During a site walk-through on a property due-diligence survey, such as a Property Condition Assessment (PCA), there are certain common recommended upgrades and repairs. These items range from immediate code deficiencies, life safety issues, general replacement and/or deferred maintenance. One of the most common site issues is the upkeep of…

We have a lot of clients come to us and are surprised when we provide them updates at each stage of the process. We consider each Phase 1 to have 3 maybe 4 milestones. Our goal is to let our clients know the status at every Milestone. Here are the…

Asbestos is a Naturally Occurring Mineral. The State Rock of CA is an Asbestos Rock! We are not joking. California is one of three states that has a significant amount of naturally occurring asbestos (NOA) throughout the state. The other areas with an abundance of NOAs are Fairfax, Virginia and…

Radon testing must follow the procedures established by the American Association of Radon Scientists and Technologists, Protocol for Conducting Radon and Radon Decay Product Measurements in Multifamily Buildings Section III (ANSI-AARST MAMF-2010), with the exception that at least 25 percent of the ground level apartment units will be tested. The…

The National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA), which all Federal agencies must follow, mandates that properties considered for HUD programs must not contain hazardous materials that could impact the occupants personal health and safety. To assist in achieving compliance for HUD programs, the Federal Radon Action Plan was developed…

California children with an Elevated Blood Lead Level can be the first ways to detect potential lead poisoning for children under the age of 6... (more…)