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WHY A HOME INSPECTION?
During the inspection process, our professional certified home inspectors will evaluate the current structural condition of the house and its operating systems. The buyer will be provided with a written report and summary of the major concerns noted during the inspection, to assist in making a well-informed decision.
Using digital color photographs, our inspector will highlight major defects or areas that may develop into future problems to better explain the areas of concern.
The construction of a house is a complicated system. As new materials are utilized and new safety standards adopted, the process of inspecting the house changes.
Buyers, Sellers and their Agents all have a vested interest in a thorough assessment of the property. A complete understanding of the property's condition will assist the buyer in avoiding the risks and be better prepared to make an informed decision.
Buying a home is an exciting experience. Once you find your dream home, you'll probably question whether it's free of defects. This excitement also surrounds a large financial decision. Evaluating the condition of the house objectively is why you need a certified home inspector.
Our thorough appraisals better prepares you to make an informed decision, allowing you to buy with confidence.
WHAT DOES A TYPICAL HOME INSPECTION COVER?
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- Structural Components: foundation, floors, walls, columns, ceilings, roofs
- Exterior: Wall coverings, flashings and trim, entry way, doors and windows, garage door operation, decks and patios, balconies, steps, porches and railings
- Roofing: Roof coverings, drainage systems, flashings, skylights, and roof penetrations, chimneys
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- Plumbing: Piping materials, fixtures, faucets, functional flow and drainage, leaks, cross connections, DWV systems, water heater, flues and vents, fuel storage systems and sump pumps
- Electrical: Service entry conductors, service and grounding systems, main over-current devices, amperage and voltage compatibilities, light fixtures, switches and receptacles, polarity and grounding of receptacles, and GFI receptacles (ground default circuit interrupters)
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- Air Conditioning: Air conditioning equipment, cooling and air handling equipment, normal operating controls, distribution systems, including fans, pumps, ducts and piping supports, dampers, insulation, air filters, registers, fan coil units, and the presence of a cooling source in each room
- Heating: Heating equipment, normal operating controls, automatic safety controls, flues and vents, solid fuel heating devices, distributions systems to include: fans, pumps, ducts, piping supports, dampers, insulation, air filters, registers, radiators, fan coil units, convectors, and the presence of a heat source in each room
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- Interiors: Walls, ceilings, flooring materials, steps, stairways, balconies and railings, counters and cabinets, doors and windows, separation walls and doors between dwelling and attached garage and sump pumps
- Insulation and Ventilation: Insulation materials, vapor retarders in unfinished spaces, ventilation of attics and crawlspaces, foundation areas, kitchen, bathroom and laundry venting system
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