Inspection Services & Prices

Structural Mechanical Electrical (Price varies see chart below)
The structural mechanical and electrical is the basic visual inspection that is performed on a structure for most real estate transactions. The inspection involves a visual inspection of the foundation, structural frame, mechanical (heating and plumbing systems) and the electrical systems. This inspection is intended to verify the working condition of these components or the lack of. In some cases this inspection can reveal clues that may indicate defects or other problems in the structure or its components. This is the basic first step in any structural investigation and should be preformed on all structures prior to purchase. This service must be preformed by an experienced contractor or engineer. There are many time consuming tests and optional inspection services that may or may not be needed in addition to the SME Inspection.

Optional Services

1. Environmental Inspections - $250.00
InspectCO now offers an optional environmental report to our clients upon request. The report discloses instances of recorded contamination on or near the property such as:

• Leaking Underground and/or Leaking Above Ground Storage Tanks
• Landfills
• State Hazardous Waste Sites
• Federal Priority and Proposed “Superfund” Sites (most serious)
• Emergency Response Notification Sites
• Clandestine Drug Lab Sites (“Meth Labs”)
• Center for Disease Control Environmental Health Assessments
• Active and Former Department of Defense Sites
• Radioactive Material Activity Sites

The environmental reports will disclose if any of these records of contamination are within a 300 foot radius (a 6 acre circle) of the target property, as well as what is beyond 300 feet, up to accepted EPA search distances. Our fee for this service is $200.00. Our office can provide a detailed report the same day if requested before 12:00pm.

2. Radon Testing - $200.00
Radon is not a common problem to all structures and is a geographical problem in nature; therefore the test may not be necessary in some areas of the country. Colorado is a high risk area and we recommend that all structures be tested prior to occupation. There is no law requiring this test before purchase so the test is optional. InspectCO Building Inspections uses the Sun Nuclear Continuous Radon Monitor, model number 102730. This monitor is placed in the lowest living area of the structure for 48 to 60 hours (depending on the structure conditions prior to placement). The test results are electronic and can be delivered when the test equipment is recovered.

3. Water PCB Testing - $240.00
The PCB (particle, chemical and bacteria) test is used to insure potable water quality. In most cases this test is performed on well water. The test will show water particle content as well as Chemical and bacteria content. The water sample is taken directly from the tap with the diffuser removed. The sample is delivered to the lab the same day with results in 48 hours.

4. Well Flow Test - $150.00
The well flow test is to insure proper function of the well and its pump components. A flow and pressure gauge is installed in line and monitored continuously for one hour to insure that the flow and pressure level meet the requirements for the specific well and components.

5. Drain Line Camera Inspection - $490.00
The Drain Line Camera Inspection is preformed by using a Wohler VIS 220 Service Camera. The inspection will reveal damaged, deteriorated or blocked drain lines. This inspection will reveal hidden problems to a prospective buyer as well as help a service contractor to know where and how to perform a service repair.

6. Septic System Inspection - $900.00
The septic system inspection is more complex than a client may realize. Most inspection firms simply dig the tank lids and look into a full system. There is no way that you can perform a proper system inspection without pumping the system out. The first step is to run the system to insure that the drain field is operational. Then you must pump the system in order to insure that the components are structurally sound. This inspection is important for systems that are over Ten years old. $850 is the minimum fee and can be more if the system is over 1000 gallons

7. Mold Asbestos Lead Test - $390.00 Per sample
The Mold, Asbestos and Lead Testing is conducted indoors as well as outdoors. Mold and asbestos samples are taken using an Allegro Rotary Vane air pump and Allegro M2 Multi Mold Cassettes. The samples are taken in any areas requested as well as one outdoor air quality sample for comparison. The Lead test is conducted by removing physical samples from all areas requested. All samples and cartridges are delivered to the lab and analysis results are delivered within 24 hours of sample removal.

Construction Defect Investigation
InspectCO Building Inspections has been hired to perform this service by various law firms that represent the owner/plaintiff against a builder/contractor. The construction defect investigation is a destructive investigation that is preformed on new structures where problems have been discovered. This is the next step in the structural investigation. The focus of investigation may be limited to one area of concern or it can be broad and focus on the entire structure and all related components. This inspection is not limited and includes Foundation Coring Services, Foundation Soils Analysis, Structural Analysis, Building Code Inspections and Consulting. We provide this service in all 50 states and in Canada. For a price on this service please contact Ben Teague.

Construction Progress Inspection
InspectCO Building Inspections provides a phase or progress inspection during the building process. We perform this service for builders/contractors as well as prospective home owners. We have discovered thru experience that the local government building officials do not enforce building codes in most areas or are very lax in the enforcement at best. We perform code inspections for our clients to help ensure that the structure is code compliant. Thru our experience in the Construction Defect Investigation and the Construction Progress Inspection, we have never found a completely Code Compliant Structure. For a price on this service please contact Ben Teague.

Thermal Scan Analysis
The thermal Scan is performed using an Infrared Solutions Flex Camera Model T. This is one of the most sensitive and expensive Test Cameras in production. The thermal scan can be used in a wide variety of needs ranging from energy loss to system location and inspection. The thermal scan equipment works by allowing the inspector to see and measure in the infrared portion of the spectrum which can reveal anomalies that may be indicative of problems in buildings and their components – electrical, mechanical, plumbing, water proofing and insulation systems. For visual demonstration please refer to the infra red photo section on our website. For a price on this service please contact Ben Teague.

Nation Wide Commercial Inspection
InspectCO Building Inspections will perform commercial inspection service across the country. We have an experienced on staff Engineer (Tim Koepke) and are available to evaluate large scale structural analysis on multi story buildings in all fifty states. Our national inspection services are available by appointment and will be priced according to the size of the structure and complexity of the job.

For more information call:
Silverthorne: 970-262-9240
Denver: 303-800-4731