Mr. Home Inspector LLC

Mr. Home Inspector LLC New Jersey Home Inspection, termite and radon inspector. Buying a house or condo is one of life’s biggest decisions.

Before you close, you’ll want a NJ Home Inspector to conduct a thorough inspection of the house or condo to ascertain its true condition. All our home inspectors have first-hand knowledge of the building trades are members of the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) and International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI). An experienced inspector will provide a written report

evaluating the house’s major systems and outlying areas, including:

Exterior

•Driveways, walkways, grade steps, patios and retaining walls
•Building perimeter, land grade and water drainage adjacent to the foundation
•Identify exterior items that might adversely affect the structure
•Windows, doors, exposed area of chimneys, rain gutters and roof
Interior

•Foundation walls, grade slab and floor slab including inspection for water damage
•Exposed bearing walls, posts, piers, beams, sub-floors, chimney and stairs
•Roof structure and attic insulation
•Electrical, heating and cooling, and plumbing systems
Excluding: Underground Fuel Oil Tanks, Asbestos, Lead Paint, Radon, Termites and Mold unless requested for an additional fee.

Change your filters and use the correct size too.
03/31/2026

Change your filters and use the correct size too.

01/29/2026

Final walk-through is an important part of your buying process. In this instance a leak is obvious a few months after the home inspection but luckily before closing. The buyer will be asking for condo roof repairs and ceiling repairs.

Please, please, change your HVAC filters regularly.
01/29/2026

Please, please, change your HVAC filters regularly.

Some hose bibs installed are not a frostproof type. Exposure to freezing temperature may result in a broken valve or pi...
11/27/2025

Some hose bibs installed are not a frostproof type. Exposure to freezing temperature may result in a broken valve or piping. Locate the inside cutoff valve for these hose bibs, and shut off the water when freezing temperatures are anticipated.

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11/23/2025

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A home inspector is not required to climb the roof, but many, including me, do if it’s safe. Whether we walk the roof de...
11/20/2025

A home inspector is not required to climb the roof, but many, including me, do if it’s safe. Whether we walk the roof depends on its slope, material, condition, and weather.

🏠 Standards of Practice
NJ Regulations: Inspectors are not required to walk on roof surfaces. They must inspect the roof system and components, but this can be done from the ground, eaves, or with binoculars/drones.

Safety exclusions: Inspectors can refuse to climb if it poses danger to themselves or risks damaging the property.

✅ When Inspectors Do Walk the Roof
Flat or low-pitch roofs (3/12 or less): These are often walked because they’re hard to evaluate from the ground.

Safe conditions: Dry weather, stable shingles, and accessible rooflines make walking feasible.

Added inspection value: Walking allows inspectors to check flashings, penetrations, chimneys, skylights, gutters, and even feel the sturdiness of roof sheathing.

⚠️ When Inspectors Avoid Walking
Steep slopes: Too dangerous to walk safely.

Fragile materials: Clay tiles, slate, or barrel tiles can crack underfoot.

Wet or icy conditions: Slippery surfaces increase fall risk.

Loose shingles or granules: Walking could cause damage.

🔍 Alternatives to Walking
Ladder at the eaves: Inspectors can examine roof edges closely without stepping onto the surface.

Binoculars or cameras: Used for visual inspection from the ground.

Drones: Which requires a FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate are increasingly popular for safe, detailed roof inspections.

💡 Takeaway for Buyers & Sellers
Don’t assume climbing is guaranteed. It’s at the inspector’s discretion.

Ask beforehand: If roof condition is a major concern, clarify whether your inspector will walk it or use alternative methods.

Specialist inspections: For fragile or complex roofs, consider hiring a roofing contractor for a more thorough evaluation.

You should not run your air conditioner in the winter to check if it's working, as the low temperatures can damage the u...
11/19/2025

You should not run your air conditioner in the winter to check if it's working, as the low temperatures can damage the unit. It is best to wait for warmer weather (above \(65^{\circ }F\)) to test its cooling function.
You can perform other checks in winter, such as ensuring the outdoor unit is clear of debris, and looking at the supply vents to ensure no air is coming out when the heating system is on.

Why you shouldn't run the AC in winter, Damage to the compressor: Running the AC in cold weather can cause refrigerant to back up into the compressor, leading to damage and potential failure.

Inaccurate testing: The typical residential system is not designed to operate at cold ambient temperatures, so testing it will not give you an accurate idea of its cooling performance.

Freezing and flooding: The liquid refrigerant can back up and freeze, which can cause the unit to flood. What you can check in winter Look for airflow from vents: Your heating should be blowing warm air. If the air conditioning is on, it should be blowing no air or very cold air (depending on the system).

