What gets Inspected
A Standard Visual Home Inspection
consists of a visual, non invasive evaluation of the home's major components and systems by an experienced professional home inspector. All inspections are done in accordance to the Florida Standards of Practice, The American Society of Home Inspectors Standards of Practice (ASHI), and Code Of Ethics.
A computer written report detailing the inspector's findings is delivered via email within 24 hours after the inspection. We strive to provide knowledgeable, unbiased, and accurate information for our customers; documented in a Home Inspection Report which is easy to understand, informative, and educational.
A Standard Visual Home Inspection includes
Exterior - Structural - Roof - Attic - Heating and Air Conditioning - Plumbing - Electrical - Garage - Interior - Bathroom - Kitchen & Major Appliances
We also offer inspections of: Swimming Pools & Spas - Sprinkler Systems – Seawalls – Docks & Davits
Grading & drainage issues
Driveways, sidewalks, patio, lanai, porch, sunroom
Exterior walls, siding, trim, windows, doors, chimney
Indications of significant settlement or structural issues
Type, age, general condition
Life expectancy
Quality of installation
Needed repairs, evidence of leakage
Condition of roof covering, flashings, gutters, soffits, vents - damage - Maintenance Issues
Type of construction - Indication of roof leaks -Hurricane tie down straps (presence & installation)
Type and amount of insulation & ventilation
Wiring -splices, junction boxes, safety concerns, or hazards - A/C ducts - condition, installation, placement
Pest activity or damage
Entrance Conductors Main electrical panel - size, type, & condition of wiring, breakers - Branch Circuits – Sub Panels - Hazards & safety concerns - Lights, switches, appliances - Outlets throughout the house - GFCI circuits and ARC fault protection
Type of unit - heat pump or AC with heat strips
Air handler Age, condition, manufacturer, operation. Furnace (age, condition, operation)
Evaluation of system function
Ducts - type, condition, defects, air flow
Main shut off valve - Supply lines, drain lines, valves, fixtures, sinks, toilets, showers, tubs, - condition, water volume & flow, operation, & presence of leaks - Sewer venting - Water heater - location, manufacturer, type, size, age, condition, safety concerns
Type of construction - masonry, wood frame siding - doors - windows - flooring - additions - wood damage - foundations - slab - crawl space - visible structural components -
Kitchen
Plumbing , Electric - cabinets, sink, garbage disposal, dishwasher, oven, refrigerator, microwaves, major built-in appliances
Ceilings, floors, doors, walls, Counter tops
Bathroom
Toilet, sink, tub, shower, counter tops, vanities, cabinets
Plumbing, electric – enclosure
Ceilings, floors, doors, windows, walls
Ceilings, floors, doors, walls
Structure and maintenance issues
Attic stairs
Garage door openers - operation and safety controls.
Walls, floors, ceilings, doors, windows
Structural concerns, water intrusion
Stairs, balconies, and railings
Presence of smoke alarms
Fireplaces
Additional Home Inspection Services
Type - concrete, fiberglass, vinyl
Structural and Visual Condition
Pool equipment condition and operation
pumps, filters, timer, controls
Heat Pump, Solar Panels, Heaters
Water source
City water, reclaimed, well, pump
Control panels
Sprinkler heads
condition and operation
Seawalls
Type and condition
Docks & Davits
Florida Insurance Inspections
Uniform Mitigation Verification Inspection Form
Used by Florida Insurance companies to
determine reductions in home insurance
based upon the home's construction
Citizens 4 Point Inspection Report
Required for home that are more than 30 years old
Roof - Electrical - Plumbing - Heating & Air Conditioning
We are no longer providing 4 Point Inspections and Reports.
We do not provide 4 point inspection reports on homes where we’ve done a complete standard visual inspection. A 4 point inspection is not as detailed as our standard visual inspection; are poorly defined, and often what needs be reported can vary between insurance companies and their underwriters. It is highly likely that issues noted as “CORRECTIVE” in the Electrical, Plumbing, Roof & Attic, and Heating - Air Conditioning sections in the summary of our inspection reports should be addressed prior to having a 4 point inspection.
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