Home Buyers
Are you in the market for a new home? Our Homebuyers category provides essential information and helpful tips to guide you through the home inspection process. From understanding inspection reports to identifying potential red flags, we empower you to make confident decisions when purchasing your dream home.
Got Mold?
Perhaps mold is a concern because you are purchasing a home and your inspection is soon, or maybe you suspect the presence of mold in your current home. Mold spores are present everywhere we live and breathe. Mold spores enter…
Crumbling Foundations
The crumbling foundation crisis in Connecticut finally has some promising news! A process has been put into place for homeowners to get needed relief from the expense and stress of identifying and remediating your home if affected with a crumbling…
Different Types of Radon Testing
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas and decay product which results from the breakdown of uranium in soil and rock and enters your home through the foundation. It is the second leading cause of lung cancer, after smoking. The…
Radon Myths & Misconceptions
Over the years we’ve found a TON of misinformation exists surrounding radon. Whether you are a potential home buyer, homeowner or a real estate agent, you should understand the facts regarding radon. Here is a list of the top four…
What is Radon? Why should I test for Radon?
Radon is a naturally occurring gas that results from the breakdown of uranium. It is present in most rock, soil and water. It enters the home through the cracks or other holes in the foundation or through the well. The…
The Truth About Mold
One common worry of a homeowner is they will one day discover mold hiding in the crevices and cubby holes of their home. While mold shouldn’t go unchecked, it doesn’t have to spell disaster. For one thing, there is always…
Schaefer’s 2016 Holiday Gift Guide for the New Homeowner
Making your list and checking it twice? If you have a friend or relative who just moved into a new house or apartment, consider an item or two off our Home Inspector-approved gift guide. While none of these items may…
10 Most Frequently Asked Questions About Home Inspections
For more than 35 years, the team at Schaefer Inspection Services has been performing home inspections, checking out houses in Connecticut from top to bottom, inside and out, making sure every nook and cranny is accounted for. And for almost…
Lead In Water Testing Requirements For Government Home Loans
Lead In Water Requirements For Government Home Loans Recently Schaefer Inspection Service performed a home inspection for a client on a home with municipal water. Her intended financing was CFHA and she told us that she was required to have…