WHAT DOES A HOME INSPECTION INCLUDE?

What is a "Home Inspection"?

A home inspection is a visual examination of the physical structure and systems of a home. If you are thinking of buying a house, co-op or condominium, you should have it properly inspected before the final purchase by an experienced and impartial professional home inspector.

What does a home inspection include?

A complete inspection includes a visual examination of the house from top to bottom. The inspector examines the heating system, the central air conditioning system (when temperature permits), the interior plumbing, and electrical systems, the roof and visible insulation, walls, ceilings, floors, windows and doors, the foundations, basement and visible structure.

Following is a list of a Full Inspection from JW Home Inspections:

• Roof, Ventilation and Flashing
• Chimney, Gutters, Downspouts
• Exterior Siding and Trim/windows
• Skylights and their seals
• Porches, Decks and Patios
• Driveways, Walks and Grading
• Foundation and Crawlspaces
• Garages and Mechanical Doors
• Retaining Walls, "Dead Men"
• Interior Walls, Ceilings and Floors
• Doors and Windows
• Electric, Switches, Plugs, Light Fixtures
• Furnace, Heat Exchange, Gas Leaks
• Fireplaces and Dampers
• Plumbing, Water Pressure, Drainage
• Sinks, Shouwers, Toilets, Enclosures
• Interior Foundation Settlement
• Steps, Risers, Railings
• Insulation - Attic, Walls, Crawlspace
• Ventilation, 1 sq. ft. per 150 sq. ft.
• Truss Supports, Raters, Structure
• Basement Walls, Floors, sump Pump
• Girders, Piers, Beams, Floor Joists
• Air Conditioning, Humidifiers, Filters
• Water Heaters, Relief Valves
• Main Water Supply
• Smoke Detectors, GFCI Circuits
• Concrete and Masonry
• Electrical Panel Box Circuitry