Home Inspections

Home inspections that give you clarity

A home inspection usually takes around 2-4 hours. The time it takes varies depending on the size and condition of the home, and how many questions our clients may have about the property. The home inspection is a great time for buyers to learn about their property. We use the best reporting technology available and create our visually rich reports using a smart phone or tablet. We will make our finishing touches and send the report, usually the same day, via email through a link. For pricing info see our pricing page.

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What gets inspected?

We are certified by the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors, InterNACHI. So, we follow the InterNACHI code of ethics, and the InterNACHI standards of practice, which sets the minimum requirements for a home inspection. The list below incorporates the items we inspect using the InterNACHI standards of practice.

ROOF COVERING

Roofs are inspected by walking on them when it is safe to do so. Factors like steep pitch, snow, wind, or rain may prevent walking. In those cases we will inspect from ladders, windows, camera pole, drones, or any other safe method available.
Gutters and downspouts.
Flashing.
Skylights, ridge caps, roof vents, plumbing vents, and other roof penetrations are inspected.

CHIMNEY, FIREPLACES

Chimney crowns
Chimney walls
Chimney flashing
Fireplace dampers
The firebox and hearth extension

EXTERIOR

Siding and wall coverings
Windows
Doors
Decks
Balconies
Stoops
Steps
Porches
Handrails
Drainage and grading around the building
Retaining walls
Vegetation that is affecting the building
Walkways
Patios
Driveways
Foundation walls
Vent hoods
Exterior faucets

BASEMENT / FOUNDATION / STRUCTURE

Foundation walls
Basement floor
Crawl spaces
Sump Pumps
Floor structure (posts, beams, joists, etc.)
Basement insulation
Signs of moisture in the basement

ELECTRICAL

Exterior electrical components, including the service drop, service entrance conductors, cables, and raceways.
The main panel and any subpanels. We remove panel covers to inspect the wiring inside.
Other electrical components, including the majority of outlets, switches, and lights.
GFCI outlets, by testing and resetting
Smoke and CO alarms are recommended when not present

PLUMBING

Drain and vent pipes
Water supply pipes
The visible portion of the main water supply pipe
Water heaters
Water heater exhaust vents
Floor drains
Sinks
Toilets
Tubs
Showers
Gas lines.
Main water valve, and report location
Main gas valve, and report location

HEATING

Heating equipment such as gas furnaces, heat pumps, baseboard heat, or other installed heat sources.
Furnace filters
Ductwork
Supply registers
Furnace exhaust vent
Thermostat, and report locations

COOLING

Central air condiditoning equipment
The difference of the air temperature at a return and supply register to ensure the system is working
Condensate lines, pans, and pumps

INTERIOR

Ceilings
Walls
Floors
Doors
Windows
Skylights
Stairs, handrails, and guardrails
Counters and cabinets
Vent fans
Kitchen appliances

ATTIC

If we can walk or crawl through the attic without trampling the insulation, we’ll do so to inspect the attic.
Framing and sheathing
Exhaust fans and ducts
Insulation
Ventilation