Be an Informed Buyer
It is your responsibility to be an informed home buyer.  You should always be sure the home you purchase is satisfactory. A careful examination of your potential new home is crucial and could save you a great deal of money in the long run. A home inspection should always be arranged before the purchase of any home. Be sure your contract states that the house purchace is pending the results of the home inspection.

As a Home Inspector I will:

• Evaluate the physical condition: of the structure, construction and mechanical systems
• Identify items that should be repaired or replaced
• Estimate the remaining useful life of the major systems(such as electrical, plumbing,heating, airconditioning), equipment, structure and finishes.
   

A Typical Inspection Includes:

• Roof, vent, flashings and trim
• Gutters and downspouts
• Skylight, chimney,and other roof penetrations
• Decks, step, porches, walkways and railings
• Grading and drainage
• Basement, foundation and crawlspaces
• Water penetration and foundation movement
• Heating systems
• Cooling systems
• Main water shutoff valves
• Water heating systems
• Interior plumbing fixtures and faucets
• Drainage sump pumps with accessible floats
• Electrical service line and meter box
• Main disconnect and service amperage
• Electrical panels, breakers and fuses
• Grounding and bonding
• Fireplace damper and hearth
• Insulation and ventilation
• Garage doors, safety sensors and openers

      And much more.
*every property is unique so the above list varies for each inspection