by Scott Frakes, CMI® | Jan 13, 2026 | Uncategorized, Home Inspection, Home Safety
We all want the same thing as we get older: to stay in the Northern Michigan homes we love for as long as possible. Whether it’s a quiet retreat near Harbor Springs, a family home in Gaylord, or a lakeside house in Charlevoix County, your home is where your memories...
by Scott Frakes, CMI® | Dec 16, 2025 | Gaylord, Home Safety, Radon Testing
If you’re buying or selling a home in the Gaylord area, radon testing is one step you don’t want to skip. Many people are surprised to learn that Northern Michigan—especially around Gaylord—has some of the highest radon levels in the entire state. Because radon is...
by Scott Frakes, CMI® | Dec 2, 2025 | Home Safety, Radon Testing
If you’re a homeowner in Northern Michigan, you might be surprised to learn about a silent threat lurking right under your feet — radon gas. This invisible, odorless gas is one of the leading causes of lung cancer for non-smokers in the United States. Understanding...
by Scott Frakes, CMI® | Nov 18, 2025 | Home Safety, Mold Testing
Living in Northern Michigan means enjoying four beautiful seasons, pristine lakes, and charming communities from Gaylord to Traverse City. But our climate also creates the perfect conditions for an unwelcome houseguest: mold. As a northern Michigan mold inspector and...
by Scott Frakes, CMI® | Oct 7, 2025 | Home Safety, Mold Testing
You walk into your basement and catch that smell—musty, damp, unmistakable. Or maybe you’ve noticed dark spots spreading across your bathroom wall. Your stomach drops. Is it black mold? Will it make your family sick? How much will this cost to fix? If...
by Scott Frakes, CMI® | Jul 14, 2025 | Charlevoix, Home Safety, Mold Testing
Living near the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan comes with incredible perks—stunning views, recreational opportunities, and that peaceful lakefront lifestyle. But Charlevoix’s unique location also creates specific challenges when it comes to moisture and mold...
