What Does the Home Inspection Process Look Like?
Whether you’re buying, selling, or maintaining your home, I provide professional and quality service from the moment you reach out to me. As a certified home inspector, I’ll walk through your home with you, offering as much insight as you desire. I strictly adhere to the Standards of Practice for home inspectors established by the InterNACHI, ensuring thoroughness and accuracy in my assessments.
After our walkthrough, I’ll explain the general condition of your home and its systems, alongside your agent. We’ll discuss any major issues needing immediate attention and highlight areas for potential deferred maintenance. All of this will be meticulously detailed in our easy-to-read Spectora report, delivered promptly in HTML and/or PDF format. From there, you’ll have a clear overview, complete with reference images, of everything we’ve discussed.
Roof
The roof is one of the most costly and important structures. I will examine the roof, its structure, shingles/tiles, flashing, gutters, downspouts and more.
Exterior
This includes the exterior walkways and doors, siding, eaves and soffits, fascia, paint, and other such elements of the home’s exterior.
HVAC
I will visually inspect the HVAC systems including ducts, filters, furnaces and air conditioning units.
Plumbing
I will visually inspect plumbing fixtures for proper function, including tubs, sinks, hoses, showers, and water shut-off valves, and look for leaks and other such flaws.
Electrical Systems
I will visually inspect both interior and exterior electrical systems including service drops, service masts, grounding, outlets, meters, circuit breakers, and other such systems.
Appliances
I will test and examine all major appliances like water heaters, washers and dryers, dishwashers, refrigerators, freezers, and more.
Doors, Windows & Interior
I will check doors and windows for proper sealing and drafts, signs of mold or water damage, and more. I will also check the condition of all interior spaces.
Foundations, Basements & Crawl Spaces
I will examine the foundation, crawlspaces and basements to look for signs of things like past water damage, foundation cracking or shifting, and other such potentially expensive issues.
Attic, Ventilation & Insulation
I will examine the attic to ensure it is properly ventilated, check for mold and moisture, assess the level of insulation, and more.
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