Buying a home is one of the most important investments you will ever make. Our buyer’s inspection involves a non-invasive assessment of the systems, components, and condition of the home designed to reveal any potential safety hazards, deficiencies, and items that require maintenance and repair. Our goal is to uncover any major issues that may be a significant expense so that you are informed and can make your home purchase with confidence. Our buyer’s inspection includes:
1. Roof
Roof coverings, gutters, downspouts, vents, flashing, skylights, chimney, roof penetrations, and the general structure of the roof.
2. Attic, Insulation, Ventilation
Insulation and ventilation of unfinished spaces, including attics, structure framing, and exhaust systems.
3. Exterior
Siding, windows, exterior doors, flashing and trim, walkways, driveways, patios, balconies, decks, stairways, and railings.
4. Grounds
Grading and drainage
5. Foundation, Crawl Space, Basement, and Structure
Foundation structure, cracks, structural concerns, and indication of water penetration.
6. Heating and Cooling System
Location of thermostat, energy source, and heating and cooling method
7. Fireplace
Visible portions of the fireplace and chimneys, lintels, damper doors, hearth, and mantles.
8. Plumbing
Main water and fuel supply shut-off valves, water heater, sump pumps, interior water supply, faucets, toilets, sinks, tubs, showers, drain, waste, and vent system
9. Electrical
Service drop, overhead service conductors, service head and mast, main service disconnect, panelboards, groundings, switches, light fixtures, receptacles, AFCI and GFCI receptacles, and the presence of working smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors.
10. Appliances
Built-in oven, range and cooktop, built-in microwave, ventilation hood, dishwasher, garbage disposal, garage door, garage door opener, doorbell, and dryer vent.
11. Interior
Walls, ceilings, floors, doors, windows, railing/guards, steps and stairs.
