What is Radon?

Radon is a natural gas that’s produced when uranium in the soil breaks down, and it’s released into the air and water. Unfortunately, radon is completely undetectable by humans, so you could be exposed to high levels of radon and not even know it!

Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer (after cigarette smoke), and the EPA estimates that radon leads to more deaths each year than drunk driving. If you smok...

Giles Property Inspection is please to announce that Andrew Giles is now credentialed as a Certified Master Inspector (CMI), which is the inspection industry's top professional designation. 

The Master Inspector Certification Board has awarded the Certified Master Inspector (CMI) designation to Mr. Giles for demonstrating the highest level of competency by completing 1,000 fee-paid inspections and/or hours of inspection-related...

As you may be aware, until now anyone could be a Home Inspector in Ohio, there was absolutely zero oversight. This has all changed. 

With the passage of House Bill 211 anyone wishing to be a Home Inspector must be licensed as of November 1, 2019. 

Giles Property Inspection is proud to announce that they have already received their license to perform Home Inspections in Ohio. You may verify the status of the license usi...

 Taking the Time to Test Your Home for Radon Could Save the Lives of You and Your Loved Ones

Most everyone knows that the sun gives off natural radiation, which can damage your eyes and skin. And, most people take action to protect themselves and their children from the sun’s rays. But did you know that the earth gives off natural radiation too, which can seep into your home and become an indoor air hazard for your family? This...

#1  Not draining outdoor faucets

Frozen water, even a little bit, has the potential to cause significant damage. Rather than wait for your pipes to freeze and burst, detach the hose from the outdoor faucet, drain it, then use a simple protector to prevent cold air from entering your pipes. 

Like this one

( https://smile.amazon.com/kingleder-Outdoor-Faucet-Covers-Protection/dp/B078JR16H2/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1538186821&sr=8-6&...

Radon and Cancer

What is radon?

Radon is a radioactive gas released from the normal decay of the elements uranium, thorium, and radium in rocks and soil. It is an invisible, odorless, tasteless gas that seeps up through the ground and diffuses into the air. In a few areas, depending on local geology, radon dissolves into ground water and can be released into the air when the water is used. Radon gas usually exists at very low le...

Lets start with the purpose of your gutter system. It is designed, if done right, to remove water as far away from the structure and foundation as possible. If your system is not working correctly, over time you home will begin to show signs of excess moisture. 

Without proper drainage your crawl space or basement will be more damp than ideal, this can cause mold & mildew, spalling or efflorescence of the stone or concrete. The...

Your home is likely the largest investment you
will ever make. A home inspection is an
inexpensive way to discover the unbiased
condition of your home. Home inspections are
vital in preventing the purchase of a property
with a lengthy repair list that may not be
obvious to the buyer. Having a Certified
Professional Home Inspector conduct a thorough
inspection of the prospective property can
possibly save you a lot of money.

Con...

Home inspections are an indispensable part of the home-buying process. Buying a home without one is the same as buying a car without even kicking the tires.

Any good real estate agent will recommend you include a home inspection clause when you make an offer on a house. That usually means you’ll be paying for the inspection, so you need to know what you’re getting for your money.

The Value of a Home Inspector

A qualified home ins...

EDITOR’S NOTE: Need some reinforcements in the battle of the stink bugs? Here’s a story from March 2016 written by former Beacon Journal home and garden writer Mary Beth Breckenridge. 

I’ve had it with stink bugs.

Like lots of Northeast Ohio homes, my house has become a haven for the creepy crawlers for the last few winters. Apparently, Chez Breck is the Sarasota of the local insect population.

A day doesn’t pass that I don’...