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Residential Home Inspections
A home inspection is a noninvasive examination of a homes overall condition. It is a non-exhaustive inspection of the homes electrical, plumbing, structural, and HVAC systems as well as any healthy or safety issues. A simpler way of thinking about it is like going to the doctor to get a physical done to check your overall wellbeing but for a house.
Why should you get a home inspection?
You probably spent months looking for that perfect home and you finally found it! Problem is we are all guilty of ignoring the flaws of a home when we finally find the right one. That’s where a home inspector comes in to provide an unbiased report of the overall condition of the home. Sometimes our reports confirm that your prospective home is the one and other times it helps you avoid a nightmare.
- Negotiating – A home inspection report is usually one of the biggest negotiating tools a buyer has available to them. The home you are looking at may not have any major issues but several repairs that could add up to thousands of dollars. With your report in hand you can negotiate with the seller to have them either repair these issues or take that amount off the price.
- A Chance to Reconsider – A quality home inspector can reveal the real condition of a home and its systems. The home inspection report can show you what repairs, and maintenance the home may need immediately or in years to come. If these repairs and future maintenance items are to expensive for the negotiated price, then you’ll be able to walk away from the deal.
- Unpermitted Additions or Installations – A home inspection can determine if a room or garage has been altered or added on illegally without the proper permitting. Unpermitted additions or installations will affect the insurance, taxes, and the overall value of the home. This can become an expensive issue quickly when the homeowner must try and correct the problem. An example would be an unpermitted roof where the insurance company say it’s 30 years old and won’t insure you, but the seller just had it replaced.
- Learning – A home inspection can be a great opportunity to learn about your new home and tips to help maintain or improve its condition for years to come.
- Future Expenses – Home inspections can approximate the age and general condition of your major appliances and systems in the home. This covers the electrical, plumbing, HVAC, structure and water heater so you will get an idea of a future replacement schedule that you may need to budget out.
- Insurance – A home inspection can find defects that would prevent the buyer from obtaining insurance on their new home. These issues could range from polybutylene pipe, solid aluminum wiring, HVAC system and the age of the roof all costing thousands to replace.
What We Inspect During A Home Inspection
Interior
- Attic, Insulation, Structure, and Ventilation
- Bathrooms
- Crawlspace
- Electrical Components
- Floors, Walls, and Ceiling Structure
- HVAC System
- Interior Rooms
- Kitchen and Kitchen Appliances
- Plumbing including all Drains, Faucets, Pressure, and Water Heater
- Hot Water Temperature
Exterior
- Chimney and Skylights
- Decks and Balconies
- Drainage and Site Grading
- Electrical Service, Outlets, and Lights
- Foundation and Slab
- Garage
- Hose Bibs and Water Main Location
- Landscaping Clearances and affects to the House
- Roof Condition and Material, Flashing, Valleys and Ventilation
- Driveway, Entry, Porch, Patio and Walkways
- Siding, Trim Gutters And Downspouts
- Windows and Screens
Additional Features Included In A Home Inspection
- Infrared camera confirmation on potential moisture areas and at main electrical panel, meter, and service mast for possible overheating
- Identify electrical service that may not be able to support a modern household
- Identify components such as outdated plumbing and older wiring
- Age of your mechanical items (HVAC, water heater) and inform you of where they are in their typical life expectancy
- Identify areas for possible energy savings
- Identify areas for overall improvements
- Include a variety of home maintenance tips
What a Home Inspection is
A home inspector’s job is to find defects in a home focusing first on the health and safety concerns followed by major defects. There are seven major defects that we look for.
- Water Damage
- Structural Issues
- Old or Damaged Roof
- Electrical System
- Plumbing Problems
- Insect or Pest Infestations
- HVAC Issues
What a Home Inspection isn't
A Home Inspectors job isn’t to comment or inspect the interior, exterior design, or decorations that do not pose a safety hazard.
- Wallpaper designs
- Color of the Paint
- Color of Flooring
- Window Treatments
- Type of Trim or Molding
- Astetic looks of a Roof Covering
- Condition or Looks of Landscaping

Sleep in Absolute Peace Knowing Your New Home Is Safe and Right For You!
Buying a home can be stressful, especially with the short inspection period during closing. That’s why we guarantee your full inspection report within 24 hours of inspection or your money back.