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Receive this 31 page Environmental concerns Book free with your home inspection!
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What Do I Inspect?
:: Roof, vents, flashings and trim.
:: Gutters and downspouts.
:: Skylight, chimney and other roof penetrations.
:: Decks, stoops, porches, walkways, and railings.
:: Eaves, soffit and fascia.
:: Grading and drainage.
:: Basement, foundation and crawlspace.
:: Water penetration and foundation movement.
:: Heating systems.
:: Cooling systems.
:: Main water shut off valves.
:: Water heating system.
:: 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.
:: GFCI's and AFCI's.
:: Fireplace damper door and hearth.
:: Insulation and ventilation.
:: Garage doors, safety sensors and openers.
:: And much more.
Don't understand a term mentioned above? Click here for my glossary page.
Quality Assurance Home Inspections also does 203K Consulting Click here for more info on HUD's 203K Rehabilitation Program.
Manufactured Home Foundation Certifications
 If you are selling or buying a manufactured home, then most likely a foundation certification will be required. For all FHA and VA loans, an engineer's foundation certification is required that states that the home is placed on a permanent foundation that complies with the "HUD Permanent Foundation Guide for Manufactured Homes", dated 1996 by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
We have partnered with the engineers at Foundation Certifications to provide a turn-key foundation certification service to you. For more information simply contact us and we'll be glad to help.
For a copy of any of the following reports:
Inspection Report
Mold Report
Infrared Report
Radon Report
Water Report
Click here.
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Who should get a Home Inspection
Buyer: A home inspection is going to uncover any major defects, saving you money and aggravation. When major deficiencies are uncovered before you close, you can deal with them before they become your problem. Investing a little money in a home inspection now, can save you a lot of money at closing. More importantly, your home inspection is going to uncover potential safety and health hazards that you can have addressed before you move in.
Seller: Having your home inspected before you sell allows you to see what the buyer's inspector is going to see, before it becomes an issue. It gives you the opportunity to address any major concerns, and gives the home a "Pre-Certified" advantage. It's always a good selling point when potential buyers begin their tour of the house, greeted by copies of the inspection report on the kitchen counter. Many times they fore go having an inspection of their own.
End of warranty: This is one of the most important and overlooked inspections a homeowner can get. You have certain rights when you buy a new home in NYS. You're only going to get one shot at uncovering any deficiencies and submitting them to the builder. The "End of Warranty" inspection will protect you and your investment for years to come. Click here for more info on new home warranties.
Monitoring Inspection: This is a great service for people who are building new. These are workmanship and code compliance inspections that take place during the course of construction. Please call me for more information.
Infrared Scanning
Upgrade your inspection and take it to the next level with an infrared thermal imaging scan. Infrared (thermal imaging) is an advanced non-destructive technology that allows me to show you things about your home that no one can show you with conventional inspection methods.
An infrared inspection can identify and document:
electrical faults before they cause a fire.
overloaded and undersized circuits.
circuit breakers in need of immediate replacement.
missing, damaged, and/or wet insulation.
heat loss and air infiltration in walls, ceilings, floors, windows and doors.
water and moisture intrusion that could lead to mold.
possible pest infestation.
hidden roof leaks, before they cause serious damage.
air conditioner compressor leaks.
under fastening and/or missing framing members.
structural defects.
broken seals in double pane windows.
energy loss and efficiency.
dangerous flue leaks.
damaged and/or malfunctioning radiant heating systems.
unknown plumbing leaks.
overheated equipment.
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