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A Home Inspection Protects
What Matters Most
MY FOCUS...
1. Is the home safe to live in?
2. Is everything operational at the time of the inspection?
3. Is the home structurally and mechanically functional?
4. Are there deficiencies or signs of potential failure?
5. Are components installed in a professional manner?
6. Should small things be repaired or replaced now to prevent large expenses in the future?
What My Home Inspection Covers
As an experienced inspector I will prepare your Home
Inspection Reports with easy-to-read details on:
- The condition of every major component from the roof to the basement
- Major and minor deficiencies
- Any major expenditures necessary
- What to watch out for
- Helpful home maintenance tips
- Safety hazards and concerns
My full inspection includes:
- roof, vents, flashings and trim
- gutters and downspouts
- eaves, soffit and fascia
- grading and drainage
- heating systems
- cooling systems
- main water shut-off valves
- water heating system
- grounding and bonding
- GFCI's and AFCI's
- basement, foundation and crawlspace
- water penetration and foundation movement
- skylight, chimney and other roof penetrations
- decks, stoops, porches, walkways and railings
- interior plumbing fixtures and faucets
- drainage sump pumps with accessible floats
- electrical service line and meter box
- main disconnect and service amperage
- electrical panels, breakers and fuses
- fireplace damper door and hearth
- insulation and ventilation
- garage doors, safety sensors and openers
- and much more!
At the end of your home inspection I will review the detailed report with you to make sure you understand everything and answer any remaining questions. Types of Home Inspections
For The Home Buyer (Buyer's Inspection)
You want as much information as possible about the home you are considering for purchase, and a comprehensive home inspection offers important protection for your investment. Our inspection evaluates home safety and structural and mechanical soundness. We look for any risks to your family's health. We identify potential maintenance issues and help you eliminate unwelcome surprises. Our home inspection is a very thorough and informative analysis of your home. You are strongly encouraged to be present during the inspection.
For The Home Seller (Seller's/Pre-Listing Inspection)
Listing inspections are very good for the homeowner who may not be in tune with the condition of their home. A great many sales are canceled due to the buyer's shock at the "functional condition" of the home. It may look great, but have serious technical, safety, or functional issues present without the owner's knowledge. Having the home inspected prior to placing it on the market is the ideal way to identify and either repair or disclose any issues found on the Inspection Report. Obviously, repairing the items would be the most beneficial towards completing the sale. However, there may be financial reasons where the owner can't make the repairs. Disclosing them up front and pricing the home based upon that disclosure will often times produce a higher net sales price for the owner.
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