A rental house in Oswego might soon get a home inspection certification following a recent chemical treatment meant to solve the cockroach infestation problem of the property.
Licensing or Certification? Different states have different regulations, but the serious professional Home Inspector will take what ever steps are necessary to legitimize themselves in the eye of the client.
We are all responsible for our environment. This is why we need to take part in whatever change that will bring positively impact Mother Nature. There have been many efforts to help save our environment or improve its current state. Even the home building industry is doing its part. Home building is one of the major contributors to the deterioration of the natural resources because of the materials used and the processes involved in the construction.
An ordinance has been proposed in Collinsville which will establish a health and security home inspection certification program in the city, along with a crime mitigation housing effort.
The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) is an internationally recognized green building certification system. First developed by the U.S. Green Building Council, this system has been adopted by many countries around the world. Residential and commercial contractors know that promoting their project as LEED Certified will shine a positive light on the building, resulting in a higher property value.
When contractors use low or non-VOC paints and adhesives, install laminate flooring instead of carpet, and incorporate an effective air exchange or ventilation system – all requirements in LEED construction and design – families can literally breathe easier.
President Obama has signed a bill to extend the current tax credit for homebuyers up to April of this year. This was done in order to get more individuals who qualify avail of the credit and improve home sales for the real estate industry.