Check the outdoor unit for debris: Make sure the outdoor condenser unit is clear of leaves, snow, and other debris that could block airflow.Inspect the filter: A clogged air filter can affect the performance of both heating and cooling systems.

Tarring over flashing is generally a problem. It’s considered a temporary patch at best, and in most cases it hides unde...
11/18/2025

Tarring over flashing is generally a problem. It’s considered a temporary patch at best, and in most cases it hides underlying issues rather than fixing them. Over time, tar cracks, shrinks, or softens in heat, which can actually make leaks worse and damage the flashing itself.

Why Tarring Over Flashing Causes Problems
Short-lived seal: Roofing tar is not flexible. It hardens, then cracks with temperature changes, leaving gaps where water can enter.

Heat vulnerability: In hot weather, tar softens and can drip or ooze, especially around penetrations and flashing seams.

Moisture traps: Tar can trap water against the flashing or roof deck, accelerating rust, rot, or mold growth.

Masking real issues: Flashing failures are often due to separation, corrosion, or improper installation. Covering them with tar doesn’t address the root cause.

Structural risks: Persistent leaks can damage insulation, drywall, and even roof decking if flashing isn’t properly repaired.

Proper Alternatives
Instead of tarring over flashing, roofing experts recommend:

Re-sealing with compatible materials: Use elastomeric sealants or membranes designed for flexibility and UV resistance.

Resetting or replacing flashing: Remove compromised sections, check the substrate, and reinstall with correct overlaps and waterproofing.

Exposed wiring in an attic is dangerous and a serious safety hazard. It can lead to electrical shocks, fires, short circ...
11/17/2025

Exposed wiring in an attic is dangerous and a serious safety hazard. It can lead to electrical shocks, fires, short circuits, power outages, and code violations.
Dangers of exposed attic wiring
Fire hazard: Exposed wires can come into contact with flammable materials like insulation or wood, or create sparks that can ignite them.
Electrical shock: Bare, live wires can shock anyone who touches them, which can cause injury or death. This risk is especially high with older knob-and-tube wiring, which lacks modern safety features like grounding wires.
Damage to equipment: Exposed wiring can lead to short circuits, which can damage electrical appliances and cause frequent circuit trips.
Code violations: Exposed wires are generally a violation of building and electrical codes, which require all wiring to be enclosed in boxes and protected from damage.
What to do if you find exposed wiring
Stay away: Do not touch any exposed wires or damaged cords.
Contact a professional: Call a licensed electrician immediately to inspect and repair the wiring safely.
Consider professional replacement: If you discover old knob-and-tube wiring, have an electrician assess if it's active. It may need to be replaced entirely, especially if you plan to add insulation, as contractors will not work around active knob-and-tube wiring.

As the weather gets cooler and you find yourself spending more time indoors, do you know what the radon level in your ho...
10/21/2025

As the weather gets cooler and you find yourself spending more time indoors, do you know what the radon level in your home is?

WHAT IS RADON & WHY IS IT A CONCERN?
Radon is a radioactive gas that comes from the breakdown of naturally occurring uranium in soil and rock. It is invisible, odorless, and tasteless, and can only be detected by specialized tests. When radon enters homes through openings that are in contact with the ground, such as cracks in the foundation, small openings around pipes, and sump pits.

Like other radioactive materials, radon gas undergoes radioactive decay that forms decay products. Radon and its decay products release radioactive energy that can damage lung tissue in a way that causes the beginning of lung cancer.

Radon is the number one cause of lung cancer among non-smokers, according to EPA estimates. Overall, radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer. Radon is responsible for about 21,000 lung cancer deaths every year. .

Testing your home for radon is easy and homes with high levels of radon can be fixed (mitigated). The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) recommends that all homes be tested for radon. Please call me @ 201-888-5427 to get your home tested.

Radon Month, also known as National Radon Action Month, is observed every January to raise awareness about radon, a colo...
10/11/2025

Radon Month, also known as National Radon Action Month, is observed every January to raise awareness about radon, a colorless, odorless gas that can lead to lung cancer.

But you dan't have to wait until January to have your home measured for radon level. Feel free to call me @ 201-888-5427

Awareness: January is a time to educate the public about radon's dangers and promote testing and mitigation efforts.

Testing: The EPA recommends testing all homes for radon levels, as it is the second leading cause of lung cancer deaths in the U.S. after smoking.

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50 Madison Avenue
Hasbrouck Heights, NJ
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