Here are a few areas that home inspectors look at:

Structural:

• Many home inspection organizations have set standards on certain areas of the home that the home inspector looks at to determine the integrity of the essential internal and external structural components. Home inspectors are not structural engineers but can identify visual defects in the areas requiring immediate repairs.

Electrical:

• Do all the outlets work? Does the house use fuses or is there a breaker box? Are there any visible signs of fraying on the wiring?

Plumbing:

• Are there any leaks or annoying drips? Are all the mechanical systems and fixtures working properly?

Built-in Appliances:

• Are they functioning properly?

Safety Hazards:

• Home Inspectors are not environmental specialists, however they can identify many safety hazards or dangerous conditions.

Miscellaneous:

• Other items may or may not be included in a standard home inspection. Some of these may be: septic systems, roofs, drainage problems, wood decks, patios or other exterior structures. Verify which, if any, of these items are included in your home inspection.

Normally Not Included:

• Termite, geological or land subsidence surveys and environmental or pollution inspections which should be completed separate for your own protection.

Home inspectors provide a unique customer service. They identify existing major problems with the property. Should there be any, the report assists in promoting and facilitating communication with the home seller. There are many home inspection companies to choose from. Please ask us for a list of qualified inspectors in our area.

WE RECOMMEND YOU ALWAYS OBTAIN A GENERAL HOME INSPECTION AS WELL AS SURVEYS AND INSPECTIONS IN SPECIALIZED AREAS BEYOND THE SCOPE OF THE GENERAL HOME INSPECTION.