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Jeremy was the best to work with! He was on time, very thorough in his explanations of his findings, and took time with my clients to make sure he answered all of their questions. He was detailed, and provided follow up when we needed additional questions answered. He went above and beyond! Best, quality, customer service I’ve seen in a long time! I’ll recommend him and Atlanta Property Inspections every time!
This was our first experience with Atlanta Property Inspections, Frank Cooper was the lead inspector and he was inspecting a new construction one bedroom plus den in Alpharetta for a buyer client of ours. The inspection report was both detailed and comprehensive. We have tried out a few premium home inspection companies over the past year, looking for a good additional inspection resource, and based on our experience with Frank Cooper, I think we have found it.
Thorough knowledge of items addressed in report. Home inspector was able to communicate any issues found with buyer and help explain the different items and their severity.
I would like to recommend Brandon for his excellent job during the inspection. He is very professional, thorough and is an expert in his field. I enjoyed his partnership during inspection, the knowledge he shared of the risks of certain issues was incredible. I am very glad that he inspected the house for us and wishing him more success in future.
This was my first experience with Atlanta Property Inspections. Alex Sozonov was my inspector. Very oriented details and willing to explained all questions with professional knowledge. Report came into my email box late night. Clearly, it has been covered all details. Plus, show up on time.
I called several companies for quotes, and I felt that Atlanta Property Inspections was the most welcoming! Thereafter, I had a wonderful experience at the inspection. My inspector was thorough, kind, and willing to explain things and answer my questions on site. He was very knowledgeable and very friendly. I am glad I did not skip the inspection for this 950 square foot condo, and the review has been very helpful, during my due diligence period in evaluating this potential home.
Atlanta property inspections gave me a very competitor quote and stuck to it for final pricing. They were able to get someone out to do the inspection so quickly. Frank and James were very thorough and helpful during the process they encouraged me to look at what they found, the good and bad, so I knew exactly what I am buying. I couldn't have asked for a better inspection experience!
Dustin is VERY Detailed Oriented and found items and suggestions on the home that I would have never thought of, the report provided very good insight on how to move forward with the sale of the home! The staff at API was great to work with!
Frank Cooper and his team from Atlanta Property Inspections, Inc were excellent! They arrived on time and thoroughly inspected all areas of the property I was considering renting. They found things that needed to be repaired by the landlord before we signed the lease. Frank reviewed his findings with us. He explained all of his concerns, and he patiently answered all of our questions. Then the next day I received a very detailed report that included several pictures and detailed explanations. If you want a kind, knowledgeable, and thorough inspector, don’t hesitate to call Frank Cooper with Atlanta Property. I would highly recommend him! Truly a 5 star company!
Dustin was very knowledgeable and friendly and made my client feel confident in his explanations. He was quick to point out the positives of the home he was inspecting. His report was delivered within 18 hours of the inspection and had plenty of photos and very easy explanations in laymen's terms. I highly recommend Atlanta Property Inspections.
03 2022
A carpet is one of the items that make a house, a home. It makes our homes look beautiful and makes us feel cozy. However, it’s not only about the aesthetic. Carpets are also great for your house because of their performance, value, and sustainability. They increase the quality of life in homes by cushioning the impact of slips and falls, reducing noise, and making learning and concentration easier. In addition to this, carpets nowadays are eco-friendly, stain- and fade-resistant, and durable enough to sustain heavy foot activity. However, they can be affected in different environments. For example, what if you have a water leak or water has entered your property? This leak would cause mold to grow on your property and most carpets are especially good places for mold spores to grow.
Moisture becomes trapped in the dense fibers that make up the weave of a carpet when it gets wet. It doesn’t have to be fully wet either; it can be moisture from a ceiling leak, a basement flood, a plumbing problem, high humidity, or simply cleaning. In a carpet, the weave is usually linked to a backing. If the backing also becomes wet or moisture penetrates, the moisture might be trapped beneath the carpet. This is especially a nightmare because a wet carpet will stay wet until you actively attempt to dry it with many different methods including fans, a hot air drier, or a dehumidifier. Unfortunately, with the trapped moisture, the perfect environment for the mold is created.
There are a few options for getting rid of it. The first thing you should try to do is to see if you can get the humid, moist air out of the room for clean air. Try open a window and door to let the smell and moisture of the mold get out. You can even try to take the carpet outside and let it stay there for about 2 days. The second thing you can do is to see if the mold is present only in a small area. If this is the case, it would be easier to remove. However, if you see the mold in the backing, you probably need to replace it. You can try to remove the mold by cutting it out. The next thing you can try is baking soda and vinegar. These are easy home tricks that have been used for many years. If they don’t work either, try an anti-fungal spray next. There are carpet-safe versions of the spray which you can consider.
Finally, if you've tried everything and still can't get rid of the mold, then it's time to hire a professional home inspectors in Duluth area. Call Atlanta Property Inspection specialist to diagnose the problem. Our professionals will trace back the root of the mold and will locate the source to prevent further damage to your health and the safety of your house. If you need property inspection or mold inspection, call us today!
