Home Inspector Faribault | Home Inspections – 507-721-3120
Home inspection requirements vary greatly from state to state, but the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) has a Standards of Practice page that outlines minimum and uniform standards that you should expect from an inspection. They include the following:
- Structural elements: Construction of visible foundation, evidence of sagging or bowing of the structure, and window alignment
- Safety: Operating fire and carbon monoxide alarms, fire sprinklers, condition of stairs, hand and guardrails, and garage door openers
- Grounds: Leaks from septic tank, proper drainage, and condition of the house’s driveways, fences, and sidewalks
- Roof: Condition of shingles, any repairs/patches to flat roofs, clear vents, damage to chimneys, and properly working gutters
- Exterior surfaces: Correct clearance between ground and siding material, condition of exterior paint or siding, and properly working lights and electrical outlets
- Attic: Sufficient insulation, proper ventilation, and any sign of leaking or water damage
- Interior plumbing: No damaged or leaking pipes, proper hot water temperature, as well as functioning toilets, sinks, bathtubs, and showers
- Electrical system: Up-to-code condition and type of visible wiring, and proper function of circuit breakers, outlets, light fixtures, and fans
- Appliances: Proper function of stove, dishwasher, refrigerator, microwave, washer and dryer, and all other appliances
- Heating and cooling systems: Condition of furnace, air conditioning (temperature permitting), water heater, chimney, and fireplace
- Basement: Solid foundation, walls, and floors, with no signs of water intrusion or damage
- Garage: Solid foundation, windows, ceiling, framing, and roof; working garage door opener; up-to-code electrical system; and proper function of outlets
Your home inspector will also offer ancillary services to our customers while they are there including, FLIR Thermal imaging, Garage Inspection, Home Energy Audit, Mold Inspection, Pool and Spa Inspection, Sewer Scope Inspection and Termite Inspection.
All of our inspections will include a detailed report along with pictures of their findings and will be available to the customer in 24 hours of the inspection.
Home Inspector Faribault | Home Inspections – 507-721-3120