A home purchase may be the largest investment of your life!  Before you purchase the property you should learn as much as you can, including what may need to be repaired.

A home inspection will point out the positive aspects of a home as well as required ongoing maintenance that will be needed to keep your property in good condition.  By having a professional home inspection you will have a clearer understanding of the home you are purchasing so you can make a confident decision.

A home inspection includes the following:

• Roofs, vents, flashing, and trim 
• Gutters and downspouts
• Skylight, chimney and other roof penetrations
• Decks, stoops, porches, walkways, and railings
• Eaves, soffit, and facia
• Grading and drainage
• Basement, foundation and crawlspace
• Water penetration and foundation movement
• Heating system
• Cooling system
• Main water shutoff valves
• Water heating system
• Interior plumbing fixtures and faucets
• Drainage sump pumps with accessible floats
• Electrical panels, breakers, and fuses
• Grounding and bonding
• GFCIs and AFCIs
• Fireplace damper and hearth
• Insulation and ventilation
• Garage doors, safety sensors and openers