Inspection Overview
Depending on the size and condition of the home, a thorough home inspection will take no more than four hours, usually between an hour and a half and three hours. Ideally, you will accompany your inspector during the consultation, so that you will have visual reinforcement of your report.
Every inspection is a complete and thorough analysis of all the major systems and components in the home. Our inspection findings are computer generated on-site and given to you that day in a easy-to-reference three ring binder. The report features a comprehensive evaluation of the home, including a clear discription of what we've found with any problem areas, so you can easley identify them and give you an estimated cost repair list Our inspectors also provide a free telephone consultation after your inspection. Also, you or your realtor ( per your permission) can also access your inspection online.
Every inspection is a complete and thorough analysis of all the major systems and components in the home. Our inspection findings are computer generated on-site and given to you that day in a easy-to-reference three ring binder. The report features a comprehensive evaluation of the home, including a clear discription of what we've found with any problem areas, so you can easley identify them and give you an estimated cost repair list Our inspectors also provide a free telephone consultation after your inspection. Also, you or your realtor ( per your permission) can also access your inspection online.
A thorough home inspection will include the following:
| ~ Roof (shingles, flashings, chimneys, vents, trim and gutters, drip edges, skylights, downspouts, and other visible roof related items)
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~ Attics (insulation, ventilation, rafters, joists and collar ties, trusses, wiring attachments, and other visible related items) |
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~ Plumbing and Fixtures (water pressure, water distribution system, hose bibs, sinks and faucets, bath/showers and toilets, sanitary system, and other plumbing system components) |
~ Interior (floors and ceilings, walls, stairs (if applicable) and banisters, finishes, sinks, cabinets, shelving, built-in appliances, smoke detectors and safety-related items, and other visible interior-related components) |
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~ Heating and Cooling Systems (furnace, air cleaning parts, ductwork, electronic monoxide testing, electric gas sniffer testing, air conditioner and lines, and other visible related HVAC components) |
~ Electrical Systems (service entry and clearances, service panel, switches and outlets, visible wiring and junction boxes, grounding system, and other related electrical components) |
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~ Basements, Crawl Spaces, and Foundation (insulation, ventilation, posts, vapor barriers, utility attachment, structural items, floors and walls, and columns) |
~ Exterior (siding materials, attachments, windows, doors, sashes and lintels, vents, entryways, and other visible exterior related components)
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~ Environmental Issues
~ Decks and Porches |
~ Overall Structure |
