Water Quality Inspection
What is Involved in Water Quality Testing?
This additional service involves a sampling and inspection of drinking water within the home and is designed to provide information about the quality of the home’s water. The test is performed in accordance with laboratory and/or manufacturer’s guidelines for the collection of water samples. For more information, visit:
- Lead in Drinking Water – This site answers questions about the dangers of lead in drinking water and outlines techniques for reducing lead exposure.
- Drinking Water Standards Program – This site contains information on standards the EPA has implemented for a number of topics related to drinking water.
- Ground Water and Drinking Water – The EPA Office of Ground Water and Drinking Water protects public health and the environment by setting standards for drinking- water contaminants and protecting sources of drinking water.
- Local Drinking Water Information – This site provides local drinking water information for each state.
- Water on Tap: A Consumer’s Guide to the Nation’s Drinking Water – This report provides information about the quality of U.S. drinking water.
- Drinking Water Contaminants – This site contains fact sheets about chemicals that may be found in some public or private drinking water supplies.
Identifying the Problem
While the U.S. water supply is one of the world’s safest, no system is immune to problems, and remaining vigilant about your home’s water is always advised. If you think you have a problem, knowing what to look for is the first step in determining whether you could benefit from water services by AmeriSpec. If you suspect a problem with your water, visit EPA.gov and enter your address to find federal reports by state and water system.
Specialty Inspection Services Information
Radon Testing
Extended radon exposure can result in lung cancer. Protect your home and your health by testing for radon with a local AmeriSpec inspector today.
Mold
Bacteria and fungus exposure can be a serious problem in both residential and commercial environments. Find out how AmeriSpec can help.
Septic Systems
Septic system problems can come to light in a variety of ways. Identifying an issue involves knowing what to look for, as some indicators can be more obvious than others - and that's where AmeriSpec comes in.
Carbon Monoxide Testing
This service determines whether your business or home’s combustible appliances are releasing harmful levels of carbon monoxide.
Lead-Based Paint
AmeriSpec inspectors identify any presence of lead-based paint in and around your property. Our experts test paint, soil and dust to keep your property safe.
Pool/Spa
From pool pumps to saltwater corrosion, local AmeriSpec pool and spa inspectors conduct visual examinations and test all pool equipment to ensure it runs properly.
Well Water Quality Inspection
Well water quality services include testing for impurities and sampling and analysis for other quality parameters.
Irrigation System Inspection
When considering the purchase of a home with a lawn irrigation system, consider a professional irrigation system inspection from AmeriSpec.
Thermal Imaging
AmeriSpec uses its professional knowledge of building construction and IR thermography to identify thermal patterns that may indicate air or water leakage, excessively hot electrical connections or insulation abnormalities.
Drone Surveying
Assessing damage on high or steep rooftops risks additional damage to the roof and possible injury to the inspector. Surveying by drone can avoid these risks while granting visual access to damage or deterioration of a home or building and the surrounding area.
Water Bacteria Testing
Tests for water bacteria assess a business or home's water supply for contaminants and pollutants, such as chlorine, lead and coliform bacteria.
Sewer Scope
A sewer scope is a video inspection of a home’s lateral sewer line, the privately owned pipeline that leads from the house—at or near the foundation—and connects to a publicly owned city (or HOA) tap, or septic tank.
Energy Assessments
An AmeriSpec inspector will professional inspector will observe, measure and evaluate the factors affecting energy usage in your home.
Gas Leak Detection
During a Gas Leak test, professional AmeriSpec inspector will utilize instruments that not only identify small leaks at their source, but can also be used in areas where we would typically avoid placing our noses.
New Construction
As construction practices, materials and installation skills have changed, it has become common practice to have a professional inspector review homes under construction. Discovering incorrect installations early on during construction can help lead to a better built home.
Termite & Wood-Destroying Organism Inspections
You could save thousands and prevent significant property damage with a termite inspection from AmeriSpec.
Specialty Inspections Resources
Tools and resources from AmeriSpec for specialty inspectors