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Radon is a naturally-occurring radioactive gas that can cause lung cancer. Radon gas is inert, colorless and odorless. Radon is naturally in the atmosphere in trace amounts. Outdoors, radon disperses rapidly and, generally, is not a health issue. Most radon exposure occurs inside homes, schools and workplaces. Radon gas becomes trapped indoors after it enters buildings through cracks and other holes in the foundation. Indoor radon can be controlled and managed with proven, cost-effective techniques. 

Source: epa.gov

Radon mitigation is any process used to reduce radon gas concentrations in the breathing zones of occupied buildings, or radon from water supplies. 

Source: wikipedia.org

A test used to determine the levels of radon in a building.

Active devices need electrical power and include continuous monitoring devices (continuous radon monitors, continuous working level monitors). Active devices detect and record radon or its daughter products continuously. They are generally more expensive and require professionally trained testers for their operation. 

Source: howstuffworks.com 

A raised foundation typically consists of a foundation stemwall and footing supporting the exterior walls of the house, with the middle portion supported on posts and piers. Sometimes in more modern raised foundations there is a stemwall bisecting the middle of the house. 

Source: craftsmanfoundation.com

THE RECALLCHEK PROCESS

Making America's Homes Safer One appliance at a time . .

How it works:

• Appliance data for a property is submitted to RecallChek through a number of means depending on which is most appropriate.

• At RecallChek Headquarters, your manufacturers and model numbers are computer matched against MILLIONS of recalls using our Model Number Algorithm (MNA).

• RecallChek will then hand-check the report, to eliminate wrong numbers from worn plates and ID cards, and other problems.

• In the event of a potential recall, RecallChek issues a report including

1) the nature of the recall,

2) where the product was sold,

3) how to remedy the defect, and

4) how to get the item repaired / replaced in most cases - absolutely FREE 

Source: recallchek.com 

A re-inspection is a revisit to determine if previously identified issues have been completed in a workmanlike manner. 

Source: usinspect.com

A relocation home inspection, known in the industry as a Relocation Property Assessment is done primarily to provide a professional opinion of the relocating employee’s main dwelling and its immediate surrounding area in its “as is” condition as of the date of assessment, limited to definitions and guidelines as established by the corporate client. It is a visual, non-invasive evaluation detailing apparent defects (not cosmetic deficiencies) that call for corrective action limited to three categories:

• Structure

• Unsafe or hazardous conditions

• Inoperative systems or appliances

Source: www.msigts.com 

The Repair Estimate Report (RER), provided through PORCH, uses the details from your inspection to create cost estimates that agents and clients can use during their negotiation process. 

Source: inspectionsupport.net

An inspection done after repairs have been made by the seller based on findings during the initial home inspection.

Source: UNVERIFIED

Repair Pricer is the industry standard for converting inspection reports into accurate repair estimates during the complex home purchasing process, enabling homebuyers and their realtors to act quickly and confidently during the critical home inspection period.

Source: businesswire.com 

Roof inspections are simply inspections that determine the integrity of a roof, how long it may last, and when it will need to be replaced.

Source: homeadvisor.com 

Note: It is not a guarantee that the inspector will be able to inspect the roof. Common reasons would be due to inability to access or steepness of the roof. If you ever have a question, contact the inspector.