Home Inspection Services

Whether you are buying, selling or maintaining a home or commercial building, a thorough, professional inspection can provide you with a comprehensive understanding of each of the systems that comprises a safe, healthy and durable building.  Of course, not all real estate inspections are comprehensive or done by a trained and experienced inspector. 

Remember, a private home inspector's recommendations are not "requirements."  Your report is provided only to you and it is up to you to decide whether you will want to act on my recommendations.

Inspection Coverage:

The following general categories of systems and components are usually inspected in a thorough home inspections: 

Your Report:

Your report should contain comments in the following areas:

> Recommendations for Immediate Attention,

usually due to safety or structural concerns

> Suggested Upgrades
     which will increase the value or safety of the building

> Maintenance Suggestions
     Items that will allow you to decide when you or others
     should address the deferred maintenance items.

Your report should also include:

> Photographs which will clearly show the items in question

> Narrative which will describe the building's systems and
    components; identify any problems; explain the  
    significance of the problem; include recommendations
    to correct, obtain specialized advice, or monitor the 
    problem areas.

> Suggested Maintenance Schedule which will be included
    to assist you in keeping the building in its best and safest
    condition.

    Take a look at a Sample Report and see if you want less.

Cost for Services:

If you are looking for the cheapest inspection, please reconsider your priorities. Please remember that a home inspector's  fees are generally lower than an appraisal and a very small percentage of your purchase costs.  Isn't it worth it to know the condition of your building?

  While licensure as a home inspector shows commitment
  and knowledge, you may wish to ask your inspector for
  references and statements from past clients.