INFRARED/THERMAL IMAGING INSPECTIONS

Only a few top notch home inspectors are starting to use Infrared Thermal Imaging Cameras (also known as IR cameras) for the same reasons. With this technology, they are able to detect some problems that are not visible to the naked eye.
While it does not give the inspector super-human powers, it does give us an edge on finding anomalies in a house that might not otherwise be discovered.

SERVICE INFORMATION

Full house scan up to 2,5oo sq.ft. is $100.00 with the home inspection and $150 if performed separately.

Energy Loss

An IR camera can detect:

heat loss and air infiltration in walls, ceilings, floors, windows and doors, damaged and/or malfunctioning radiant heating systems, air-conditioner compressor leaks, under-fastening and/or missing framing members, and other structural defects that can lead to energy loss; broken seals in double-paned windows.

Moisture Intrusion

An IR camera can locate:

plumbing leaks, hidden roof leaks before they cause serious damage, missing, damaged and/or wet insulation; water and moisture intrusion around penetrations and at the foundation and building envelope that could lead to structural damage and mold.

Electrical Hot Spots

IR cameras are equally effective at locating hot spots in the home, including:

circuit breakers in need of immediate replacement, overloaded and undersized circuits, overheated electrical equipment and components, electrical faults before they cause a fire.

Additionally

IR camera can locate:

possible pest infestation, as revealed by energy loss through shelter tubes left by boring wood-destroying insects; the presence of intruders, such as rats, mice and other larger pests hiding within the structure and detected because of their heat signature that the IR camera captures; dangerous flue leaks which can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning of the home’s residents.

Why Choose Us?

Our inspectors will inform you of any property defects and advise you on future maintenance of the property inspected, but we go above and beyond your typical home inspection. We use the latest technology available to be able to see what other inspectors can't, and identify problems before they cause major damage. We provide full report within 24 hours from the inspection. We use a software that is user friendly and all electronic, so that you will be able to look at your inspection as soon as it is uploaded, as well as look at it from anywhere at anytime as long as you have an internet or mobile connection.

Few more reasons why we are the best!

Certified Master Inspector®
Certified Professional Inspector®
Certified Electrical Inspector
Certified HVAC Inspector
Certified Plumbing Inspector
Certified Roof Inspector
Certified Exterior Inspector
Certified Deck Inspector
Certified Mold Inspector
IAC2 Certified Radon and Mold Inspector
Infrared Certified®
Pet-Friendly Inspector
Roof Data Technician
Safe Workplace Inspector
Move-In Certified Inspector
Contractor Experience
First Time Homebuyer Friendly
Certified Annual Home Maintenance Inspector
Certified Bilingual Inspector (Russian)
Member of the Inspector Brotherhood
State of Michigan Residential Builder
Member of the International Code Council

A Home Inspection From Approved Home Inspections, Inc. Can

Ensure Safety – Validate all systems in the home are in good working order and safe.
Offers Bargaining Power – Problems may be found during the inspection that may be expensive to fix. This may give you some bargaining power when it comes to the price of the house.
Forecast Future Expenses – During the inspection, we can point out any major elements of the home that will need attention in order to get the home functioning safely and efficiently. The inspection can call out the potential future improvements and offer you the opportunity to determine if your budget will allow for these expenses.

WORKING HOURS

Week Days	9:00 – 6:00
Saturday	9:00 – 3:00
Sunday	11:00 – 3:00

1.248.845.8839

20 Years of Experience

Buy or sell a home with complete confidence. The most valuable tool we have is our experience. With over 20 years of in the field experience and training, we hold multiple certifications, memberships, and licenses with the State of Michigan as well as many other state and national organizations in Inspection, Building, and Real Estate fields.

Certified Master Inspector®

Certified Master Inspectors (CMIs)^® are the best inspectors in the world. Every Certified Master Inspector is experienced, educated, established, vetted, professional. Not everyone can become a Certified Master Inspector^®. Hiring a CMI means hiring the best. When you’re about to make the biggest purchase of your life, make sure you hire a Certified Master Inspector^®

Buy-Back Guarantee is included.

As a Certified Professional Inspector® trained by InterNACHI—the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors—We are able to offer our clients not just a thorough inspection and reliable report, but something that no one else in the industry does: InterNACHI’s Buy-Back Guarantee.

OTHER INSPECTION SERVICES

Approved Home Inspections, Inc has delivered outstanding full-service home inspections and testing services in Southeast Michigan since 2002. We are thorough in our inspection, provide top quality custom report and are capable of performing any ancillary testing needed, saving you time and money. Our commitment to service excellence has resulted in a list of very satisfied clients. We’d love to add your name to it.

Residential Inspections

A home inspection is a non-invasive, visual examination of the accessible areas of a residential property, which is designed to identify defects within specific systems and components that are both observed and deemed material by the inspector.

Air Quality & Mold Inspections

Mold Inspection includes a non-invasive visual examination of the readily accessible, visible, and installed systems and components of the building, moisture, temperature and humidity measurements, and mold samples,

Drinking Water Analysis

Home water testing is important for existing homeowners as well as those considering purchasing a home. The Environmental Protection Agency recommends you test your private well annually.

Radon Testing

Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that can cause lung cancer. The EPA estimates that radon causes about 21,000 of cancer deaths in the U.S. each year. The EPA recommends that if you are buying or selling your home, have it tested for radon, and fix homes with radon levels of 4 picoCuries per liter (pCi/L) or higher.

Lead Paint Testing

Lead is a toxic metal that was used for many years in products found in and around our homes. Lead may cause a range of health effects, from behavioral problems and learning disabilities, to seizures and death. Homes or apartments built before 1978, now required to disclose known lead hazards. If you suspect that lead-based paint has been used in your home or if you plan to remodel or renovate, get your home tested. Do not attempt to remove lead paint yourself.

Permit History Report

This report provides the documented construction and repair history of a property, helping you make a sound investment decision.

New Construction Inspections

From pre-slab to final and warranty inspections, we provide check points for each major stage of construction.

Energy Audits

Our energy audit options assess how the components and systems in a home interact, and provide recommendations for energy savings.

Commercial Inspections

Our commercial building inspections range from full inspections to custom options that evaluate specific components and systems, and include a written project bid.

QUALITY GUARANTEE

Choosing the right home inspector can be difficult. Unlike most professionals you hire, you probably won’t meet us until your inspection appointment–after you’ve hired us. Furthermore, different inspectors have varying qualifications, equipment, experience, reporting methods, and pricing. One thing that’s certain is that a home inspection requires a lot of work. Ultimately, a thorough inspection depends heavily on the individual inspector’s effort. If you honor us by permitting us to inspect your new home, we guarantee that we will give you our very best effort.

~Approved Home Inspections, Inc.

OFFICE LINE

1.248.845.8839

approvedcmi@gmail.com

WORKING HOURS

9:00am – 6:00pm

OFFICE LINE

1.248.845.8839

approvedcmi@gmail.com

WORKING HOURS