Inspection services for homes in Southwestern Illinois and the St. Louis area
Josh Ray performs every Focus 1 home inspection himself. For termite, radon, sewer lateral, pool, and mold inspections, we schedule independent specialty inspectors for you, so one call sets up everything you need.
Home inspections
Every Focus 1 home inspection meets or exceeds the State of Illinois Standards of Practice or ASHI standards. Your inspector meets you at the home and works through its major systems one at a time, taking notes and photos along the way.
- Performed by
- Josh Ray, Focus 1 owner
- When it happens
- About 3 hours at the home for an average house
- What you receive
- Narrative report with photos and summaries, delivered electronically
Termite inspections
A termite inspection is an important part of the home buying process. Focus 1 schedules it with a licensed pest control professional, coordinated with your home inspection, so it’s still one call for you.
- Performed by
- A licensed pest control professional
- When it happens
- Coordinated with your home inspection
- What you receive
- Wood Destroying Insect (WDI) report on standard industry forms
Radon testing
Radon is a colorless, odorless radioactive gas, and it’s the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States. You can’t see or smell it, so testing is the only way to know a home’s radon level.
- Performed by
- A licensed radon measurement professional
- When it happens
- 48-hour minimum test
- What you receive
- Results delivered electronically with your report or shortly after
Sewer lateral inspections
The sewer lateral is the underground pipe that carries wastewater from the house to the public sewer. Problems like root intrusion, cracks, offset joints, and collapsed sections are out of sight and can be expensive to repair.
- Performed by
- A carefully selected subcontractor
- When it happens
- Same time as your home inspection, when possible
- What you receive
- Verbal report on site, then a written report and video link
Pool inspections
Pools and spas are not part of a standard home inspection. If the home you’re buying has one, Focus 1 can schedule a separate pool inspection with an independent pool inspector we work with.
- Performed by
- An independent pool inspector
- When it happens
- Coordinated with your home inspection
- What you receive
- Narrative report with photos and summaries
Mold inspections
Focus 1 schedules mold inspections with an independent company. The inspection includes air sampling and laboratory testing, coordinated with your home inspection.
- Performed by
- An independent mold inspection company
- When it happens
- Coordinated with your home inspection
- What you receive
- Narrative report with photos, summaries, and laboratory results
How the services fit together
| Service | Performed by | When it happens | What you receive |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home inspection | Josh Ray, Focus 1 owner | About 3 hours at the home for an average house | Narrative report with photos and summaries, delivered electronically |
| Termite inspection | A licensed pest control professional | Coordinated with your home inspection | Wood Destroying Insect (WDI) report on standard industry forms |
| Radon testing | A licensed radon measurement professional | 48-hour minimum test | Results delivered electronically with your report or shortly after |
| Sewer lateral inspection | A carefully selected subcontractor | Same time as your home inspection, when possible | Verbal report on site, then a written report and video link |
| Pool inspection | An independent pool inspector | Coordinated with your home inspection | Narrative report with photos and summaries |
| Mold inspection | An independent mold inspection company | Coordinated with your home inspection | Narrative report with photos, summaries, and laboratory results |
Every home inspection meets or exceeds the State of Illinois Standards of Practice or ASHI standards, and every inspection is backed by our 100% Guarantee of Excellence: a full refund of the relevant fee up to 120 days after the inspection if you’re not happy for any reason.
Schedule your inspection
Call (618) 772-5994 or send a request online. Add termite, radon, sewer lateral, pool, or mold inspections on the same call.