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Trebor Home Inspections
5.0(
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Serving Charlottesville, VA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Warranties offered

My name is Robert Foster. As a full time home inspector with over 32 years of experience working on clients' homes, including an architectural degree, I bring an extensive knowledge base with me to your home inspection. As a buyer, you want a home inspector who will thoroughly examine the home's primary systems in order to discover anything that should be corrected prior to your purchase. My reports are easy to read with color coded comments, pictures and meaningful recommendations you can trust.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Clatterbuck Home Inspections, LLC
4.8(
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Serving Charlottesville, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2008

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"I lived in Arizona where an inspection includes a drippy faucet or burned our light bulb so to be fair, I am not sure what requirements Virginia has. We were not here but sent our son-in-law to participate. Since we have been in, our pipes bang when the water is turned on. Our electric patio screen was ripped up the side. The plug unit behind the tv that was left is literally falling out of the wall and taking wall with it. One of the blinds that we will be changing anyway, was not screwed in and I tried to open it and the entire thing fell on me. I have a box of electrical wires in the closet in a box. The box cover was broken, lying on the floor and all the 30+ wires were hanging out to the floor. The only other thing I can recall and probably too cosmetic was each bath room had towel bats, none match and also falling out of the wall. They had obviously repainted and their was paint on everything, light fixtures, cabinets etc. These things would have been noted in a AZ inspection but as I said, maybe not required in VA."
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Secure Home Inspections LLC
4.6(
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Serving Charlottesville, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Warranties offered

There are only two things you need to know about us.\n\nFirst, our inspectors are cross-trained house experts skilled in finding the conditions that give you a clearer picture of the house you're buying. That includes positive attributes such as a new roof and defects like a leaking roof. \n\nThe second is that we all love our jobs and take pleasure in providing high-quality service and the easiest-to-read reports in the industry.

Recommended by89%of homeowners
Central-Va-Radon.com
4.9(
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Serving Charlottesville, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Visit www.central-va-radon.com for more information. Central VA Radon is a certified and licensed contractor for Radon Mitigation and testing. We are a local business, personable and like to work out the best possible solution together with you. Keeping your budget in mind, we offer EPA approved systems for finished/ unfinished basements, crawl spaces and slab-on grades ( no basement). We visit your home and give free written estimates. Prompt response and turn- around service, just give us a call at 434.981.4003

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Cavalier Home Inspection
4.4(
5
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Serving Charlottesville, VA and surrounding areas

In business since 2005

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Cavalier Home Inspection offers professional home inspection services in Charlottesville, VA and its surrounding areas. We can ensure you of an accurate and impartial inspection. To avoid conflict of interest, our inspectors neither solicit work nor recommend repair services. You can expect prompt service not only in Charlottesville, but throughout Central Virginia. Our inspectors will provide an onsite report with photographs to support and/or illustrate the report findings. \n\nWith over 25 years in the home building industry, Cavalier Home Inspection is an outstanding choice for your home inspection needs. As part of our commitment to excellence, our fully insured inspectors receive ITA continuing education training to keep informed of the latest developments in the housing industry. In addition, we have memberships and/or certifications from the following trade associations: American Society of Home Inspectors; National Association of Home Inspectors; National Radon Safety Board (Certification #4SS0045); Virginia Association of Real Estate Inspectors; Virginia State Certified (#3380-000244).\n\nSpecial offer for Angie's List members: $25 off any complete home inspection for a single family home (not condos or townhouses) in the greater Charlottesville area. Does not include Radon test. Call today to schedule an appointment!

Recommended by80%of homeowners
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FAQs for radon gas abatement projects in Charlottesville, VA

The only way to know whether your home or water supply contains radon is to schedule a professional test. A qualified radon inspector will collect samples, deliver lab-verified results, and explain the findings for $150 to $800. Once you know your exact levels, you and your radon mitigation pro can choose the right system and tackle the problem before it affects your family’s health.

Both roles tackle radon, but they focus on different steps. Inspectors test your home, interpret the results, and determine whether levels exceed EPA guidelines. Mitigation pros design and install the system that lowers those levels. Some companies do both, but the skills and equipment differ, so always verify that the person you hire is properly certified for the specific service you need.

Installing a mitigation unit fixes radon problems by reducing indoor gas levels to established safe standards. A system designed and installed by a mitigation expert, tailored to your home's specific layout and foundation, guarantees effective radon reduction. This expert installation ensures consistent performance over time while safeguarding your indoor air quality.

Open windows and doors do not reduce radon levels because they trigger a pressure imbalance that draws radon-laden air into your home. This practice fails to control radon concentration and can even worsen the issue. An active suction mitigation system provides a proven, safe, and effective solution to reliably reduce radon levels.

Radon mitigation systems generally last between 10 and 30 years, depending on system type and maintenance. Passive systems endure the longest because they have no moving parts, whereas active systems, which use a fan, require fan replacement every 5 to 10 years. System components, such as PVC pipes, seals, and fittings, can remain effective for decades when paired with periodic inspections and proper maintenance.

Radon mitigation systems consume between 300 and 3,000 kWh of electricity per year, depending on fan size and system design. On average, an active radon fan draws 100 to 300 watts continuously, which translates to roughly 876 kWh annually, and adds $30 to $300 to your energy bill each year. Choosing a high-efficiency fan and ensuring tight sealing around pipes helps minimize these ongoing costs.

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