| Appraisals vs. Inspections: |
| An Appraiser is ONLY required to: |
| Estimate the market value of a house and make sure that it meets the Lenders minimum property requirements and make sure that the property is marketable. |
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| Did you know that many ®Realtors refer to appraisals as inspections?! |
| An appraisal (as described above) is different from a home inspection, they are protection of assets for Banks; Home Inspections are protection of assets for You!! |
What We Inspect-We will conduct a thorough inspection of your home, inside and out.
As a NACHI-certified professional Home Inspector, I have the knowledge and expertise to provide you with a thorough and professional, non-intrusive, visual inspection of your home, from roof to foundation. See our Standards of Practice here.
Outside the home, I will check the exterior walls, roof, driveway, deck, etc., then I will move inside to examine the walls, ceilings, floors, doors, and windows. The heating, air-conditioning,plumbing, and electrical systems will all be examined to ensure that they function as intended. Bathrooms, kitchens, and laundry rooms receive a thorough check, along with the attic and basement or crawl space.
Here are some of the many items I'll be looking at during your home inspection:
Foundation and support structure
Fireplaces
Roof systems
Basement seepage
Safety controls
Water heater
Ventilation
Electrical capacity & components Structural integrity
Steps and stairs
Heating system
Central Air Conditioning system
Walks and driveways
Built-in appliances
Plumbing system & fixtures
Garages, Carports, Workshops or other external buildings
Surface drainage Crawl Space ventilation
Windows & doors
Insulation
Gutters & downspouts
Decks
Sump pumps
Your Invited !
I invite you to come along. This is your LAST opportunity to gain knowledge of major systems, appliances and fixtures prior to buying your home. Learn maintenance tips, better understand the items that will be outlined in the written report, and ask questions of the inspector.
Be prepared...the inspection may take 2 hours depending on size of home and condition.
Call Now: Cell 218-469-1521, Office 701-277-3123