Well Certification and Water Quality: Ensuring Safe and Clean Water for Your Home

December 10, 2024 | Environmental Services

At Chester County Home Inspections, one of our core services is Well Certification. This essential service certifies whether your well and its equipment are in good working condition and capable of supplying the water needed to sustain your household. We evaluate critical factors such as water yield, flow rate, pressure, and the overall condition of related water delivery components to give homeowners peace of mind.Understanding Common ContaminantsIn addition to inspecting and testing the well water delivery system, we assess the status of installed water treatment systems to determine their effectiveness in addressing potential water contaminants. Here are the most common contaminants found in well water:Sediment: Soil particles carried by groundwater into the well. The amount depends on the soil type in the area.Microorganisms: Bacteria, such as coliform and E. coli, can render water unsafe to drink.Iron: Present in two forms – Ferric (solid) and Ferrous (dissolved). Iron is a nuisance … Continued

Radon Basics

October 5, 2023 | Environmental Services

This is a publication by the Pennsylvania Dept. of Environmental Protection regarding radon in homes. It explains the essence of radon gas, how radon gets into your home, and radon mitigation methods. We are required to send you this publication when we performed a radon gas test on your home or prospective home.Pennsylvania_Citizens_Guide_To_Radon.pdf

Air Quality Dangers Most Landlords Don’t Know

August 18, 2022 | Environmental Services

Keeping your rental property in good condition is one of the most important tasks of being a landlord. For most property owners, this task might mean staying on top of electrical and plumbing repairs or scheduling inspections for their appliances. However, a crucial component most landlords overlook is the air their tenants breathe. Poor air can be detrimental to our health. Several studies link it to the development of allergies and other respiratory complications like asthma. Thus, every property owner that prioritizes their tenants’ health and well-being needs to pay attention to their surroundings. Do you wonder what the potential pollutants are? Or what impact bad air has? This article delves into air quality dangers most landlords don’t know. Sources of Dangerous Air Quality 1. Dust Dust is one of the most common air pollutants in any home. Sometimes they also include tiny microscopic pests, which we call dust mites. They’re common in places … Continued

Environmental Services to Ensure the Safety of Your New Home

June 4, 2019 | Buyer Inspections

If you’re in the market to purchase a home, you know you’ll need a professional home inspection before the deal is done. However, sometimes a basic inspection isn’t enough. It’s a good idea to check into the extra inspections available to you. Many future homeowners don’t realize how many environmental dangers are lurking in homes and could pose a serious health risk. Fortunately, our team at Chester County Home Inspections offers a variety of environmental services so you can have peace of mind in your new Chester Springs, PA, home.

(484) 212-1600

Environmental Services