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To be more specific, as a member of the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI), we offer services conforming to the current InterNACHI Standards of Practice and abide by the Code of Ethics. It is strongly recommended and encouraged that you be present for the inspection although it is not required. A standard inspection usually takes about 2 hours on site with the full report delivered by the next day. I am passionate about homes and sharing my knowledge as an experienced professional and focus on the following items:
Roof
Exterior
Basement, Foundation and Structure
Plumbing
Heating/Cooling
Fireplace
Electrical
Attic, Insulation, and Ventilation
Doors, Windows, and Interior
To be more specific, as a member of the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI), we offer services conforming to the current InterNACHI Standards of Practice and abide by the Code of Ethics. It is strongly recommended and encouraged that you be present for the inspection although it is not required. A standard inspection usually takes about 2 hours on site with the full report delivered by the next day. I am passionate about homes and sharing my knowledge as an experienced professional and focus on the following items:
Roof
- Roof Covering Materials
- Gutters
- Downspouts
- Roof Penetrations
- General Roof Structure
Exterior
- Exterior Wall Covering
- Eaves, Soffit Fascia
- Representative Sample of Windows
- Exterior Doors
- Flashing and Trim
- Walkways and Driveways
- Stairs, Steps and Stairways
- Porches, Decks and Carports
- Railings, Guards and Handrails
- Drainage, Grading, Etc.
Basement, Foundation and Structure
- Foundation
- Basement
- Crawlspace
- Structural Components
Plumbing
- Main Water Supply Valve
- Main Fuel Shutoff Valve
- Water Heating Equipment
- Interior Water Supply
- Toilets
- Sinks, Tubs and Showers
- Drain, Waste and Vent (DWV) System
- Drainage Sump Pumps
Heating/Cooling
- Heating System
- Cooling System
Fireplace
- Visible Areas of Fireplace and/or Chimney
- Lintels
- Damper Doors
- Cleanout Doors and Frames
Electrical
- Service Drop
- Overhead Service Conductors
- Head, Gooseneck and Drip Loops
- Mast, Conduit and Raceway
- Electrical Meter and Base
- Service Entrance Conductors
- Main Service Disconnect
- Panelboard and Breakers/Fuses
- Grounding and Bonding
- Switches, Lights and Receptacles
- Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) Receptacles
- Smoke and Carbon Monoxide (CO) Detectors
Attic, Insulation, and Ventilation
- Insulation (Unfinished Space)
- Ventilation (Unfinished Space)
- Mechanical Exhaust Systems
Doors, Windows, and Interior
- Doors and Windows (Open and Close)
- Floors, Walls, and Ceilings
- Stairs, Steps and Stairways
- Railings, Guards and Handrails
- Garage Doors and Openers
The evaluation is then communicated through a detailed and easy to understand inspection report, which includes descriptions of all the systems in the home, as well as any recommended improvements. This will help you prioritize any improvements and develop a blueprint for your future in the home. For added convenience, a summary at the beginning and an action list at the end will highlight the most important information from your inspection. Our inspections now include an appliance audit, the perfect reference for planning appliance maintenance and checking for warranties and recall information. Best of all, our services to you do not end with the inspection. For as long as you own the home, you can contact Inside Edge with any additional questions at no extra charge.