A properly conducted Whole House Inspection starts with a look at the GROUNDS, inspecting for proper drainage, grading and the condition of the vegetation. EXTERIOR, inspecting the foundation and exterior walls, windows and doors. ROOFING, structure type and condition of the roof covering, Attic, gutters & downspouts. BASEMENT, inspect the walls, floor, floor joist system if visible, and look for water infiltrtation. ELECTRICAL, Amp rating, wire sizing and overall condition of the main service and visible branch wiring. PLUMBING, material type, size and condition of all visible pipes and plumbing fixtures. HEATING & COOLING, type of systems and general condition. INTERIOR, walls, ceilings and fixtures. A random inspection of windows and interior doors. APPLIANCES, operation and condition of all built-in appliances.
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A Whole House Inspection that is complete and thorough, usually takes between 2 1/2 and 31/2 hours depending on size and age of the structure(s) to be inspected. We recommend the buyers be present at the inspection if possible. We encourage client partisapation. We will discuss what is discovered during the inspection as we go through the structure. Routine maintenance that the property will need during ownership will be explained also. We can usually print the computerized report with digital photos at the end of the inspection, or email it to our client(s) within 24 hours. However, inspections can be performed without the buyers being present. Inspection results can be discussed over the phone to our clients who can not be present, after they receive the report.
Note - Do the Home Inspectors that you are considering meet the Pennsylvania Home Inspector law requirements? OUR INSPECTORS DO. The Pennsylvania Home Inspection law (act 114 of 2000) took effect on December 20th, 2001. The law requires membership in a non profit, professional home inspection organization that has membership in ten or more states, requires inspectors to pass a nationally reconized exam and maintain yearly continuing education credits. The inspector must then participate in 100 Supervised, Fee Paid Inspections and requires all home inspectors have Errors & Omissions insurance. We follow the guidelines of the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) and the Pennsylvania Home Inspector Coalition (PHIC) that was formed by pennsylvania Home Inspectors and Realtors in the Pennsylvania Association Realtors (PAR). For the most thorough and professional inspection, we recommend contracting home inspectors who are members of ASHI. Make sure your inspector, and your inspection, meet ASHI standards and code of ethics. For more information, click on the ASHI Home Inspection Vertual Tour link. This link will show the areas of the structure that are inspected according to ASHI Standards
To view other inspections associated with a property purchase, or to place an order, please visit our other pages, or call 800-624-0555 - wayne@tri-m.net
