Why You Need a Home

 Inspection

 

 

Buying a home is one of the most important purchases you will make in your lifetime, so you should be sure that the home you want to buy is in good condition. A home inspection is an evaluation of a home’s condition by a trained expert. During a home inspection, a certified inspector takes an in-depth and impartial look at the property you plan to buy.

The inspection will:

Evaluate the physical condition: the structure, construction and mechanical systems. Identify items that should be repaired or replaced. The home inspector does not estimate the value of the house. After the inspection is complete, you will receive a written report of the findings from the home inspector, within 24 hours.

 

Our Full Inspections include:

 

Roof, vents, flashings, and trim.

Gutters and downspouts.

Skylight, chimney and other roof

penetrations.

Decks, stoops, porches, walkways, and

railings.

Eaves, soffit and fascia.

Grading and drainage.

Basement, foundation and crawlspace.

Water penetration and foundation

movement.

Heating systems.

Cooling systems.

Main water shut off valves.

Water heating system.

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.

Grounding and bonding.

GFCIs and AFCI’.

Fireplace damper door and hearth.

Insulation and ventilation.

Garage doors, safety sensors, and

openers.

 

And much more.

 

Review our Standards of Practice

at

 www.nachi.org/sop.htm for complete details.

                    

Home Inspection Glossary