There are many factors that influence the serviceability of a home such as wear and useful life of systems, upgrades/remodeling and ever-changing construction practices and materials. A home inspection can help you understand what these influences mean in terms of your home investment.
A home inspection provides an objective and general visual examination of the physical structure and systems of a home from roof to foundation. A home inspection is the equivalent of a physical examination from your general doctor. When problems or symptoms of problems are found, the inspector can help you understand those conditions or may recommend further evaluation or remedies by a specialist.
A professional home inspection, on a prospective re-sale or new construction home, is a practical means of knowing the homes general serviceability in terms of safety and operating condition. Alternatively, specialists among the various trades (structural engineer, electrician, plumber, roofer, etc.) could be hired to perform similar inspections, however without the same level of objectivity or cost.
The following further explains the re-sale or new construction inspections and provides additional information and guidance to help you take the next steps in making an informed and confident home investment decision.
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Our Re-Sale (pre-owned)
Inspection Services and Benefits
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SERVICES
General Visual Home Inspection and Report:
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Site (Grounds)
Exterior
Garage
Roof
Attic and Visible Insulation
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Heating System
Central Air Conditioning System
Plumbing & Water Heater Systems
Electrical Systems
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Walls
Ceilings & Floors
Windows and Doors
Basement/Crawl Space
Foundation and the Visible Structures
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Additional Services included:
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Moisture Investigations
Water Pressure Measurement
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Combustible (methane) Gas Detection
CO Detection/ Measurement
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Heat Exchanger Inspections (available soon)
Radon Testing (additional charge)
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BENEFITS
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Reduced Risk of Underlying Problems
Report Beneficial to Future Resale
Improved Purchase Negotiation Position |
Improved Home Buying Experience
Education on Home & Performance Expectations
Informed & Confident Investment Decision |
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Our New Construction
Inspection Services and Benefits
There are many factors that influence the serviceability of a homes construction such as price, materials, human error, skills, experience, rushed schedules, numerous sub-contractors, Friday afternoon effect, etc.
Even the best manufacturing environments with high-level quality control measures will experience defects in production. It is highly probable that your new home will have its share of defects.
The question is, are they defects you can afford to live with?
New Construction Services
Two Phases of Inspections:
- Pre-Insulation/Pre-Wall Board Inspection of Framing, Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC (heating, ventilation, air conditioning)
- Pre-Walk Thru (Punch List) Complete General Inspection of Systems and Components
Warranty (1-Yr) Complete General Inspection
Benefits
Able to visually inspect many systems and components while they are still readily accessible.
Best position for corrections under builders responsibility.
Most cost-effective and less intrusive point in the home buying process for corrections
Reduced risk of purchasing underlying problems you the homebuyer may have to correct at your expense when you re-sell.
Improved home buying experience with greater knowledge and confidence of a major investment and your home.
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Our Higher Standard inspections FEATURE:
Inspections based on nationally recognized (1)ASHI Standard of Practice and Code of Ethics (ASHIstandardsofPractice.pdf)
Impartiality (guaranteed no monetary interest in outcome of clients purchase or repair decisions we encourage clients to obtain competitive bids for any desired service)
Professionalism (engineering education, certified home inspection training, experience & maintained continuing education in home inspections)
Thoroughness (more time per inspection than the industry standard, including application of enhanced inspection tools & techniques)
Customer Service including attention to clients individual needs (1st time home buyer home operation orientation, follow-through & resources for unique and specific issues and concerns)
Concise narrative report w/photos, easy to read & understand, fax/copy ready and duplicate copies of critical findings Summary
Liability and Professional (Errors & Omissions) Insurance protecting clients and ourselves
(1) ASHI - American Association of Home Inspectors
Additional Tools
Home Buyer Checklist
Criteria for choosing a qualified home inspector and comparison worksheet (Qualified_Inspector_Criteria.pdf)
Contact us to discuss how our services can help you make an informed and confident purchase decision.
I.D. Property Inspections, Inc.
Toll Free: 877/800-1250 or 970/203-1250
www.id-inspections.com
