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WHAT GETS INSPECTED DURING A HOME INSPECTIONInformation is power. Here are some of the items that are inspected: Topographical: Approaching/Surrounding Grounds, Immediate Grounds, Grading, Drainage, Vegetation, Infestations, Retaining Walls... Building Exterior: Walkways, Driveways, Foundations, Siding/Brickwork/EIFS, Trim, Doors, Windows, Decks/Patios, Stairs, Roof, Flashing, Chimneys, Venting, Gutters, Downspouts and more... Building Interior: Walls, Floors, Ceilings, Doors, Closets, Cabinets, Counter tops, Exhaust, Windows, Hardware and more... Attic: Access, Framing, Insulation, Ventilation, Structure, Water Intrusion and more... Basement/Crawlspace: Access, Foundation, Walls, Floors, Ceilings, Structure, Ventilation, Water Intrusion and more... Plumbing: Waste Lines/Cleanout Locations, Water Supply, Meter/Main Shutoff Location, Pressure/Flow, Vents, Kitchen Bathroom Fixtures/Faucets, Domestic Hot Water Supply/Capacity/Energy Source/Safety Controls and more... Heating System: Identify System, Condition of Equipment, Energy Source, Controls, Zones/Duct work/Piping/Radiation and more... Air Conditioning: Identify System, Condition of Equipment, Duct work, Zones, Electrical Overload Protection and more... Electrical: Service Entry Cable, Meter Location, Main Breaker/Location/Capacity/Type, Distribution Panel, Sub-Panels, Wiring, Outlets, GFCI/AFCI Protection, Circuits, Panel Wiring, Grounding, Bonding, Fixtures, Switches, Conductor Materials and more... Additional: Door Bells, Garage Doors, Mechanical Closers, Safety Devices, Smoke Alarms, Carbon Dioxide Alarms, Infestations and more... |