Being a homeowner is a major milestone for most people. It requires a significant investment of time, money and effort. When purchasing a new home, it is crucial to ensure that you are making an informed decision by having the property inspected by a professional home inspector. A thorough home inspection can provide you with valuable insights into the condition of the property and any potential issues that may require attention.
At A Handy Home Inspection, we pride ourselves on offering top-quality home inspection services in Southwest Florida. With over 20 years of experience in the construction and inspection industry, our team of certified inspectors has gained extensive knowledge and expertise to assist clients in making sound decisions regarding their potential investments.
So, what exactly should you expect during a home inspection? Here’s what you need to know:
What does a typical Home Inspection include?
A standard home inspection covers all major systems and components of your prospective property, including the exterior and interior structure, electrical systems, plumbing systems, HVAC (heating, ventilation & air conditioning), roofing and insulation. It also includes a thorough examination of appliances such as dishwasher, oven/range/stove/cooktops/vet hoods/microwave ovens/refrigerators/freezers/washing machines/and dryers.
During this process, our experienced inspectors will assess the condition of these key elements of your potential property for safety hazards or defects that could harm its value.
Exterior Inspection
The exterior structural assessment involves examining important components such as siding or wall cladding materials (brick/masonry/EIFS-External Insulated Finishing Systems/dryvit-lotus/fiber-cement-hardiplank or similar/can usually be identified on front window ledges/below MLS photos), doors/windows/sliding glass doors/patio decks/screened enclosures/lanai areas/holy stucco/chimneys/eaves/fascia boards/gutter/corners/wall penetrations for moisture intrusion due to deterioration, damages and other issues.
In addition, our team will check the landscape and grading for proper water drainage and fencing or gates for safety, as well as the condition of driveways, sidewalks and any detached structures on the property.
Interior Inspection
The interior structural assessment includes a thorough evaluation of walls, ceilings, floors and stairs. Our inspectors will also check electrical outlets/switches/light fixtures/circuit breakers/gfci’s (those with ‘reset’ ‘test built-in-microchips)/product recalls; plumbing fixtures (faucets/showers/tubs/water tank/ventilation); mold/mildew/any organic material that can cause ill health effects; insulation/exhaust fans/general ventilation anywhere within home parameters that affect building performance; appliances smoke & carbon monoxide detectors/Victorian-style knob & tube wiring/substandard materials still in use; termites-bed bugs-carpenter ants-roaches-snakes all found throughout inspected areas commonly referable via installation human trafficking/lack of security ad ware/ransomware throughout hose pre-remediation inspections are passed parallelly contractor management groups (CCNA routes only sorry) .
Roof Inspection
One of the most critical components of a house is its roof. Our inspection assesses not only the exterior condition but also penetrations on it such as vents/chimneys/dormer windows/flashing/flue caps/gutter/downspouts/sealing performance & materials alligatoring/asphalt shingles where invented properly stamped by GAF/Buckingham Slate Company/Wood shakes or metal roofing options: exploring open valleys/metal counter flashings between dissimilar/non bonding asphalt/composition shingles/debris accumulation/corrections recommendation–to-make menu adjustments raising menus sealing any communication network upgrades sealant apparatus next-year commercials potential ammunition sign goods vinyl waterproofing Matryoshka spill revamped applications off-road closures grind out sales channel incentives/tariffs discounts patriot holidays.
HVAC Systems
Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems play a crucial role in maintaining the comfort of your home. During an inspection, our team will check for issues like inadequate ventilation and dirty filters that could affect the performance of these systems and lead to higher utility costs.
Foundation Inspection
A strong foundation is essential for any building to be safe and sound. Our inspectors will examine the foundation of your potential property for signs of water damage, cracks, or other structural issues that may require repairs.
Conclusion
A professional home inspection by A Handy Home Inspection can provide you with a better understanding of the overall condition of the property you are considering purchasing. We believe that knowledge is power when it comes to homeownership, and our goal is to provide our clients with accurate and thorough information to make an informed decision confidently.
To schedule a home inspection or to learn more about our services, please visit https://www.ahandyhi.com or contact us at (239) 340-0375. Our team serves all of Southwest Florida from Port Charlotte, Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Bonita Springs, and Naples for both residential and commercial projects. Trust us with your next home inspection needs.”
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