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What are some of the things a home inspector inspects ?

The following is just a small portion of what the home inspector looks at while inspecting a house. The full inspection takes two to three hours and is too comprehensive to completely list here. All visible aspects of the house are looked at and evaluated by the home inspector during the inspection. It is recommended that you come along and ask questions at the home inspection.

EXTERIOR COMPONENTS

• Landscaping - its effects on the foundations
• Siding, trim, exterior windows and storms - general condition of each
• Roof, chimney, flashing, valleys - evidence of water penetration, materials, condition
• Gutters, downspouts - general condition, effects of dampness in basement and its ability to carry off rainwater
• Driveways, patios, decks, porches - general condition of each
• Air conditioner compressor
• Visible structural defects
• Suggestions on maintaining the home
• And any visual safety hazards
  
  
  

INTERIOR COMPONENTS

• Walls, floors, ceilings, windows - general condition of each
• Plumbing system - All visible fixtures, pipes and drains tested for operation
• Electrical systems - outside entrance wiring, service panel and visible wiring inspected
• Random testing of outlets
• Heating systems - visible portion of heating plant and components
• Attic - visible roof sheathing, ventilation, insulation and framing
• Basement - foundation soundness and evidence of moisture penetration.
  Visible structural defects
• Suggestions on maintaining the home
• And any visual safety hazards