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Q: Is it safe to stay in a house with smoke damage?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/living-in-house-with-smoke-damage.htm">Living in a house with smoke damage</a> could be safe on a temporary basis, but it depends on the severity and type of smoke damage. If you have major smoke damage or soot present from a fire, you should relocate to keep you and your family safe. Breathing in soot can cause respiratory issues, and it can contain carcinogens, so move out until you get professional remediation done. Your insurance company may cover the cost for alternative housing while your professional works.</p></div>

Q: How do you tell if a two-prong outlet is grounded?

• <div><p>By nature, two-prong outlets aren't grounded&mdash;but the box they run to might be, which makes them safer. The safest way to test if an outlet is grounded is to purchase a circuit tester, which cost about <b>$20</b> at home improvement stores. </p><p>If you discover your outlet (or outlets) aren't grounded, know that this greatly increases your risk of personal injury and electrical fires. You may want to consider installing new three-prong ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlets. On average, the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-should-it-cost-electrician-replace-combination-gfci-switch-and-receptacle.htm">cost to install GFCI outlets</a> is about <b>$210</b> per outlet.</p></div>

Q: How much does a home inspection cost?

• <div><p>On average, <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-much-does-home-inspection-cost.htm">home inspections cost</a> about <b>$350</b>, ranging from <b>$200 to $500</b>, depending on the home&rsquo;s size, age, and location, plus any specialty inspections required. Additional cost factors include testing for asbestos or conducting thermal imaging tests to find infestations, checking energy efficiency, and looking for structural or electrical problems. If your home is more than 2,000 square feet, you can expect to pay <b>$400</b> or more.</p></div>

Q: Can you live in a house with termite damage?

• <div><p>Living in a termite-infested home isn&rsquo;t just annoying&mdash;it&rsquo;s risky. These pests can quietly chew through wood, weakening your walls, floors, and even the structure of your house. On top of the safety concerns, there&rsquo;s the financial stress of repairs, not to mention potential health issues from mold or allergens stirred up by termite activity.</p></div>

Q: Does a seller have to disclose fire damage when selling a house?

• <div><p>Yes, a seller is legally required to disclose any known fire damage when selling a house, including damages that were repaired. That includes damages to structural components and all major systems, as well as water damage, chemical damage, and smoke damage related to the fire. Sellers use a property disclosure statement, which is regulated by each state individually, to disclose fire damage. </p></div>

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Last update on November 25, 2025

Reviewed in June 2020
Bob was super friendly, informative and easy to talk to throughout the entire home inspection. The inspection was very through. Honestly, money well spent. I learned so much from the experience and will recommend him to anyone else needing a home inspection.
House to Home Inspections and Services
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Reviewed in May 2018
A home we had bought needed radon mitigation to reduce the radon level below the EPA recommended 4 pCi/L level. Being an older home which had been extensively added onto by previous owners, the construction which included approx. 1/3 over a small basement, 1/3 over two separate areas of concrete...
Neighbors Heating Cooling Plumbing & Geothermal
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Reviewed in November 2016
They did an excellent job. Had to have a couple things repaired that was caught in the home inspection. The job was quick. The cost could always be cheaper but I was only charged a service call.
Mr. Electric of Omaha
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Reviewed in July 2016
They work quickly with modern equipment and our yard and home look very nice. We are very pleased with their work and professionalism.
Spring-Green Lawn Care
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Reviewed in September 2013
Theron is the perfect agent. He does not interrogate customers. In the past auto insurance providers seem disbelieving that I worked at home, and needed limited coverage. Theron listens and trusts more than any agent I have ever met.
AMERICAN FAMILY INSURANCE
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Reviewed in September 2013
We (my mother and I) have very steep, very high roofs. My roof, in particular is one of the highest in the area and has an extreme pitch. Carey and his team covered my built in gutters, put on a 30 year architectural shingle and new gutters. They did a great job on my home a few years ago and...
E C Siding & Windows
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Reviewed in June 2013
Mike arrived right on time and got started after introductions. He did a thorough job inspecting both buildings for a very reasonable price. He climbed up on the roofs of both inspected gutter chimneys, then around both foundations. Then inside checking both furnaces and AC units. Windows,...
The BrickKicker
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Reviewed in September 2012
As first time home buyers, all experiences were new and sometimes overwhelming. The Turzac team was there every step of the way. We were not able to see the area before moving there, and everyone from Turzac made us feel comfortable enough to buy our home sight-unseen. We bought a home in a...
TURZAC Realty
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Reviewed in September 2011
Jeff, the owner, personally came to our home. Said would be about $220-$230. Had it done and up in less than 1 week. Looks great ! They are professionals !
Pen City Sheet Metal
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Reviewed in October 2008
I picked Mr. Carter's company out of the Yellow Pages in Oskaloosa, IA where I was cleaning out my parent's home. He helped me decide on a price for the home by comparing other home sales in Oskaloosa. After the papers were signed he showed it to two clients, and within the week I had sold the...
JOHN CARTER
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SimpliSafe Home Security

