Buyer Home Inspection

Getting a home inspection before you buy can help you understand initial and future expenses you may face after purchase, instead of these expenses being a surprise. A pre-purchase inspection can also make you feel safe, knowing your home is of sound structure and condition. For those buying an investment property, the inspection report can also help you prioritize future repairs and upgrades.

As we say, don't get yourself in a pickle, get a home inspection before you buy!

Roof coverings, gutters, downspouts, vents, flashing, skylights, chimney, roof penetrations, general roof structure.

Insulation and ventilation of unfinished spaces, including attics, crawlspaces, foundation areas and exhaust systems

Siding, windows, exterior doors, flashing and trim, walkways, driveways, stairs, patios and decks, and drainage.

Foundation movement, cracks, structural concerns, and indications of water penetration.

Heating system, cooling system, location of thermostats, energy source, and heating and cooling methods.

Visible portions of the fireplace and chimneys, lintels, damper doors, and cleanout doors and frames.

Main water and fuel supply shut-off valves, water heater, interior water supply, toilets, sinks, tubs, showers, drains, waste, and vent systems.

Service drop, overhead service conductors, service head and mast, main service disconnect, panelboards, grounding, switches, light fixtures, receptacles deemed to be AFCI and GFCI, and presence of smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors.

Representative number of doors and windows, floors, walls, ceiling, stairs, railings, garage door and openers.

Before listing your house for sale, it's a good idea to get your home inspected so you know it's in the best condition possible to sell quickly at the price you want. Most home buyers will be getting their own home inspection before purchasing, so any issues will come out, potentially causing a deal to fall through. Take care of those issues before the home is listed so your first showing is your last!

Get a pre-listing home inspection to find the pickles before your buyer does!

Roof coverings, gutters, downspouts, vents, flashing, skylights, chimney, roof penetrations, general roof structure.

Insulation and ventilation of unfinished spaces, including attics, crawlspaces, foundation areas and exhaust systems

Siding, windows, exterior doors, flashing and trim, walkways, driveways, stairs, patios and decks, and drainage.

Foundation movement, cracks, structural concerns, and indications of water penetration.

Heating system, cooling system, location of thermostats, energy source, and heating and cooling methods.

Visible portions of the fireplace and chimneys, lintels, damper doors, and cleanout doors and frames.

Main water and fuel supply shut-off valves, water heater, interior water supply, toilets, sinks, tubs, showers, drains, waste, and vent systems.

Service drop, overhead service conductors, service head and mast, main service disconnect, panelboards, grounding, switches, light fixtures, receptacles deemed to be AFCI and GFCI, and presence of smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors.

Representative number of doors and windows, floors, walls, ceiling, stairs, railings, garage door and openers.

Not sure if you should put an offer on a house? Trying to decide between your top favorites? Bring me along to your scheduled showings and I'll point out general areas of strength and concern within the house. Don't waste your time putting in an offer on a home that displays surface level issues you are uncomfortable with. Keep in mind, this does not replace a pre-purchase inspection which is still highly recommended before you buy.

Tour your future home with a trained eye so you don't sign a sour dill!

This is a broad look at the condition of the house and is not a full inspection. Structures and appliances we see during the walk through will be assessed on a surface level to help give peace of mind before making an offer.

Visible structures: walls, floor, ceilings, windows, and doors.

Visible systems: water heater, HVAC, external electrical

General observations: exterior grading/drainage, roof

This is not an extensive inspection and no report will be written. I will not enter the attic or crawlspace, will not traverse the roof, and will not open the electrical panel. Keep in mind that even if no issues are found during this consultation, that doesn't mean issues can't come up during the full inspection.

Just because a home is newly built doesn't mean there is nothing wrong with it. It is always recommended to get a home inspection, not just before moving into your new home, but during every major step of construction for peace of mind from the beginning. Small issues can become big problems over time and you want to make sure those issues are fixed before your warranties expire.

Don't let your dream home fill with pickles! Make sure it was built correctly from the start!

Looking at foundation prior to wall construction to ensure proper leveling, support, and drainage

Evaluating the bones of the house. Reassessing the foundation and evaluating the studs, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and exterior siding before it's covered in drywall and insulation

One of the most important steps to ensure energy efficiency and low bills. Evaluate if insulation is properly installed in the walls, attic, and around appliance components

Making sure everything came together properly. This will be a standard full home inspection, specifically looking for improperly installed items that could affect warranties in the future

Whether you are expanding your business or just getting started, make sure you are investing in a property that will help you make money instead of drain it away. We can perform commercial property inspections for spaces up to 100,000 square feet, from warehouses to restaurants to office buildings and everything in between. Our extensive report will ensure you have all the information you need to make an educated decision on how to move forward with your business.

Invest in your dream, not in a pickle!

Roof coverings, drainage, vents, flashing, skylights, roof penetrations, general roof structure.

Insulation and ventilation of unfinished spaces, including attics, crawlspaces, foundation areas and exhaust systems

Siding, windows, exterior doors, flashing and trim, walkways, driveways, stairs, patios and decks, and drainage.

Foundation movement, cracks, structural concerns, and indications of water penetration.

Heating system, cooling system, location of thermostats, energy source, and heating and cooling methods.

Visible portions of the fireplace and chimneys, lintels, damper doors, and cleanout doors and frames.

Main water and fuel supply shut-off valves, water heater, interior water supply, toilets, sinks, tubs, showers, drains, waste, and vent systems.

Service drop, overhead service conductors, service head and mast, main service disconnect, panelboards, grounding, switches, light fixtures, receptacles deemed to be AFCI and GFCI, and presence of smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors.

Representative number of doors and windows, floors, walls, ceiling, stairs, railings, garage door and openers.