| What do you normally inspect? |
| We inspect many aspects of the home, including the exterior of the property, the roof
covering, structure, flashing and ventilation, and the exterior siding of the home. We inspect exterior
windows and trim, and exterior walls and doors. We inspect the garage, and the exterior air
conditioning and/or heat pump system. |
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| In the interior of the home, we inspect the kitchen, laundry/utility room, bathrooms, and each
individual room of the house. We inspect plumbing, heating and cooling, and electrical systems, including the
main electrical service entry and panel. We inspect the attic, and any basement or crawl space that may
be present. We also inspect the fireplace and chimney, smoke detectors, windows and doors, and other miscellaneous items. |
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| What type of report do you give us? |
| We provide you with a comprehensive written report which details all the items that were
inspected, and any problems or safety items which may have been discovered during the inspection. |
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| Do you perform repairs when you find problems? |
| No, we do not. We don't feel that it would be ethical for us to perform repairs on homes
that we have inspected, and we feel it would be a conflict of interest for us to do so. Our job is to provide
you with a comprehensive report on the condition of the home. If repairs are necessary, we will point them out
to you and suggest the type of repair service that is needed, such as plumbing, electrical work, or carpentry.
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| Do you charge for re-inspections after repairs have been made? |
| Usually we charge a fee for reinspecting after repairs have been made. The amount of the fee
depends on the complexity of the repairs that were made and time involved in the reinspection. |
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| Do you guarantee inspections? |
| No, we can't guarantee that the condition of a home will remain the same after we've inspected it,
for the same reason that your doctor can't guarantee the results of your annual physical checkup. We make every effort
to indentify any problems with the home at the time of the inspection, but unfortunately we can't guarantee that
no problems will surface in the future. If you are purchasing a home and are concerned about repairs or problems that
may arise in the future, we suggest that you speak with your realtor about purchasing a home warranty.
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