PRE-PURCHASE HOME INSPECTION
This is a must for new and old homes alike. The inspection process usually takes two to three hours, during which time the house is examined from the ground up and will determine the condition of the plumbing, heating, cooling and electrical systems. The structure will also be examined to assure it is sound and to determine the condition of
the roof, siding, windows and doors as well as the safety features of the home. The lot should be graded away from the home so that water does not drain toward the home. The interior of the home is also thoroughly examined for maintenance or cosmetic issues.
PRE-SALE HOME INSPECTION
This is a must for new and old homes alike. The inspection process usually takes two to three hours, during which time the house is examined from the ground up and will determine the condition of the plumbing, heating, cooling and electrical systems. The structure will also be examined to assure it is sound and to determine the condition of the roof, siding, windows and doors as well as the safety features of the home.
as the safety features of the home. The lot should be graded away from the home so that water does not drain toward the home.
The interior of the home is also thoroughly examined for maintenance or cosmetic issues.
4-POINT HOME INSPECTION
A four point (4-Point) home inspection generally includes but is not limited to a visual inspection of the roof system, electrical system, plumbing system and the heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system. The different systems in your home have a varying but somewhat predictable life span.
Most of the information gathered for a four point inspection pertains to just that. However, the information is not limited to the life expectancy of the systems. Also, considered are issues such as type of wiring used in the home, the type of plumbing used and its condition, and identification of
