The BrickKicker - Champlain Valley, VT
We have been providing home inspections in Vermont for years. We provide inspections in Chittenden, Franklin, Grand Isle, Lamoille, Addison, Washington County, and beyond.
Schedule an AppointmentWe have been providing home inspections in Vermont for years. We provide inspections in Chittenden, Franklin, Grand Isle, Lamoille, Addison, Washington County, and beyond.
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Commercial inspections involve a visual examination or readily objective visual examination of readily accessible areas, physical structure and operating systems of the space.
This process occurs in a timely and efficient manner, giving clients the peace of mind to continue on with business.
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Radon is a cancer-causing, radioactive gas. The Surgeon General has warned that radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer, killing 21,000 people per year in the United States. You cannot see, smell or taste radon, however, when you breathe air containing radon, you increase your risk of getting lung cancer. Testing is the only way to find out your home’s radon levels. The EPA and the Surgeon General recommend testing all homes for radon. If you find that there are high levels, the home can be fixed. Even very high levels of radon can be reduced to acceptable levels.
Most “New Construction” homes have undergone a rigorous municipal or code compliance inspection process, likely at least four “code” inspections. The BrickKicker new construction inspection goes beyond that, looking at the home for not only the functionality of the systems but those cosmetic and unfinished items as well. A new construction inspection will assist you with your Punch List creation and interpretation, helping to ensure your home is perfect before taking ownership.
Water testing is required with certain loan programs when the property is served by a private well. Laboratory testing can take several days to complete so check with your lender well before the end of your due diligence period. You should also remember that you do not have to live in a rural community or have a private well to be concerned about water quality. Older pipes could be dirty or clogged. Newer pipes could be constructed out of materials which are known to have issues. The BrickKicker is aware of these concerns and can either provide testing for you or help you arrange to have your water tested.
FHA, VA and 203K are all types of loans which will require certain minimum standards be present before a loan is presented. Systems like: Heating, Plumbing, Electrical, Structural, Roof, Thermal and Weatherproofing all require certain standards be met. The BrickKicker inspector is certified to provide the necessary documents for each one of these. There is no reason to call for one, two or every three different contractors to provide these documents.
The BrickKicker of Champlain Valley has been in business for almost 20 years here in Vermont. Guy Henning started this branch and continues to work it to this day. In July of 2022, Guy Henning handed the business to his son-in-law, Dustin LeBlanc. Dustin has worked under Guy for several years as an inspector apprentice and did not just fill his shoes but added his touch to the branch.
Here at The BrickKicker of Champlain Valley, we are proud to say we are a local family owned and operated business!
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Dustin LeBlanc is the owner and a Certified Professional Home inspector with BrickKicker Inspection Services Vermont. In addition to being a Vermont State licensed home inspector, he is a Marine Corps Veteran with an extensive background in residential and commercial construction, as well as home inspections and building performance, and holds a construction management degree from Vermont Tech.
Dustin is a “hands-on” home inspector with real-world construction experience that is very valuable during a home inspection. Born and raised in Vermont, Dustin knows old houses and the nuances you can see in them. He enjoys home inspections seeing he likes to make the home buying journey as comfortable as it can be for his clients.
When Dustin is not inspecting, he is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys spending time with his wife Meghan, and son Owi.
With deep roots in the community, thorough home inspections, detailed reports, and an honest, objective opinion, you can rest assured that you are hiring the best there is for your home inspection!
Guy Henning is a Certified Professional Home inspector with BrickKicker Inspection Services Vermont. Guy started BrickKicker of Champlain Valley in 2003, after a 40-year stint as a master plumber. Guy has an extensive background in commercial plumbing in Canada and the United States.
Guy enjoys working and educating clients in this home-buying journey. He finds it fun to see how excited clients are to view the potential new house and be able to assist in any worries they may have about their potential investment.
When Guy is not working, he is in sunny Florida with his wife, Diane and dog Jack.