Home Inspections in Atlantic County, NJ

Shore Homes: What We Look For

Homes near the shore face conditions inland homes don't. Depending on where the home sits, we pay extra attention to:

• Salt air corrosion on outdoor HVAC equipment, electrical panels, fasteners and metal railings
• Signs of past flooding or ongoing moisture in crawlspaces, basements and lower levels
• Raised and elevated homes on pilings or piers, including the framing, connections and stairs
• Roofing, siding, windows and flashing that take a beating from wind and storms
• Older homes that have been renovated or expanded over the years

Before you buy, it's also worth checking the home's flood zone on FEMA's flood map, since it affects flood insurance.

Radon in Atlantic County

Atlantic County has low to moderate radon potential overall. According to the NJ Department of Environmental Protection, Egg Harbor Township and Galloway are Tier 2 (moderate). In Egg Harbor Township, about 15% of homes tested came in at or above the EPA's 4.0 pCi/L action level. Hammonton, Absecon and most shore towns are Tier 3 (low). Radon levels vary from house to house even on the same street, so NJDEP recommends testing every home. Our radon test is $150.