ON-SITE INSPECTION REPORT

With your best interests in mind, my reports are produced on location offering full transparency. The advantage of on-site reporting is that you are fully aware of the process and problems that may arise immediately after the inspection.

I walk my clients through each inspection from the interior to the exterior assessing everything from roofing and plumbing to electrical and structural components of the property. As I record each item, I will keep you abreast of what I observe. If a question should arise as they often do, I am there to address your concerns straight away.

Inspections are typically a minimum of two and a half hours, but vary in terms of length and complexity. Even if you are unable to make it to the inspection my reports are designed to be easy-to-understand and detailed so that you gather a complete picture of your investment. I am also happy to review the report with you at any time over the phone or in person.

Our home inspection reports typically cover the following items and more.

1. Foundation, Basement, and Under-floor Areas
   1. Foundation system
   2. Floor framing system
   3. Under-floor ventilation
   4. Foundation anchoring and cripple wall bracing
   5. Wood separation from soil
   6. Insulation
2. Exterior
   1. Surface grade directly adjacent to the buildings
   2. Doors and windows
   3. Attached decks, porches, patios, balconies, stairways, and their enclosures
   4. Wall cladding and trim
   5. Portions of walkways and driveways that are adjacent to the buildings
3. Roof Covering
   1. Covering
   2. Drainage
   3. Flashings
   4. Penetrations
   5. Skylights
4. Attic Areas and Roof Framing
   1. Framing
   2. Ventilation
   3. Insulation
5. Plumbing
   1. Water supply piping
   2. Drain, waste, and vent piping
   3. Faucets and fixtures
   4. Fuel gas piping
   5. Water heaters
   6. Functional flow and functional drainage
6. Electrical
   1. Service equipment
   2. Electrical panels
   3. Circuit wiring
   4. Switches, receptacles, outlets, and lighting fixtures
7. Heating and Cooling
   1. Heating equipment
   2. Central cooling equipment
   3. Energy source and connections
   4. Combustion air and exhaust vent systems
   5. Condensate drainage
   6. Conditioned air distribution systems
8. Fireplaces and Chimneys
   1. Chimney exterior
   2. Spark arrestor
   3. Firebox
   4. Damper
   5. Hearth extension
9. Building Interior
   1. Walls, ceilings, and floors
   2. Doors and windows
   3. Stairways, handrails, and guardrails
   4. Permanently installed cabinets
   5. Permanently installed cook-tops, mechanical range vents, ovens, dishwashers, and food waste disposers
   6. Absence of smoke alarms
   7. Vehicle doors and openers