Why do we start on the roof?

Water from a roof leak travels from the top of the house, sometimes to the foundation. We like to get the full view, from the start. 

Some of the items we evaluate on during the roof inspection are:

• Type of Roof Covering Installed
• Approximate Age of the Material
• Any Damage to the Roof Material
• The Gutters and Downspouts
• Flashing and Seals around Roof Penetrations
• Chimneys, Skylights, Vent Stacks

This is just one component of our complete 9 step home inspection.

Did you know?

We average more than 15 photos of the roof on each home inspection report.

After we complete the Roof and Gutter inspection, we move to the rest of the Exterior.

Some of the items we inspect on the exterior are: 

• Brick, Siding, Wall Cladding
• Exterior Windows
• Exterior Doors
• Driveways, Walkways, Patios, and Decks
• Drainage Around the Foundation
• Visible Foundation Components
• Exterior Faucets
• Exterior Electrical Outlets

To learn more about inspecting the Exterior, Click the link below!

After we complete the Exterior Inspection we move to the Attic Area.

Some of the items we inspect in the Attic are: 

• Roof Structural Components
• Insulation type and approximate amount
• Evidence of Moisture Intrusion 
• Evidence of Pests
• Proper Ventilation Systems
• Signs of Organic Growth

To learn more about inspecting the Attic, Click the link below!

After we complete the Attic Inspection we move to the Interior Home Inspection.

Some of the items we inspect in the Interior are: 

• Ceilings, Walls, and Floors
• We begin the Plumbing Inspection
• Start the Electrical Inspection 
• Activate the Furnace or AC unit
• Do the Dishes (seriously) in the dishwasher
• Open and Close all the Windows
• Open and Close all the Doors

To learn more about inspecting the Interior, Click the link below!

After we complete the Interior Inspection we move to the Plumbing System Inspection.

Some of the items we inspect in the Plumbing System are: 

• Water Faucets, Showers, Toilets
• Drain System
• Hot Water System
• Sump Pump
• Water Shutoff
• Natural Gas Supply and Components

To learn more about inspecting the Plumbing System Inspection, Click the link below!

After we complete the Plumbing Inspection we move to the Electrical System Inspection.

Some of the items we inspect in the Electrical System are: 

• Electrical Outlets
• Light Fixtures
• Electrical Service Entrance
• Electrical Breaker/Fuse Box
• Proper Sized Conductors
• GFCI Protection
• Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Alarms

To learn more about the Electrical System Inspection, Click the link below!

After we complete the Electrical Inspection we move to the Heating & Cooling System Inspection.

Some of the items we inspect are:

• The Exterior Cooling Unit
• The Age and Condition of the Unit
• Discharge Temperature through the Ducts
• Condensation Drains
• Interior Furnace & Components
• Carbon Monoxide Levels Discharged By Furnace

To learn more about the Heating & Cooling System Inspection, Click the link below!

After we complete the Cooling System Inspection we move to the Infrared Inspection.

Some of the items we inspect using Infrared are:

• Looking for leaks in the Roof System
• Detecting Leaks Under Drains
• Finding Cold Air/Warm Air intrusion
• Missing or Inadequate Insulation

To learn more about the Infrared Camera Inspection, Click the link below!

After we complete the Infrared Camera Inspection we move to the Structural Inspection.

Some of the items we inspect:

• Cracks in the Drywall, Plaster, Ceilings
• Movement in the Foundation
• Proper Basement/Crawl Space Supports
• Attic Framing and Trusses

To learn more about the Structural Inspection, Click the link below!

After we complete the Structural Inspection we move to any remaining components.

Some of the items we inspect:

• Fireplaces
• Kitchen Appliances
• Washer & Dryer
• Garage Areas and Components

To learn more about the Bonus Items Inspection, Click the link below!