall in love with a house and then wonder what issues could be lurking, unseen by your eyes. Burgess Inspections, […]
Why You Shouldn’t Skip The Termite Inspection
Termites and other wood-destroying insects can cause a lot of expensive structural damage to a home. Unfortunately, many home buyers decide not to have a termite inspection on their soon-to-be home in order to save time and money. Burgess Inspections, Inc. recommends that you have a termite inspection before purchasing a property. Here are some […]
