We are sometimes asked if we recommend additional tests, inspections or other services above and beyond those in a basic home/building inspection – and if we know what specialists might charge for these additional services. As a courtesy to our customers we will try to provide you with approximate ballpark estimates of what we have been told some of these services cost.

Appliances:

1. Thermostat/timer calibration - $135.00

2. Check a self-cleaning oven - $75.00

3. Check for microwave leakage - $75.00

Electrical:

1. Electrical code compliance - $300.00

2. Electrical grounding impedance - $250.00

3. Check electric connections by removing cover plates - $250.00

Mechanical:

1. Mechanical code compliance - $300.00

2. Heat exchanger test (removal) - $350.00

3. Smoke/water test heat exchanger - $250.00

4. Heating & cooling load survey - $400.00

5. Air flow check of registers - $250.00

6. Megometer/Instrument/Freon check of HVAC compressor or equipment - $175.00

7. Thermostat calibration/control check - $125.00

Plumbing:

1. Plumbing & gas code compliance - $300.00

2. Pressure testing of supply piping - $350.00

3. Pressure testing DWV (in house only) - $350.00

4. Probe or rod sewer lines to street - $150.00

5. Open tank septic probing & testing - $400.00

6. Test supply lines for lead solder - $175.00

Structure:

1. Building code compliance - $300.00

2. Geological check (research) - $500.00

3. Soil testing and/or boring - $1,500.00 (and up)

4. Structural or Geo-Technical engineering evaluation - $350.00 (and up)

Miscellaneous:

1. Chimney cleaned/checked w/tele-cam - $250.00

2. Chimney draw/capacity testing - $200.00

3. Wall cavity moisture probing - $350.00 (and up)

4. Building permit research - $300.00 (and up)

5. Phase I environmental hazards - $1,500.00 (and up)

6. Covenants/deed restriction research - $350.00

7. Tall ladder/expert roofing check - $250.00

8. Landscaping/drainage analysis - $300.00

9. Air quality test (toxic/allergic substances) - $350.00

10. Lead Paint testing with XRF - $450.00 (and up)

11. Lead Paint Dust Wipes (4-6) - $175.00 (and up)

12. Swimming pool/spa testing - $185.00

13. Sprinkler Testing - $125.00

14. Asbestos Sampling (2-3) - $165.00 (and up)

15. Mold / Air Sampling (2-3) - $175.00 (and up)