INSPECTION SERVICES
From full inspections to ancillary services, we have many options to help you learn more about a property! Here's an overview of our inspection services- feel free to contact us for more information about each, or if there is something specific you are looking for that isn't listed.
FULL HOME INSPECTIONS:
A home is probably the biggest purchase you’ll ever make, so it’s important to understand the condition of your investment. We’ll provide a non-invasive evaluation of the home’s accessible structure, systems and components, in accordance with InterNACHI and Virginia's Standards of Practice. While a home inspection can’t reveal every concern that exists, it will significantly reduce your anxiety by arming you with the knowledge you need to make an informed home-buying decision.
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Or maybe you are selling your home- let us inspect it before you list it! A pre-list Move-In Certified® Seller’s Inspection alerts you to any defects or problems with your home so that you can address them before prospective buyers discover them. You can then take the time you need to obtain reasonable repair estimates. Avoid 11th-hour negotiations and delays, and justify your full asking price by having your home for sale inspected now.
NEW CONSTRUCTION INSPECTIONS:
Are you building a new home? We can come out during different phases of the construction process to make sure your project is being executed according to your specs. We can verify that scheduled work has been completed before you make a payment to your contractor. We’ll also come out prior to project completion to help you and your general contractor devise a punch list of remaining items. This is not a code-compliance inspection for your contractor, but a New Construction Inspection for you.
What's Inspected?
A home inspection is a visual examination of the home's major structure, systems, and components that are visible and safely accessible. During the inspection, an inspector can find and document defects that may or may not be obvious to you as a prospective buyer. Such defects can range from simple replacements or repairs to severe damage or safety and health concerns. Depending on the nature of your contract, repair or credit for these issues can possibly be used in your purchase negotiations.
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Interior, exterior, walls, windows, and doors
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HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning)
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Basement, crawlspace, and structure
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Fireplace
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Roof and attic
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Electrical
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Plumbing
ADDITIONAL SERVICES
Want to go beyond a standard inspection to learn more about a property, so there are no unexpected "surprises" later? We also offer ancillary services to help you get a more detailed look at a property! These services can be added to a home inspection, or scheduled to be performed separately.
SEWER SCOPING:
Are your sinks and tubs emptying too slowly? Buying a home, and want to make sure there are no "unexpected" problems? We can use a special camera to scope your sewer line to visualize any blockages that are interfering with your plumbing system’s proper drainage. Finding and addressing such problems now can head off catastrophic and expensive repairs later. For more info on sewer scoping, click here
THERMAL IMAGING:
We utilize a state-of-the-art infrared camera to find problems that aren’t always apparent to the naked eye. An IR camera translates the heat signatures of objects into colors on a gradient scale, with higher temperatures appearing as lighter colors, and lower temperatures and wet areas appearing as darker colors. By evaluating these images, we can detect sources of energy loss, locate areas of moisture intrusion, pinpoint dangerous hot spots in the electrical system, and uncover other problems, such as wood-destroying pest and rodent infestations, as well as flue leaks in the chimney, which can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning. For more info on thermal imaging, click here
RADON TESTING:
Radon is the number one cause of lung cancer among non-smokers, according to EPA estimates. Overall, radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer. Radon is responsible for about 21,000 lung cancer deaths every year. Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that can cause lung cancer. You can't see or smell radon, with testing being the only way to detect the levels in your home. We are certified by the National Radon Safety Board to provide radon testing in the state of Virginia- so give us a call to ensure you and your family are safe! For more info on radon testing, click here
MOLD/INDOOR AIR QUALITY TESTING:
Most of us spend much of our time indoors. The air that we breathe in our homes can put us at risk for health problems. Some pollutants can be chemicals, gases, and living organisms like mold and bacteria. Research has even shown that the quality of indoor air can be worse than that of outdoor air. We are certified by the International Association of Certified Indoor Air Consultants (IAC2) to perform mold and air quality testing, so you can breathe safe! For more info on Indoor Air Quality and mold testing, click here
