What to Expect
What is Included in a home inspection?
Foundations
Exterior Siding, eaves, soffits, and fascia
Decks, balconies, stoops, steps, and railings
Driveways, patios, walkways, and retaining walls
Vegetation, grading, and drainage with respect to the condition of the building
Roof coverings, drainage systems, flashing, skylights, chimneys, and penetrations.
All plumbing systems, plumbing fixtures, water heater, fuel storage and distribution.
All electrical systems, service equipment, grounding equipment, main overcurrent device, main and distribution panels.
Operation of fans, lights, switches and receptacles
Operation of ground fault circuit interrupters
Smoke detectors and carbon monoxide alarms
Heating and cooling equipment and distribution systems
Interior walls, ceiling, floors, steps, stairways, cabinets, and windows
Insulation and ventilation
Built-In appliances