What is an Inspection
The home buying process can be confusing and stressful. Not only do you need to consider things such as price and location, you also have to worry about whether the house itself has any hidden problems that could become costly surprises down the road.
As professional Home Inspectors, it’s our job to look for those hidden problems for you. The Home Inspection is an unbiased, professional assessment of the condition of the house. It provides you an expert opinion and professional report on the condition of the physical structure and various systems within a house. Giving you peace of mind on what is likely the largest purchase you’ll ever make.
In order to prepare the report, an inspector must conduct a visual inspection of the house. The inspection of a 1500 sqft home typically takes about 3 – 3.5 hours to complete. This of course may vary, according to the size and condition of the home. We strongly encourage you to accompany us during the inspection. This will give you a chance to ask questions and become familiar with the systems of the home.
The home inspection is an information service and the information you receive should provide “peace of mind” after completing the inspection of the home. The inspection is a snapshot of the condition of the home on the day of the inspection and will help you gain a better understanding of the house.
The home review will include a visual inspection of the following major systems and components: 
Roof, vents and flashing, and trim
Eaves, soffit and fascia
Gutters and downspouts
Skylight, chimney and all roof penetrations
Decks, porches and walkways
Yard grading and drainage
Basement, foundation and crawlspace
Water penetration and foundation movement
Heating and cooling systems
Main water shut off valves
Interior plumbing fixtures
Drainage sump pumps and floats
Electrical service entrance and meter
Main disconnect and service amperage
Electrical panels, breakers and fuses
Grounding and bonding
Ground fault circuit indicators
Attic insulation and ventilation
Garage doors, safety sensors and openers
Interior finishes including windows and doors
And much more…..
The inspection is visual in nature, non-destructive, non-invasive and is intended to focus on the “Big Picture” and address those items that could affect your buying decision. For this reason it is important to retain our experienced inspectors with excellent communication skills and strong technical background.
When the inspection is complete, well tell you of any problems that were discovered and discuss them with you. We will also tell you about any routine maintenance that should be performed, as well as answer any questions you may have. You’ll also receive a full written report of the inspection.
Our goal is to discover and inform you of anything we find that might affect your purchase decision. Well tell you about any problems we find, and make repair recommendations. Well also inform you of what maintenance tasks are required to keep the home and its systems in top condition.