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Turn Key Mold Inspections
4.8(
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Serving Olean, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My home inspection with Bill was a very good experience. He was very knowledgeable and explaining everything he found as we walked around and through the house. He was both professional and friendly, and I would not hesitate to recommend him to others. Many thanks, Bill!"
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Response time6 hrs
52 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Qualtek Testing Group, LLC
5.0(
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Serving Olean, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

At our company, your satisfaction is our top priority. We are committed to completing every job to the highest standards, ensuring exceptional quality and service. Discover our range of services and reach out today to book your free estimate. Let us show you the difference our dedication can make!

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Highlander Waterproofing Inc
5.0(
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Serving Olean, NY and surrounding areas

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In business since 2011

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

At Highlander Waterproofing & Foundation Repair, we are the area's trusted experts specializing in basement and crawlspace waterproofing and encapsulation, along with foundation repair services for bowing and buckling walls, floor and wall cracks, and full foundation rebuilds to name a few. When you contact Highlander for a free inspection, you are choosing a BBB A+ Accredited, two-time Torch Award for Ethics Winner, with our most recent years 2021, 2022!

Response time1 day
Response rate95%
Hydro-Solutions, Inc.
3.2(
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Serving Olean, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2013

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Hydro-Solutions, Inc., are experts in Basement Waterproofing and Foundation Repair. We are a locally owned and operated company, that values honesty and integrity in all aspects of our business. Our dedicated team of professionals, have many years of hands on experience, to provide innovative ideas and suggestions tailored to your projects. Our services are customized to your individual needs, paying close attention to the details of each project that we are involved with. Please feel free to contact us today!

Response time5 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Altra Home Inspection
4.7(
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Serving Olean, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Very professional company! Needed an inspection ASAP for a property I had go under contract and they were able to find someone to do it within the next 2 days. The report came back extremely detailed the same day just a few hours after the inspection. 100% recommend."
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by91%of homeowners
Harmony Homes
5.0(
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Serving Olean, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Harmony Homes is the local home inspector that can handle all your home inspection needs. No home too big, or too small, to take advantage of an inspection to see how you could save money or make sure your home is up to code. Being a screened and approved professional gives you the peace of mind you need to allow us to give your home the attention it deserves. Call Mike of Harmony Homes today!

Response time3 hrs
Response rate85%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Craig Thomas Pest Control
4.6(
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Serving Olean, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1996

Credit card accepted

"We have had them for about three years and we have also been very satisfied. They have been responsive to us. Once we had a snake in the basement and I did not want to deal with it, I called them. They could not help me, but they referred me to somebody else who did."
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Home Inspection questions, answered by experts

The time it takes to complete a pre-drywall inspection depends on the size of the home as well as the complexity of its build. Most take between one and three hours, but large custom homes or those with complicated HVAC, electrical, or plumbing systems take even longer. Your inspector will examine each room and each system in detail to make sure everything is properly installed and up to code.

It can be safe to buy or live in a house with knob and tube (K&T) wiring, but only if the system is in good condition, functional, and has been thoroughly inspected and approved by a licensed electrician. Never purchase a home with K&T wiring without getting a professional electrical inspection first.

Key considerations include:

  • Safety and Condition: An inspector will verify that the wiring is safe and has not deteriorated. Over time, the insulation can wear away, leaving exposed wires that pose a significant fire or shock hazard.

  • System Capacity: The electrical service should be at least 60 amps. However, even at this capacity, K&T systems often struggle to handle the demands of modern appliances and electronics.

  • Lack of Grounding: Knob and tube wiring is an ungrounded system, which is a safety concern for many modern devices.

  • Ongoing Maintenance: If you live in a home with K&T wiring, it's recommended to have it inspected by an electrician every one to two years to ensure it remains in safe working order.

Ultimately, any inspection or modification of a knob and tube system should always be performed by a certified professional.

To prepare for a pre-drywall inspection, make sure to schedule the inspection before your drywall (and preferably insulation) is installed, but after all ductwork, plumbing, electrical wiring, and framing are in. You should also print a copy of your floor plan for your inspector, which they’ll use to make sure the build matches up. Lastly, try to clear the home of major obstacles (tools, large stacks of material, etc.) to allow the inspector access to the places they need to check.

Even if a homebuyer has no intention of using the fireplace installed in the home they’re thinking of buying, it’s vital to know when the fireplace and chimney were last inspected. Aside from learning that it can operate properly, homebuyers will want to know that the structures themselves are sound and won’t affect the integrity of the surrounding home. With full knowledge, homebuyers can then make plans for any necessary repairs before they move in. 

A half bath is a selling point, adding about $8,000 to $10,000 to the overall value of your home. Removing it can decrease your home’s value—particularly if you have too few bathrooms for the number of bedrooms. That said, it may not make much difference if the number of bathrooms isn’t a problem. You could add value by utilizing that space differently, like a laundry room or workspace.

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