What we Inspect!
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Exterior
Roof
Roofing System
Multi-point inspection includes an unbiased assessment of the condition of the roof, roofing materials, and expected service life. Evidence of deferred maintenance, cracking, damage, ponding, and open seams are documented and photographed.
Roof Structure
The visible roof structure is inspected including the roof sheathing, rafters, and joists. Signs of cracking, damage, and moisture intrusion are often defects that are not discovered until the home inspection.
Flashings
Flashings are particularly vulnerable to leakage. We ensure that the flashings appear to have been properly installed and are free from visible defects.
Gutters and Downspouts
Inspection of gutters and downspouts is crucial to proper water management away from the property. Damaged, disconnected downspouts, improperly attached, full of debris, and improper pitch are just some of the common issues observed during a home inspection.
Skylights
Skylights are great, but like all roof penetrations, they are particularly vulnerable to leakage. We pay close attention to the condition, flashing, and signs of moisture intrusion. Both while inspecting the roof and at the interior.
Exterior
Outside House
Walkways and Driveways
Walkways and driveways are inspected for cracking, damage, and potential fall hazards.
Landscaping and Hardscaping
Inspection of patios, retaining walls, fencing, exterior stairs, landscaping, and hardscaping is inspected.
Decks / Porches
Inspection of the deck is based on what is visible and accessible at the time of the inspection. Close attention is to ensure the deck is properly secured to the structure, that proper hardware is present and installed, and for potential safety concerns.
Exterior
Garage
Garage Door
Garage vehicle doors can be extremely unsafe if not properly installed, missing safety features, or in poor condition so we inspect the door opener, safety entrapment features, door and installation.
Exterior
Chimney
The chimney inspection includes clearance issues, deterioration, damage, cracking, pointing, improper termination, crown damage, and spark arrestor.
Exterior
Cladding
There are pros and cons to every type of exterior cladding. We pay particular attention to known issues, so it doesn't matter if your home is brick, stone, vinyl, stucco, or composite, we have experience with all of them. As a result, cracking, staining, warping, bowing or damage will be identified and a proper course of action recommended.
Exterior
Windows & Doors
Windows
Windows are inspected to ensure they are performing and operating as designed. We look for damage, rot and signs of moisture penetration.
Doors
Doors are inspected to ensure they are performing and operating as designed. We are on the look out for damage, rot, and signs of moisture penetration.
Interior
Insulation & Ventilation
Inspection includes insulation and vapor retarders in unfinished spaces and the ventilation of attics and foundations areas, kitchen, bathroom, laundry exhaust systems, and clothes dryer exhaust systems.
Interior
Installed Appliances
Refrigerators, dishwashers, oven, ranges and more are inspected..
We check installed appliances for basic operation because there is nothing worse than a leaking washing machine or a dishwasher not working after unpacking all your dishes.
Interior
Electricity
Wiring, Lights, Receptacles
To ensure your safety, we methodically inspect each major electrical component including all accessible wiring, switches, receptacles and lights. Additionally, your inspector will provide safety and upgrade advice to protect your home and family.
Electrical Panel
A detailed multi-point inspection is performed on the main and all sub-panels. We identify the service size of the system, ensure the panels are properly installed and sized, and look for signs of corrosion
Electrical Service
Inspection of the electrical service includes the service drop, meter, and service entrance wire. Your inspector will identify the amperage of the system, inspect the service for installation defects, clearance concerns, safety issues and inspect the service entrance wire for defects.
Interior
Ceiling / Walls / Floors
The ceilings, walls and floors are inspected for cracking, damage, and signs of moisture damage.
Interior
Heating / AC
Cooling Systems
It's important that the cooling system is operating correctly so we inspect all available components (condenser, air handler, coolant lines and electrical connection). We'll also identify the age of the system.
Interior
Plumbing / Water
Water Heater
We perform a multi-point inspection of the water heater to ensure the unit is in serviceable condition along with including identifying the age and typical life span you can expect.
Plumbing (drain and waste)
We perform a multi-point inspection of the water heater to ensure the unit is in serviceable condition along with including identifying the age and typical life span you can expect.
Fixtures
All operable fixtures at kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms, etc are inspected. We make sure they function as designed, hot and cold water are correctly installed, identify leaks and other defects which may result in improper function and/or leakage.
Interior
Foundation / Structure
Structural components including visible foundations, floor structures, wall structure, ceiling structure, and the roof structure are inspected.