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SimpliSafe Home Security

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Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 94% of Angi customers

You’d pay a fortune to keep your family safe, but you shouldn’t pay a penny more than $14.99! Most alarms systems seem like a bargain---UNTIL you look at the cost of signing a long-term alarm contract for $30, $40, sometimes even $50/month. Protect your home and your wallet with a SimpliSafe home security system. Our alarm monitoring costs just $14.99/month, and we’ll never lock you into a contract, so you are free to cancel with us anytime. Each year that you protect your family with SimpliSafe, you’ll save up to $420...that’s why the nation’s leading financial expert, Dave Ramsey, recommends SimpliSafe to all his listeners. Try SimpliSafe today! You have nothing to lose---we are so sure you’ll be happy with your alarm that we offer you a three year product warranty and a 60 Day No-Questions-Asked Full Refund Guarantee

"They are fine. Their price is very good and the hardware is holding up very well."

Sidney J on March 2022

"They are fine. Their price is very good and the hardware is holding up very well."

Sidney J on March 2022

Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

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Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

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Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 93% of Angi customers

ETR Laboratories in an analytic laboratory with a broad range of commercial, industrial and individual clients. We provide analytic services using a wide variety of scientific methods including GC/MS, IC/MS, GIR, NMR and SEM equipment. We can do particle analysis, organic and inorganic chemical analysis and micro analysis on biological and other materials. Private water analysis is our specialty. Award winning. Additional DBA - Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories Inc, ETR Labs, ETR Laboratories.

"as advertised"

Nancy C on July 2018

"as advertised"

Nancy C on July 2018

Acculevel Inc

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Acculevel Inc

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Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 92% of Angi customers

Acculevel is your foundation repair expert, serving Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky, and Ohio and been in business since 1996. Most of our repairs come with a life of the structure warranty. Acculevel begins by evaluating your entire foundation system, checking your property for the signs and causes of foundation failure. From foundation & crawlspace repair to waterproofing & encapsulation systems, Acculevel can help you protect your home-- possibly the most valuable investment you'll ever make. A dry home is a healthy home. Acculevel is committed to providing the most technologically advanced repairs to help keep your home dry and on a safe foundation. A strong foundation protects your home's structure, lowers utility bills and maintains the value of your property. Check our pictures for the signs & symptoms of foundation & water damage, and then call Acculevel for your free visual inspection. 1-866-669-3349

"STAY AWAY FROM THIS COMPANY. They took my 1st half deposit and then vanished. I have called multiple times. Spoke with someone once and they promised a call back. Never did. Emailed and no response. This was over 4 months ago. Nothing. They stole my money. Sales guy was John Mullikin. Here's their class-act response by chat. The best response I've had yet. "Conversation closed by Erika"."

Jeff N on September 2025

"STAY AWAY FROM THIS COMPANY. They took my 1st half deposit and then vanished. I have called multiple times. Spoke with someone once and they promised a call back. Never did. Emailed and no response. This was over 4 months ago. Nothing. They stole my money. Sales guy was John Mullikin. Here's their class-act response by chat. The best response I've had yet. "Conversation closed by Erika"."

Jeff N on September 2025

Absolutely Dry Basement Waterproofing

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Absolutely Dry Basement Waterproofing

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Customers say: Quick response

Recommended by 97% of Angi customers

Absolutely Dry basement Waterproofing, Inc. Is a family owned, basement specialty company. We service Eastern Iowa, and Western IL. We provide waterproofing services, inside or outside. We also repair bowed, or cracked walls. Walls can be replaced as well if need be. Egress windows can also be installed. We provide free estimates/ consultations, and travel up to 2 hours away from the Quad City area. Call us today to discuss your home's needs. Reclaim your wet basement!

"Every employee was respectful and competent. From the guys who bid the job, to the ones who did the hard work, to the after completion details, each employee did their job well. I was appreciative of their awareness for the safety of my house when they left for supplies or for lunch."

carol s on September 2021

"Every employee was respectful and competent. From the guys who bid the job, to the ones who did the hard work, to the after completion details, each employee did their job well. I was appreciative of their awareness for the safety of my house when they left for supplies or for lunch."

carol s on September 2021

The Haas Group LLC

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The Haas Group LLC

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Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 94% of Angi customers

Independent 3rd party roof inspection and consultation company.

