Information Below you will find a wealth of information and links on a variety of topics such as:
Home and Pest Inspection Service Providers
Insurance Agents
Home Warranty Providers
Utility Information
Environmental Issues; Mold, Radon, Lead-Based Paint, Asbestos, etc.
Local and State Government and Community Info
ALL of the following information is provided for your convenience and is NOT an endorsement or recommendation to use any particular person or company for any service(s). It is recommended you ask what, if any, written warranties or guarantees are provided for services rendered and make sure you know all costs for services prior to having services performed. You may find additional service providers by checking the local yellow pages.
HOME/PEST/SEPTIC/RADON/MOLD Inspection
The following offer one or more types of inspections listed above. If you call, just ask what services are available. Indiana and Kentucky law requires all home inspectors to be licensed.
Above & Below Home Inspections 502-773-1166 Craig Gray Above And Below
Crawford Home Inspections 812.989.0621 Larry Crawford www.chipage.com
Suburban Property Inspections 812.285.0233 or 502.727.7571 Ken and Heather Sauer
Home Inspection of Kentuckiana 812.949.1451 Mary Tonini 502.897.1450 Kentuckiana
Bright Pest Control 502.452.9600
A-1 Pest Control 502.339.1234
Hoosier Termite Control 812.944.4452
Homeowners Insurance *Some insurance companies will not insure certain breeds of dogs; Pit Bull, Rottweiler, Chow, Akita, etc. If you own one of these breeds or another animal that may be considered dangerous, ask your insurance agent.
INDIANAKENTUCKY American FamilyKentucky Farm Bureau Laura Prather Tom Struck 812.948.9310 502.893.1877 lprather@amfam.com
State FarmC & F Insurance Doug Fisher Andy Ivers 812.282.8222 812-282-1077 Don Compton Indiana and Kentucky 812.283.0495
Home Warranty *Home warranties are NOT a cure-all. Make sure you read ALL the fine print and ask the warranty provider any questions you have regarding coverage.
IndianaKentucky Electric Electric and Gas Duke Energy 800.521.2232 LG&E CC REMC 812.246.3316 800.331.7370
Gas Water Vectren Louisville Water Company 800.227.1376 502.583.6610
Water Sewer American 800.492.8373 MSD Silver Creek 812.246.2889 502.587.0603 Watson Rural 812.246.5416 Knobs Water 812.923.9040
Sewer Contact City where home is located
Environmental Issues Related to Housing
Visit www.EPA.gov for information on potentially hazardous environmental issues related to housing. A few of the common issues homeowners should take the time to educate themselves on are mold, lead-based paint, radon, asbestos, and wood-destroying insects. Before entering into any agreement to buy a home, you should take as much time as you need to educate yourself to ensure you are comfortable with the decisions you make. Protect Yourself From Lead Booklet