WHAT DO OUR FULL HOME INSPECTIONS INCLUDE?

What does a Home Inspection of the Roof Components consist of?

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• the roof covering (slate, asphalt, rubber, shingles, tile etc.)

• the gutters and drip edge

• the Flashing, vents, Skylights

• the roof penetrations, plumbing vents, chimney exterior , exhaust, skylights

• the general structure of the roof 

What does a Home inspection of the Basement, Foundation & Crawlspace consist of?

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•  the foundation, basement & crawlspace

•  visible structural components; Including load bearing walls, supports, rafters

•  and report present water penetration or seepage, grading issues and explore for; 

•  for wood/ sheathing in contact or near soil reporting condition of wood components in contact

•  and report foundation movement, shifting and bowing visible to the home inspector, including, but not limited to additional: shifting, doorway settling, cracks in sheet rock plaster, foundation walls including but not limited to poured concrete, cinder blocks, brick, slate etc 

• report on any excessive notching, cutting, boring and alteration of framing members that may indicate current or future structural issues

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What does a Home Inspection of the Structural components of the home consist of?

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• Inspect the overall structure of the home including the footings, foundations, basement structural, joists, rafters, bearing walls, post and beam and overall structural condition of the home

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What does a Home Inspection of the Electrical system consist of?

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• entry point of service line;

• the connect/disconnecting the service main and associated components;

• identify amperage

• breaker type

• report on open slots, rust and overall condition of the panel

• check grounding and bonding

• electrical outlets, gfi, fixtures 

• report on non traditional electrical material or methods

• test a representative number of outlets

• and report the absence of smoke detectors & CO2 Detectors &

• Inspector the main service wire

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What does a Home Inspection of the Heating System consist of?

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•  operate and observe the heating system, describe heating system and fuel type,

•  and report any components that are deficient or may be in need of repair

•  and report if the heating system or heating system components that are not accessible 

• Inspect the system as a whole and report on maintenance issues 

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What does a Home Inspection of the Cooling System consist of?

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•  operate (If conditions allow) the cooling system and inspect for defects

•  and report any repairs that are needed or may be needed

•  Inspect accessible components and observe, report and document

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What does a Home Inspection of the Plumbing System consist of?

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• inspect and Identify water source

• locate main shut off valve and inspect condition;

• Inspect the water heater system as a whole including vents, energy source, connections, pressure relief valves, flue pipe connections, presence of drip legs, inspect presence of visible leaks, discharge areas 

• water-test tubs, showers, sinks and all water fixtures and inspect drainage;

• inspect the general drainage, waste stack and all associated components 

• inspect sump pumps and associated components;

• inspect and report on cosmetic components of kitchen and bathroom including but not limited too flooring, walls, ceiling and inspect for the presence of new or old leaks 

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What does a Home Inspection of the Exterior consist of?

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• inspect and report on the condition of the flashing, siding, trim

• all exterior soffits, fascia, steps, railings, porches, decks, balconies, guard rails, columns and all associated supports, posts, materials and framing members

• Windows, trim, window plate, water tightness

•  surface drainage and vegetation 

What does a Home inspection of Doors, Windows and Interior & Misc components consist of?

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• inspect doors, windows and interior coverings noting all defects 

• inspect all visible walls, steps, ceilings, floors, stairways, landings and railings noting any safety concerns or defects;

• inspect attached garage and all components including the garage door, reverse sensors, fire doors or lack of, rafters (exposed) sheathing of roof (if underlayment exposed)