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New Jersey (NJ) Environmental Inspections, Surveys Information<\/h1>\n

It seems that we hear a lot about environmental concerns these days. Much of it is simply the result of a greater awareness than in the past. And even though there isn\u2019t anything to be concerned with in most homes, there are still a number of potential home environmental issues that NJ buyers should be aware of Well Water quality is probably the most common concern and the one most often tested for.<\/p>\n

The New Jersey Private Well Testing Act<\/h3>\n

Typically, a basic water quality test will check pH, water hardness, the presence of fluoride, sodium, iron and manganese, plus bacteria such as E-coli. Additionally, water may be tested for the presence of lead or arsenic. In New Jersey homes built before 1978, lead based paint may be present. If the home you plan to purchase is constructed prior 1978.<\/p>\n

You may want to invest in a lead base paint inspection.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The cost to renovate can exceed your budget if there is lead base paint present. NJ Landlords As required by a new statute, the Lead Hazard Control Assistance Act of home of three or more dwelling.The entire structure interiors to be free of lead base paint.<\/p>\n

The EPA\u2019s Renovation, Repair, and Painting Final Rule (40 CFR 745) requires that beginning April 22, 2010. The law requires the contractor to be trained in the EPA Certified Renovator, EPA Certified Lead Dust Wipe Technician and NJ Department of Community Affairs (DCA) Regulations Certificate Program. NJ home Owners do it yourself Lead test Kits recognition by the EPA. Read about EPA- Recognized lead test kits & the Agency’s effort to evaluate the effectiveness of lead test kits.<\/p>\n

Lead renovation rule guide for real estate agents and brokers<\/strong><\/p>\n

EPA Issues Fines for Lead Rule Violations<\/p>\n

Replacement contractor pays nearly $20K in administrative action<\/p>\n

Another common environmental concern with the NJ home is radon. Radon is a radioactive gas that comes from the natural decay of uranium in the soil. Pretty much all New Jersey homes have some radon present; tests can determine if the level present is higher than what is considered safe. If the level is too high, a radon reduction system will need to be installed.<\/p>\n

In older homes built up 1980’s, asbestos was used in many types of insulation and other building materials. If the asbestos is releasing fibers into the air, it needs to be removed or repaired by a New Jersey AHERA professional contractor specializing in asbestos cleanup. But, if the asbestos material is in good repair, and not releasing fibers, it poses no hazard and can be left alone.<\/p>\n

We can arrange a Lead base Paint inspection with XRF, , Well water or private water testing, Radon screening air\/water, Mold sampling, aboveground oil storage inspections & more.<\/p>\n

As part of our services we can include a screening of potential land contamination records within \u00bd mile of your potential home for additional fee. As part of our services we can include a screening of potential land contamination records within \u00bd mile of your potential home for additional fee. These records show the removal of former heating oil tanks, leaking gas stations, leaking dry cleaners, former landfills, industrial spills and other sites where releases have occurred. We use a company called EDR that has been aggregating these records for over 20 years and has 23 million records in their database.\u201d[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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