A professional home inspector will visually examine all parts of a house and property. Items on your inspection report will include:
- Foundations, Basements and Structures
Basement floor and walls; proper drainage and ventilation; evidence of water seepage
- Exterior Siding, Windows, Doors
Exterior walls, windows, and doors; porches, decks, and balconies; garage
- Roof
Roof type and material; condition of gutters and downspouts
- Interior Plumbing System
Hot and cold water system; the waste system and sewage disposal; water pressure and flow; hot water equipment
- Electrical System
Type of service, number of circuits, type of protection, outlet grounding, load balance
- Central Heating System
Energy source; heating equipment; fans or pumps; ducts or pipes; thermostat
- Central Air Conditioning System
Energy source, type of cooling equipment, capacity, distribution
- Interior Walls, Ceilings, Floors, Windows and Doors
Walls, floors, ceilings, stairways, cabinets, countertops
- Attic
Structural, insulation, and ventilation information
- Fireplace
Notes about the chimney, damper, and masonry
- Garage
Doors, walls, floor, opener
- Appliances
Includes a wide range of built-in and other home appliances; smoke detectors; and television/cable hookups
- Lot and Landscaping
Ground slope away from foundation; condition of walks, steps, and driveway