The Tramex Moisture Encounter Plus is the workhorse in the inspection industry. No qualified inspector would leave home without this tool or one similar to it. This allows the inspector to measure the moisture levels at and around typical high moisture areas such as tub and shower surrounds, under sinks, flooring, old stains, etc. This is a non-evasive tool leaving no marks. <<

Multi-purpose laser level used to determine plumb and level. Used only at the request of the client.                                 >>

The Extech Moisture meter is used to measure moisture behind exterior walls such as stucco and synthetic stucco. One drawback is it requires that small holes be drilled into cladding material. <<

Wheel or roller measuring device used to calculate rough square footage of living area. This tool also used only at request of client.                                >>

Tic tracer used to determine if any abandoned electrical wires are active.                                 >>

A good quality stud finder can come in handy in determining not only stud spacing, but can be used to estimate beam and post dimensions. <<

Just your basic drain cover used to determine the functional flow of all the drains at the plumbing fixtures. All fixtures are fully flooded and observed.                                >>

Ideal Multimeter used to determine voltage, continuity, and amperage issues commonly found in the home. <<

Extendable inspection mirror used to view behind and around tight areas such as washers, dryer, heater, etc.                                 >>

Basic three bulb tester used to evaluate outlet wiring and test the GFCI outlets commonly installed near water and at the exterior. <<

Water pressure gauge used to determine acceptable plumbing psi range (between 45 and 60 psi). <<

Compass.                                 >>

500,000 candle spotlight to light up any darkspace allows for clear viewing.                              >>

Laser thermometer used to check AC temperature split, attic temp., appliances, wiring,etc. <<

A good pair of binocculars enable distance viewing at both the exterior and for attic viewing. <<

Thermal Imaging Camera by FLIR used for multiple system analysis-see Thermal Imaging page. Very few if any Hawaii home inspection services offers this. Not used in all inspections.

These are some the tools that I use most frequently to perform my inspections. The most important tool I have at my disposal is my knowledge of building practices and my years of experience in the field. No one without this should be inspecting.