by Scott Frakes, CMI® | Jan 20, 2026 | Radon Testing
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...
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 4, 2025 | Mold Testing, Radon Testing, Sewer Scoping, Thermal Imaging
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...
