Home Inspection, What is it?
The scope of the inspection and report is a limited visual inspection of the readily accessible general systems and components of the home. This inspection is to identify any system or component listed in the report which may be in need of immediate major repair. The inspection is performed in compliance with the North Carolina standards of practice.
Inspection includes:
Structural System
Exterior
Roof System
Plumbing System
Electrical System
Heating and Air Conditioning System
Interior
Insulation and Ventilation
Fireplaces and Solid Fuel Burning Appliances
Optional inspections include:
Radon
Well or water testing
Permit history review
The Following are outside the scope of the inspection; however some of the items may be included in the inspection for additional fees:
Building code or zoning ordinance violations
Geology stability or soils conditions
Engineering analysis
Termites and pests
Asbestos, mold, fungi, radon, etc.
Building value
Pools, Spas, Saunas, and Steam Baths
Private water or sewage systems
Radio-controlled devices
Water Softener Systems
Furnace heat exchangers, freestanding appliances, security alarms, low-voltage signal systems (phone and cable television) or personal property
Prediction of life expectancy of any item, future conditions or operating cost
Building permits and identification of modifications/additions
Inside of any piping including underground storage tanks
Advisability of purchase of the property
Report:
Summary Page
Body has color photos with arrows indicating defects
I am retired and no longer doing inspections. Please see contact page to find an inspector.
The scope of the inspection and report is a limited visual inspection of the readily accessible general systems and components of the home. This inspection is to identify any system or component listed in the report which may be in need of immediate major repair. The inspection is performed in compliance with the North Carolina standards of practice.
Inspection includes:
Structural System
Exterior
Roof System
Plumbing System
Electrical System
Heating and Air Conditioning System
Interior
Insulation and Ventilation
Fireplaces and Solid Fuel Burning Appliances
Optional inspections include:
Radon
Well or water testing
Permit history review
The Following are outside the scope of the inspection; however some of the items may be included in the inspection for additional fees:
Building code or zoning ordinance violations
Geology stability or soils conditions
Engineering analysis
Termites and pests
Asbestos, mold, fungi, radon, etc.
Building value
Pools, Spas, Saunas, and Steam Baths
Private water or sewage systems
Radio-controlled devices
Water Softener Systems
Furnace heat exchangers, freestanding appliances, security alarms, low-voltage signal systems (phone and cable television) or personal property
Prediction of life expectancy of any item, future conditions or operating cost
Building permits and identification of modifications/additions
Inside of any piping including underground storage tanks
Advisability of purchase of the property
Report:
Summary Page
Body has color photos with arrows indicating defects
I am retired and no longer doing inspections. Please see contact page to find an inspector.
