You are encouraged to attend the inspection if possible, but if not the report is very detailed and can be easily understood. Our inspection are comprehensive and typically take around 3 hours to complete. The following items listed below are inspected:
-The structural integrity of the foundation, floors, wall, ceiling and roof construction.
-Utilities: electrical, heating, fireplaces, woodstoves, plumbing, drainage, water fixtures, water and sewerage systems including well flow and septic dye testing.
-All interior floor, wall, and ceiling finishes including windows, doors, kitchen and bathroom fixtures.
-All exterior components: siding, roofing, porches and decks, chimneys, gutters and leaders, exterior lighting, surface drainage and attached garages.
-Wood destroying infestation inspection is included in our structural inspection.
-Ancillary environmental services: water testing for bacteria and in-depth water testing, radon testing and lead testing.
After the inspection is completed the report is emailed within 24 hours. The report will list all the components of the home and their condition. Defects will be accompanied in the report with photos and recommendations.
In addition we provide ongoing technical assistance after the inspection is performed in regard to repairs, basic operation of the mechanical components of the home, property improvements, or renovations.