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Your Home Is A Major Investment. A Home
Inspection Can Help Insure That You Are Getting What You Pay For!
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A Priority Inspection of your home or building includes the following
areas where we look to determine if the item passes or fails the
inspection or testing according to the following criteria:
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Inspection Criteria:
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| Item
Passes Inspection (P) |
- AA
- Above Average (new or in excellent condition and functional),
- A
- Average (performs intended function but shows deterioration
or age)
- BA
- Below Average (still functional but requires maintenance to
continue)
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Item
Fails Inspection (F)
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- F
- Not functional, Unsafe or Nearing End of Lifespan
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| Undetermined
(UD)
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- NA
- Not Available or present for testing / inspection or inaccessible
- NT
- Not Tested or Inspected for a specific stated reason
- HOA
- Item is under Home Owners' Association control
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| Inspected
Items Include: |
| Roof:
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Surface
condition, sheathing firmness, ridge, trim, fascia, soffits, vent
stacks and caps, flashing, skylights, drip edge, chimney or furnace
stacks
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| Gutters
and Downspouts: |
Condition
and attachments, debris clogged, splash blocks, drainage, direction
of flow
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| Topography
and Landscaping: |
Elevation,
drainage, storm runoff, standing water, lawn condition, trees,
shrubby
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| Exterior
Doors and Windows: |
Type,
operation, weather strip, security measures, glass, screen, hardware,
garage door, storm rating
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| Storm
Protection: |
Shutter
type, rating, impact glass, mounting hardware, location
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| Driveway
and Sidewalks: |
Type,
material, condition, cracks, erosion
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| Attic
(if accessible): |
Ducts, vents, sheathing (under roof), framing/trusses and strapping,
ventilation, exhaust and AC ducts, insulation, gabel storm bracing
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| Structural
Support (walls, foundation, floors): |
Type,
covering, condition, major or wide uneven cracks, deformity, elevation
above grade
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| Crawl
space (if accessible): |
Type,
support member condition, smell, moisture level, ventilation,
vent screens/windows; visible plumbing, ducts and electrical runs
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| Electrical
Service: |
Minimum
of 100 amp service, type and condition of drop, meter, main disconnect,
main panel wiring, grounding, amperage, double taps, breakers;
functional lighting, outlets and fixtures; switches, weatherproofing,
sub panels, exposed wiring, open junction boxes, GFI presence
and function, 220v service, direct taps w/o breaker or disconnects,
unprotected openings in panel, labeling
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| Heating
and Air Conditioning (central system): |
Duct
system, vents, filter condition, temperature readings, thermostat
function, compressor, refrigerant lines, insulation, coil condition,
air handler, heat strip, drip pan and overflow plumbing, electric
disconnect
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| Plumbing:
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Observable
supply and drain lines, valves, faucets, drains, cleanouts
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| Water
Heater (gas, electric or solar): |
Size,
operation, plumbing connections, relief valve, leak pan, timer,
electrical wiring, heat pump/solar connection; location
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| Appliances:
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Stove,
oven, refrigerator, freezer, fixed microwave, dishwasher, disposal,
clothes washer, dryer, ceiling fans, doorbell, light/vent hood,
ceiling and exhaust fans; central vacuum system, window / wall
AC units
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| Fixed
Cabinets / Counters: |
Location,
condition, doors, drawers, hinges, counter tops, splashboards
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| Interior
Rooms: |
Ceiling,
doors, walls, windows, floors, closets
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| Bathrooms: |
Toilet,
sink, shower, tub
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| Fixed
Pool / Spa : |
Overall
condition; pump operation, jets, filter, heater
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| Screened
Patio: |
Framing,
screen, entry / exit doors
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| Patios: |
Condition,
covered or screened, wood decks, brick pavers, concrete, stone
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| Fencing
and Gates: |
Type
of fence, condition, gate operation, privacy, security
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| Lawn
Sprinkler System: |
Pump,
timer, electrical disconnect, control valve, piping, sprinkler
heads
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Other Available Services:
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| Other
services offered or subcontracted include; Termite and Wood Destroying
Organisms; Fire Safety Inspection; Insurance Qualification Inspections;
Mold Testing and Analysis; Permitted Work Research; Structural Engineering
Consultation; Zoning Restrictions, Water Quality Testing; Water Treatment
System Inspection; Pool Leak Detection; Radon Gas and Asbestos Testing;
Chimney Sweep Inspection; Residential Backflow Testing; Backflow Device
Repairs; and Professional Technician Referrals. |
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Home Inspection Fee Schedule
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