Major Systems Inspection
A home inspection is an incredibly detailed process that evaluates a property’s major, visible, and accessible systems to identify safety hazards, structural defects, and maintenance issues before a sale. Key areas include the roof, foundation, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems. This 2-4 hour visual, non-invasive assessment results in a detailed report highlighting, but not repairing, any possible repairs or maintenance needed to keep your home in tip-top shape.
About to sell your home and want to avoid unpleasant surprises during contract negotiation? Home buyers today are less concerned about the “minor issues” of the home you’re about to purchase but want to know the status of the “major ones”, and a pre-listing home inspection will absolutely help you sell faster and at a higher price, as those worries will be mitigated by it. If you are a non-occupant owner of an investment property, regular home inspections will tell you what your tenants can’t – or won’t. They will also help current homeowners with no intention of moving be sure they are doing all the right maintenance and updates for their home to last decades.
Major Systems Only Inspection
A Major Systems Only Inspection is an excellent way to clear your conscious of the potential sticky and pricey issues that can occur during a real estate transaction or just plain home ownership. our Major Systems Inspection includes a roof inspection, an attic inspection (looking for evidence of water intrusion), an unfinished basement or crawl space inspection (looking for evidence of active leaks and water intrusion) and a standard HVAC inspection. Includes limited Major Systems Only inspection, full report of systems inspected with HD pictures, and consultation.
Key Major Systems Inspected
- Roofing: Inspectors check shingles, flashings, chimneys, and gutters for damage or leaks.
- Structural Components: Evaluation of the foundation, basement, crawlspace, and visible structural framing for cracks, settlement, or water intrusion.
- HVAC Systems: Testing of heating and air conditioning systems for age, function, and efficiency.
- Plumbing System: Inspection of pipes, fixtures, water heater, and water pressure, looking for leaks or corrosion.
- Electrical System: Review of the main panel, wiring, circuit breakers, and grounded outlets.
- Interior/Exterior Components: Inspection of walls, floors, ceilings, windows, doors, and siding.
What is Typically Not Included
- Inaccessible Areas: Inspectors will not move furniture, break through walls, or lift heavy items.
- Specialty Systems: Underground pipes, wells, septic systems, or swimming pools are usually not covered without specific, extra services.
- Cosmetic Flaws: The focus is on safety and function, not paint, carpet, or aesthetic issues.