What We Inspect

SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCES  •  MULTI-FAMILY BUILDINGS  •  COMMERCIAL BUILDINGS

A professional inspection covers the exposed and accessible components of the major systems and structural aspects of the building. These include Foundations, Structure, Roof, Heating and Air Conditioning, Electrical, Plumbing, Kitchen, Bathrooms, as well as Interior and Exterior surfaces.

The inspection is designed to help you understand the present systems and components and their condition. Our company offers repair and/or upgrade recommendations, cost estimates, and advised maintainance to ensure maximum service life.

Some conditions will be relatively easy to observe and evaluate. Items which are beyond the scope of our inspection or expertise will require further evaluation by specially qualified experts.

All reports are produced and provided to our clients on site at the time of inspection. We provide our clients with a full narrative report that is tailored to each building inspected using up-to-date software.

Who Needs a Home Inspection?

Buyer
The prospective purchaser of a home is entitled to know the true condition of the home considered for purchase. It is important that an account of any needed repairs and cost estimates be considered in order to make an informed decision.

Seller
Unknown defects to the seller often lead to delays and added negotiation in a real estate transaction. Accurate disclosure regarding the condition of the property will increase the likelihood of a successful close of escrow.

Owner
A systematic evaluation of the home with documentation of findings can be used to troubleshoot problems and develop a repair and maintenance strategy. This will help to extend the life of the systems and components in the home and remedy items before they become a major expense.

Preparing for an inspection

Prior to inspection, make sure that the following items are operable:

Utilities: Water, Electricity, and Gas should all be on at the time of inspection.

Doors: All exterior and interior doors should be unlocked and accessible.

Attic: Remove any stored items which could restrict or hinder access to the attic.

Gas Appliances: Be sure all heating systems and water heaters are operational. Pilot lights should always be lit. If pilot lights are not lit and/or valves are off, the inspector will be unable to properly inspect the operation of the appliances they serve.

These preparations will make the process easier for the inspector and less time consuming and disruptive for you.