- PO Box 221
Reese, MI 48757 - +1 (989) 249-3872
We are a team of detailed-oriented professionals who always have their client’s best interest in mind when conducting inspections. We strive to be meticulous and client-centered in all our inspections. We are completely dedicated to helping buyers find peace of mind, and we want each client to be able to make an informed and confident decision when it comes to what will likely be their greatest investment, their home.
We perform meticulous home inspections to help our clients make confident and informed decisions on the path to purchasing their home. Our client-centered approach will leave you feeling assured that we have your best interest in mind.
Real estate home inspections are performed to give the potential buyer a snapshot of the condition of the property at the time of inspection. The buyer then knows the condition of the house, and they can make a confident and well-informed purchase decision. We are not building code inspectors; our primary focus is safety and functionality. Real estate home inspections are non-invasive, but rest assured that all readily available parts of the home will be thoroughly checked for structural and safety issues. Any issues or suspected issues will be documented in the client’s personal home inspection report and corrective actions, if any, will be suggested. An average home inspection will take from three to five hours, depending on the size of the house and whether any additional testing is desired. We always encourage clients to be present during the home inspection to ask questions, but it is not necessary.
Septic systems are an often overlooked, yet integral, part of many homes. Since septic tank and field replacement can be costly, Great Lakes Home Inspectors, LLC suggests an additional inspection and flow test to make sure the system that is currently installed is operating properly, without any leaks or other safety and functionality issues.
Radon is a tasteless, odorless, naturally occurring gas, which (at elevated levels) can cause severely negative health effects; radon is said to be the number one cause of lung cancer in nonsmokers in the United States. Great Lakes Home Inspectors, LLC works closely with a certified, independent lab to complete radon testing and get results as quickly as possible.
There are many different types of mold in the environment that can negatively impact health. With Great Lakes Home Inspectors, LLC, any visible staining or “mold like substances” will be documented in our report as part of our basic home inspection service package. Additionally, we can work with a certified, independent lab to have any suspected mold professionally analyzed.
Samples are collected and sent to a certified, third-party lab to run an analysis on water quality. This test will check for the presence and levels of the following: E. coli, total coliform bacteria, nitrate, nitrite, lead, and arsenic. We recommend this to all owners that use well water. Additionally, we can work with a certified, independent lab to have any suspected mold professionally analyzed.
Several other lab-based tests are available up on client request; we are happy to discuss those options in person or over the phone with the client.