J & B Discovery Insp

read moreSince 2001, J&B Discovery Inspections has been providing the Washington Metropolitan area with thorough home inspection services. Our goal is for our inspection to be an important tool in assisting you with confident decision-making during your real estate transaction. Our mission is not only to inspect, but to educate you on what we have found. Protection through discovery is our intent.

read moreFounded in 1990, the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors is a federally tax-exempt, 501(c)(6) non-profit trade organization headquartered in Boulder, Colorado. InterNACHI's mission is to continue its leadership role as the world's largest trade organization of certified property inspectors. HomeAdvisor is a leading online directory that offers tools and resources for home services. The Elite Service Badge badge is awarded to pros who go above and beyond for their customers. How do they know we went above and beyond?

read moreIndoor air pollution can actually be worse for you than outdoor pollution. People spend the majority of their lives inside their homes, so clean indoor air with low levels of dust, particulates, and contaminants and the right level of humidity is important for day-to-day health and comfort. Our indoor air quality inspections test the quality of the air in a home or building, informing you of potential issues. Carbon Monoxide is a dangerous gas that you can't see, smell, or taste, and can build up in enclosed spaces in your home.

read moreMold most commonly grows in bathrooms, basements, and anywhere else where there is dampness or water. Many types of mold we routinely encounter aren't hazardous to healthy individuals; however, too much exposure to mold may cause a worsening of such conditions as asthma, hay fever, or other allergies. Our mold inspection and testing services will alert you to possible mold problems in your current or potential house. Molds are part of the natural environment. Outdoors, molds play a part in nature by breaking down dead organic matter such as fallen leaves and dead trees, but indoors, mold growth should be avoided.

read moreA professional home inspection can help you buy or sell your home with confidence. We will provide invaluable information to turn you into a knowledgeable consumer. The inspection provides a learning and discovery experience during which your questions can be answered on the spot. We encourage you to accompany us during the inspection. The home inspection will identify any ongoing problems in addition to highlighting the signs of any problems in the past which could be disguised. We will identify any major deficiencies which might affect your decisions, as well as insight into the qualities of the property as well.

read moreYou cannot see, feel, smell, or taste radon. Testing your home is the only way to know if you and your family are at risk. The Environmental Protection Agency and the Surgeon General recommend testing for radon in all rooms below the third floor. You can hire a trained professional like J&B Discovery Inspections to test your home for radon. Radon is a naturally-occurring radioactive gas found in soils, rock, and water throughout the U.S. Radon causes lung cancer, and is a threat to health because it tends to collect in homes, sometimes to very high concentrations.

read moreA home or building cannot fail an inspection. A professional inspection gives you an independent, unbiased view of any problems and their solutions, so that you will have all the facts you need to make a sound, informed decision. Depending on the size and condition of the property, a thorough inspection will usually take between two and four hours. Ideally, you will either accompany your inspector or consult with your inspector at the end of the inspection, so that you will have visual reinforcement of your written report.