Roof shingles and flashings are inspected
for signs of wear
Attic insulation is evaluated
Roof sheathing is checked with moisture
meter for signs of leakage
Furnace is checked with gas sniffer for
carbon monoxide
Electrical panel is throughly examined for
signs of faulty wiring
This home inspection
report is designed to do three things:
1.) Evaluation of the present
condition of the home
2.) Identify potential future
problems and what you can expect as far as future repairs costs.
3.) Serve as a maintenance guide
for future care of your home
This evaluation report will give you a better understanding
of the present condition of the major components in the home. You
are encouraged to be present for the inspection and to follow me as we take
your home for a “test drive”. We will check the roof, [and walk the
roof when possible], gutters, chimneys, walls, trim, windows, doors, porches,
decks, driveway and walkways, foundation, basement, crawl spaces, all structural
components, attic, insulation, plumbing system, heating system, and
electrical system, along with countless other items in the home. you
will recieve this comprehensive report on the spot.
This report is also designed to give you an idea
of what may need repairing or replacing in the future and what you can expect
to pay. Purchasing a home is a major investment and having expensive
repairs after moving in can be devastating. Knowing ahead of time,
however, what repairs will probably be needed, you will be better prepared
to deal with them.
Upon closing and moving into your home with a far better
understanding of its condition, this report will help you in maintaining
your investment. By following through this report, you will find what
to look for and how to prevent and correct many items. You will find
numerous maintenance referrals on the links page
of this site. Proper maintenance of your home is essential because
many major repairs can be avoided if proper preventative maintenance
is applied.
The best home buyer is an educated one. Follow me
through the inspection process and learn all you can about every aspect
of your home. Your house is your largest investment... Would you buy
a used car without taking it for a test drive? Absolutely not!
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