Americana Home Inspection

Introduction: The goal of a home inspection is to give the client a much better understanding of the physical condition of the structure than would otherwise be known. To achieve this, an inspector conducts a visual inspection of the home and its systems. Preliminaries: Typical homes take 2-3 hours to inspect. When the client arrives, the inspector often presents a pre-inspection agreement to be signed, followed by payment. A good inspector then gives the client an overview of the inspection process and invites the client to accompany him. Items covered: Though the order may vary, the inspector should at least visually inspect the following: • interior (non-cosmetic) • foundation/basement • framing/structure • roof/attic • chimney • kitchen/appliances/laundry bathrooms • plumbing system • electrical system • heating system • air conditioning system • garage Additional services: • water testing • radon testing • lead testing • asbestos testing • carbon monoxide testing