"Ernie Haas provided a very thorough examination of our roof which enabled us (after much back and forth with our roofer (DCF Contracting)) to ensure that all necessary and required repairs were made to our roof. Mr. Haas stayed in contact with us for more than a month to ensure that any questions or issues we had were addressed."

Larry T on June 2018

Independent 3rd party roof inspection and consultation company.

"Ernie Haas provided a very thorough examination of our roof which enabled us (after much back and forth with our roofer (DCF Contracting)) to ensure that all necessary and required repairs were made to our roof. Mr. Haas stayed in contact with us for more than a month to ensure that any questions or issues we had were addressed."

Larry T on June 2018

High Tech Home Warranties

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High Tech Home Warranties

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Customers say: Terrific value

2008 years of experience

We are a one stop shop for all your home warranty needs. Our upbeat and friendly support team is always at your fingertips to respond to questions about your warranty 365 days a year! Emergency claims will be addressed within 24 hours from time claim is submitted and non-emergency claims will be addressed within 48 hours Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm. During nights and weekends non-emergency claims will not receive a call back until the next business day. Our service call deductibles range from $65 - $75.

"I had a bad computer board in my oven. they said they would not cover it because they found a roach. This is Florida we have some roaches. i do not have a bug problem. It has nothing to do with a bad computer board. This company looks for a way to deny claims. i had one other claim and they tried to deny it as well. Save yourself some agravation and stay away. They must post their own positive reviews. They took my $65.00 fee and did nothing"

marc g on August 2018

"I had a bad computer board in my oven. they said they would not cover it because they found a roach. This is Florida we have some roaches. i do not have a bug problem. It has nothing to do with a bad computer board. This company looks for a way to deny claims. i had one other claim and they tried to deny it as well. Save yourself some agravation and stay away. They must post their own positive reviews. They took my $65.00 fee and did nothing"

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Home Inspection questions, answered by experts

Living in a house with smoke damage could be safe on a temporary basis, but it depends on the severity and type of smoke damage. If you have major smoke damage or soot present from a fire, you should relocate to keep you and your family safe. Breathing in soot can cause respiratory issues, and it can contain carcinogens, so move out until you get professional remediation done. Your insurance company may cover the cost for alternative housing while your professional works.

By nature, two-prong outlets aren't grounded—but the box they run to might be, which makes them safer. The safest way to test if an outlet is grounded is to purchase a circuit tester, which cost about $20 at home improvement stores.

If you discover your outlet (or outlets) aren't grounded, know that this greatly increases your risk of personal injury and electrical fires. You may want to consider installing new three-prong ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlets. On average, the cost to install GFCI outlets is about $210 per outlet.

On average, home inspections cost about $350, ranging from $200 to $500, depending on the home’s size, age, and location, plus any specialty inspections required. Additional cost factors include testing for asbestos or conducting thermal imaging tests to find infestations, checking energy efficiency, and looking for structural or electrical problems. If your home is more than 2,000 square feet, you can expect to pay $400 or more.

Living in a termite-infested home isn’t just annoying—it’s risky. These pests can quietly chew through wood, weakening your walls, floors, and even the structure of your house. On top of the safety concerns, there’s the financial stress of repairs, not to mention potential health issues from mold or allergens stirred up by termite activity.

Yes, a seller is legally required to disclose any known fire damage when selling a house, including damages that were repaired. That includes damages to structural components and all major systems, as well as water damage, chemical damage, and smoke damage related to the fire. Sellers use a property disclosure statement, which is regulated by each state individually, to disclose fire damage.

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The Haas Group LLC

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KLINGNER & ASSOCIATES, PC

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Northwest Builders of Iowa Inc

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Should You Waive a Home Inspection?

What to Do After a House Fire: The Ultimate Checklist

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SimpliSafe Home Security

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Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

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Acculevel Inc

Absolutely Dry Basement Waterproofing

Absolutely Dry Basement Waterproofing

The Haas Group LLC

The Haas Group LLC

High Tech Home Warranties

High Tech Home Warranties

ACH Improvements

ACH Improvements

BHILL HOME INSPECTIONS LLC.

BHILL HOME INSPECTIONS LLC.

KLINGNER & ASSOCIATES, PC

KLINGNER & ASSOCIATES, PC

Northwest Builders of Iowa Inc

Northwest Builders of Iowa Inc

The Fort Madison, IA homeowners’ guide to home inspections

How Much Does a Drone Roof Inspection Cost? [2025 Data]

How Much Does a Home Inspection Cost? [2025 Data]

Buying a House As-Is: What You Need to Know

Can You Sell a House As Is Without Inspection?

Should You Waive a Home Inspection?

What to Do After a House Fire: The Ultimate Checklist

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