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Full Home Inspection
Full Home Inspection
Whether a buyer, seller, or looking for a maintenance inspection. A home inspector is a qualified professional who visually inspects the structure and accessible components of a home to identify any immediate or potential problems. A comprehensive report with photos and descriptions of any problem areas along with recommendations for further evaluation will be provided. You can go over the home inspection report with your real estate agent to decide how the results may affect the purchase or sale of your potential home.
Radon Testing
Radon Testing
Radon gas is colorless, tasteless and odorless, and it's deadly. Radon is estimated to cause about 21,000 lung cancer deaths yearly and is the second leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers in the United States.
Radon comes from the decay of uranium in soil. It can enter your home through cracks in the foundation and other openings and then rises up. Once inside, radon builds up, causing a larger problem. Any home may have a radon problem, the worst thing you can do is ignore it.
Water Quality Testing
Water Quality Testing
Water quality testing is a specialized but simple test that checks a home's water supply for contaminants and pollutants, such as chlorine, lead, and coliform bacteria. Testing can also reveal chemical imbalances of the pH, and other attributes, such as hardness.
What's Included in Home Inspection?
What's Included in Home Inspection?
Structural elements: Any evidence of sagging or bowing of the structure, and construction of visible foundation, floors, walls, ceilings, stairs, drainage systems and window alignment.
Safety: Condition of stairs and handrails; presence of alarms (fire and carbon monoxide).
Grounds: Proper drainage and presence of septic tank; condition of the home's driveways, fences and sidewalks.
Roof: Condition of shingles, flashing and chimneys (including any repairs/patches to flat roofs), clear vents and properly working gutters.
Exterior surfaces: Correct clearance between ground and siding material, condition of exterior paint or siding and properly working lights and electrical outlets.
Attic: Sufficient insulation, proper ventilation and any sign of leaking or water damage.
Interior plumbing: No damaged or leaking pipes, proper hot water temperature, and functioning toilets, sinks, bathtubs and showers.
Electrical system: Up-to-code condition and type of visible wiring, and proper function of circuit breakers, outlets, light fixtures and fans.
Heating and cooling systems: Condition of furnace, air conditioner (temperature permitting), water heater, chimney and fireplace.
Basement: Solid foundation, walls and floors, with no signs of water intrusion or damage.
Garage: Condition of foundation, windows, ceiling, framing and roof; up-to-code electrical system and outlets; working garage door and garage door opener.
Insulation: Proper insulation in unfinished areas including foundation and crawlspaces.
Ventilation: Working venting systems in the kitchen, bath and laundry areas, and the presence of ventilation fans.
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