Home Inspections of the Triad will conduct an objective visual analysis of the structure and systems of the property using the latest equipment and technologies. Typically, an inspection will take between 2 and 4 hours, depending on the size and age of the structure. Findings are quickly delivered within 24 hours of the inspection in the form of a comprehensive report complete with a summary section and photographs available for download.
Our home inspection service examines the following:
Exterior:
- Wall cladding, flashings and trim
- Eaves, soffits and fascia
- All entryway doors and windows
- Garage doors and automatic opening and reverse safety operations
- Decks, balconies, stoops, steps, porches and railings
- Driveways, patios, walkways, and retaining walls
- Vegetation, grading and drainage as it effects the home
Electrical
- Service entrance conductors and service equipment
- Amperage and voltage ratings
- Branch circuit conductors and over current devices
- Ceiling fans, lighting fixtures, switches and receptacles
Built-In Kitchen Appliances
- Permanently-installed dishwashers
- Range, cook tops, and/or ovens
- Trash compactors
- Garbage disposals
- Venting equipment or range hoods
- Permanently-installed microwave ovens
Roofing
- Roof coverings
- Roof drainage systems
- Flashings
- Skylights, chimneys, and roof penetrations
Plumbing
- Interior water supply and distribution system
- Interior drain, waste, and vent system
- Water heaters
- Fuel storage and distribution systems
- Sump pumps
HVAC
- Heating and cooling equipment
- Normal operating controls
- Readily visible chimneys, flues, and vents
- Solid fuel heating devices
- Distribution systems, including fans, pumps, ducts, and piping
Interiors
- Walls ceilings and floors
- Steps, stairways, balconies, and railings
- Counters and built-in cabinets
- Interior doors and windows
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For a complete list of inspection items as set forth by the North Carolina Home Inspectors Licensure Board, including exclusions and limitations, please refer to the Home Inspector Licensure Act’s Standards of Practice.
