Aging in Place Home Assessment: Why Should Retirees Hire a CMI® to Inspect Their Northern Michigan “Forever Home”?
You've found it—the Northern Michigan home where you can finally watch every season unfold over Little Traverse Bay, walk to your favorite Petoskey coffee shop, and never worry about another move. But here's the question most retirees don't ask until it's too late:...
Radon Testing in Northern Michigan: The Confident Home Buyer’s 2026 Radon Guide
January is National Radon Action Month. If you work in Northern Michigan real estate, you've likely experienced this topic surfacing at exactly the wrong moment — right in the middle of negotiations. Buyers hear the word radon and panic.Sellers worry a test will...
Is Your Home Ready for Your Future? Why an Aging in Place Home Inspection is Essential for Northern Michigan Seniors
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...
A Message of Gratitude from North Point Home & Property Inspections, LLC
As we close out 2025 and prepare to welcome 2026, I wanted to take a moment to reflect on what's been an incredible year for North Point Home & Property Inspections. Thank You, Northern Michigan To every client who trusted me with their home inspection this...
Gaylord MI Radon Testing Guide for Home Buyers and Sellers
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...
Radon Risks in Northern Michigan
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...
Tips from a Northern Michigan Mold Inspector: 6 Most Common Types of Household Mold and How to Prevent Them
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...
4 Specialty Services to Enhance Your Northern Michigan Home Inspection
When you schedule a northern Michigan home inspection with North Point, you can expect a thorough check that covers all major systems, from roof to foundation. But some problems hide where no inspector can see them with eyes alone. That's where specialty home...
Your Guide to Charlevoix County Real Estate: 7 Things Homebuyers Need to Know
Thinking about buying a home in Charlevoix County? Great choice. You're considering one of Northern Michigan's most beautiful—and diverse—real estate markets. From the famous stone "mushroom houses" of Charlevoix to the remote shores of Beaver Island, this county...
Black Mold Testing in Michigan: What to Do About Mold in Your Home
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 you're a...