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WHAT WE INSPECT

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EXTERIOR

  • Siding, trim, and paint or stucco condition

  • Doors, windows, and screens

  • Porches, decks, balconies, stairs, and railings

  • Driveways, walkways, and patios

  • Grading and drainage around the home

  • Fences and retaining walls, where they affect the structure

  • Visible trees and vegetation near the structure

  • All exterior fixutres and outlets

  • Gutters and down spouts

ROOF

  • Roofing material condition (shingles, tile, metal, flat roof membrane)

  • Flashing, vents, and chimneys

  • Gutters and downspouts

  • Skylights

  • Signs of leaks or past repairs

FOUNDATOIN

  • Foundation walls, slab, or crawl space

  • Floor, wall, and ceiling framing, where visible

  • Signs of settling, cracking, or moisture intrusion

  • Crawl space or basement conditions

ATTIC & INSUALTOIN

  • Insulation type and depth

  • Ventilation

  • Roof framing and sheathing

  • Signs of moisture, pests, or past leaks

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ELECTRICAL

  • Service entrance and main panel

  • Breakers, wiring type, and grounding

  • Outlets, switches, and fixtures (a representative sample)

  • GFCI and AFCI protection

  • Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors

PLUMBING

  • Supply and drain piping

  • Water pressure and flow

  • Faucets, toilets, sinks, tubs, and showers

  • Water heater (age, condition, venting, safety valves)

  • Main shutoff and visible leaks

  • Gas lines, where visible

HEATING & COOLING

  • Furnace or heat pump

  • Air conditioner

  • Ductwork and vents

  • Thermostat operation

  • Flue and venting

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INTERIOR

KITCHEN & LAUNDRY

  • Walls, ceilings, and floors

  • Doors and windows (operation and seals)

  • Stairs and railings

  • Signs of water stains or mold-like growth

  • Fireplaces and chimney interior (visible parts)

  • Built-in appliances (dishwasher, range, disposal, and so on)

  • Cabinets and countertops

  • Ventilation

  • Laundry hookups and dryer venting

GARAGE

  • Garage door and auto-reverse safety

  • Fire-rated door between garage and house

  • Floor slab and walls

SAFTEY ITEMS

  • Smoke and carbon monoxide detector placement

  • Handrails and guardrails

  • Visible fire safety concerns

  • Trip hazards

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