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Services
Areas of
Inspections Covered
Basement/Crawlspace: Floor, moisture
control, sump pump, drainage, foundation walls, finished walls,
columns and supports, floor framing above, ventilation, height and
handrails.
Heating and Cooling: Energy source,
type of unit, firestop and floor, filters, combustion air, relief
air, flue, air handler, air flow, thermostats and air conditioner.
Water: Hot water tank,
hot water tank flue, electrical/gas connections safety overflow
valve, safety valve line, combustion safety covers, house piping,
main shut off location.
Kitchen: Ceiling, walls,
flooring, windows, sink, faucet/sprayer, counters, cabinets, doors,
range, oven, hood light, hood fan, electrical outlets, lighting,
dishwasher, built-in microwave, disposal and compactor.
Bedroom and Living Areas: Ceilings, walls, flooring, windows, doors, locks,
electrical outlets, lighting, ceiling fan, smoke detectors, heating,
handrails and fireplace.
Bathroom: Ceiling, walls,
flooring, tile/grouting, tub/shower, lavatory, toilet, water
flow/drain flow, ventilation/fans, doors, locks, lighting,
electrical outlets, GFCI safety outlets and heating.
Laundry: Plumbing
connections, electrical connections, dryer vent, floor, lighting,
ventilation and laundry sink.
Attic: Access, roof
rafters, roof deck, collar ties, ceiling rafters, ventilation,
insulation and exposed wiring.
Electrical: Voltage, amperage, service type, panel type, branch
circuit wiring, main circuit wiring and accessibility.
Garage: Floors, walls,
overhead door, lighting, electrical outlets, auto openers and safety
reverse.
Exterior Building: Foundation,
gutters and downspouts, steps and hand rails, patios and decks,
entrance doors/locks, lighting, electrical outlets, faucets,
windows, siding, fascia/soffit and masonry veneer.
Exterior Site: Site drainage,
driveway, walks and lawn/shrubs.
Roofing: Roof material, number of layers, roof edging, valley
flashing, wasteline venting, furnace flue flashing, fireplace/wood
stove flashing, roof vents, tree obstructions, sky-lights,
maintenance and life expectancy.
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