What to Expect
Before, During, and After an Inspection….
Before
You’ve most likely come to this page from the email you received confirming your inspection date, time, and address. Please insure that you have signed the inspection agreement and made payment prior to the day of the inspection (our insurance requires both). If you’d like to pay with cash at the time of inspection, that is fine, and you can reply to the email that was sent to you to let us know. (unfortunately personal checks are no longer accepted). If you have any issues that you noticed during your previous visits to the property, make sure to let us know so we can give extra attention to those areas. You’ll receive a reminder email the day prior to your inspection.
If you have any issues that you noticed during your previous visits to the property, make sure to let us know so we can give extra attention to those areas.
You’ll receive a reminder email the day prior to your inspection.
Before
You will receive the inspection report with in 24hrs of the inspection by email. In this email there will also be a link to the invoice for your records. The software we use to prepare inspection reports has several tools available to help you communicate any concerns with your realtor.
If you have any issues that you noticed during your previous visits to the property, make sure to let us know so we can give extra attention to those areas.
You’ll receive a reminder email the day prior to your inspection.
During
We will do a thorough inspection of the property starting outside and inspecting the Structure, the Roof, the HVAC, the Drainage systems, the Eves and Soffits, the Windows, the Boundary Walls, the Garage Door, Exterior Electrical System, Water and Gas entry systems, and all Exterior Doors. We will then move inside and inspect all accessible Plumbing fixtures, do Thermal readings on HVAC performance and Water Heater temps. We will visually inspect Floors, Ceilings, and Walls for signs of damage or moisture intrusion. We will verify Safety Items like Smoke Detectors, Fire Walls and Doors, Stairs and Balusters. We will inspect the Garage and Attic for signs of structural issues, and Insulation. All of these items will be photographed and reported on for you to view and discuss with us later.
You are encouraged to attend the inspection for a recap on the deficiencies found with the home. Inspections typically last between 2 – 4 hours based on the age, size, and condition of the home. We will schedule our meet up for the end of the inspection so that we will have the opportunity to walk through the property together and discuss what we have observed, and answer any questions you might have. This typically takes about 20-30 minutes.
During
We will do a thorough inspection of the property starting outside and inspecting the Structure, the Roof, the HVAC, the Drainage systems, the Eves and Soffits, the Windows, the Boundary Walls, the Garage Door, Exterior Electrical System, Water and Gas entry systems, and all Exterior Doors. We will then move inside and inspect all accessible Plumbing fixtures, do Thermal readings on HVAC performance and Water Heater temps. We will visually inspect Floors, Ceilings, and Walls for signs of damage or moisture intrusion. We will verify Safety Items like Smoke Detectors, Fire Walls and Doors, Stairs and Balusters. We will inspect the Garage and Attic for signs of structural issues, and Insulation. All of these items will be photographed and reported on for you to view and discuss with us later.
You are encouraged to attend the inspection for a recap on the deficiencies found with the home. Inspections typically last between 2 – 4 hours based on the age, size, and condition of the home. We will schedule our meet up for the end of the inspection so that we will have the opportunity to walk through the property together and discuss what we have observed, and answer any questions you might have. This typically takes about 20-30 minutes.
After
You will receive the inspection report with in 24hrs of the inspection by email. In this email there will also be a link to the invoice for your records. The software we use to prepare inspection reports has several tools available to help you communicate any concerns with your realtor.
The inspection report will contain a lot of information, and typically consists of over a 100 pages and typically 300-400 photos and diagrams. We provide this much information, not in an attempt to overwhelm you, but to give you as much information about your potential home purchase that we possibly can. It is not uncommon for the inspector to find 30 plus defects with a home.
Sample reports can be viewed by simply clicking the Sample Reports button..
After
You will receive the inspection report with in 24hrs of the inspection by email. In this email there will also be a link to the invoice for your records. The software we use to prepare inspection reports has several tools available to help you communicate any concerns with your realtor.
The inspection report will contain a lot of information, and typically consists of over a 100 pages and typically 300-400 photos and diagrams. We provide this much information, not in an attempt to overwhelm you, but to give you as much information about your potential home purchase that we possibly can. It is not uncommon for the inspector to find 30 plus defects with a home.
Sample reports can be viewed by simply clicking the Sample Reports button..
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Lastly, We are available to answer any questions you may have about information in the inspection report or about your new home, so feel free to reach out!