Home Inspections
Buying a home may well be the largest financial investment you will ever make. Naturally you will want to know as much as possible about the property before you finalize the purchase at closing.
It's important to hire a knowledgeable, independent home inspector for advise on the overall condition of the property. The purchase contract usually requires specific time periods for each inspection, and it's critical that these time frames be met. Usually the cost for any and all inspections and re-inspections are paid by the Buyer. Prices can range from $350 to $500 for whole-house inspections.
Inspections Commonly Include the Following:
Roof, vents, flashing, and trim.
Gutters and downspouts.
Skylight, chimney and other roof penetrations.
Decks, Stoops, porches, walkways, and reailings.
Eaves, soffit and fascia.
Grading and drainage.
Basement, foundation and crawlspace.
Water penetration and foundation movement.
Heating systems.
Cooling systems.
Main water shut off valves.
Water heating system
Interior plumbing fixtures and faucets.
Drainage sump pumps with accessible floats.
Electrical service line and meter box.
Main disconnect and service amperage.
Electrical panels, breakers and fuses.
Grounding and bonding.
GFCI's and AFCI's.
Fireplace damper door and hearth.
Insulation and ventilation.
Garage doors, safety sensors, and openers.
And much more.
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