Services - Inspection Overview












A professional home inspection gives you an independent, unbiased view of defects and deficiencies, so that you will have the facts you need to make a sound, informed decision.

Depending on the size and condition of the home, a thorough home inspection will take between two and fours hours. We encourage client participation at the end of the inspection, so that you’ll have visual reinforcement of your written report.

We take our inspection reports seriously. Every inspection is a thorough analysis of all the major systems and components in the home. The report includes a clear description of what we've found, where we found it and recommendations for corrective action. Free telephone consultations are always available after your inspection

 
A few of the things we look at:
 
Electrical Systems: service entry and clearances, service panel, switches and outlets, visible wiring and junction boxes, grounding system, polarity issues, GFCI and AFCI safety circuits, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors and exterior wiring
 
Exterior: cladding type and condition, windows, doors, decks, porches, trim, paint condition, garages including door operating systems and gauge fire ratings
 
Attics: access,insulation, ventilation, rafters, joists, collar ties, trusses, bracing, chases
 
Interior: walls,floors, ceilings, stairs, guard rails, handrails, doors, windows, fireplaces and other solid fuel burning devices, kitchens and their appliances
 
 
Plumbing and Fixtures: water pressure, water distribution system, hose bibs, sinks and faucets, bathtubs, showers, hydromassage tubs, toilets, sanitary systems and laundry plumbing systems
 
Heating and Cooling Systems: furnaces, thermostats, venting, fuel source, filtration systems, ductwork, and air conditioning components
 
Grounds: driveways, walkways, patios, retaining walls, grade and drainage
 
Roof: material and its condition, flashings, chimneys caps, vents, gutters, drip edges, skylights, downspouts and drainage systems
 
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