Protect Your Investment: Add These Critical Tests to Your Home Inspection
- Home Inspection Resource
- Apr 1
- 3 min read
When you're buying a home in Central Florida, a thorough home inspection is essential. But while a standard inspection covers a lot—roof, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and structural elements—it doesn’t catch everything. That’s why at Home Inspection Resource, we recommend adding Sewer Scope, Water Testing, and Mold Testing to your inspection package. Here’s why these services are worth the investment.
1. Sewer Scope Inspection – See What’s Underground 🕳️📹
What it is: A sewer scope inspection involves sending a small camera through the home's main drain line to inspect the condition of the sewer system.
Why it matters in Central Florida:
Homes in our region may have tree branches, clogs, cracks or even older cast iron or clay sewer lines, which can crack, corrode, or become clogged with tree roots. 🌳
Repairs to a damaged sewer line can cost thousands of dollars and often involve digging up the yard, sidewalk or driveway. Remember you are responsible for the line from your home to the city line at the curb 💸
A sewer line issue may not show symptoms until after you move in—and by then, it's your responsibility. 🚨
What you get: Peace of mind knowing the home’s waste lines are functioning properly—or a heads-up if a costly repair is looming. ✅
2. Water Testing – Know What You're Drinking 💧🔬
What it is: A laboratory analysis of the home’s water supply that checks for contaminants like bacteria, nitrates, lead, and other harmful substances.
Why it's important:
In Central Florida, many homes rely on private wells or live in areas where water quality can vary. 🏡
Even city water can sometimes pick up contaminants from old pipes or poor filtration systems. 🚰
Water that looks clear can still contain harmful bacteria or metals that pose a health risk. ⚠️
What you get: A detailed report that tells you exactly what’s in the water—and whether you need a filtration system or any remediation. 📄
3. Mold Testing – Catch Hidden Health Hazards 🦠🏠
What it is: Mold testing identifies both visible and invisible mold spores in the home and measures indoor air quality.
Why it matters in Florida:
Central Florida’s hot, humid climate is a perfect breeding ground for mold, especially in homes with past or current moisture issues. ☀️🌧️
Mold can hide in walls, ceilings, and HVAC systems and often goes unnoticed during a standard inspection. 🕵️
Certain types of mold can trigger allergies, asthma, and other real health issues. 🤧😷
What you get: Lab results showing if mold is present, how much, and whether it’s the type you need to be concerned about. 🔎
The Bottom Line 📌
Adding these services to your home inspection may cost a bit more upfront, but they can save you thousands in repairs and protect your health in the long run. At Home Inspection Resource, we believe a complete picture is the best protection when buying a home.
Our team offers Sewer Scope Inspections, Water Testing, and Mold Testing as add-ons to any inspection—all performed by experienced professionals using the latest tools and technology. 🛠️
Buying a home is a big decision—make sure you’ve looked at everything.
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