500 - Point General Home Inspection (Buyers)
Purchasing a home? This is a top to bottom, side to side full home inspection, preferred by most home buyers, covering more than 500 points and components of the home. This inspection is a thorough inspection of the entire home including the Structure, Roof, Exterior, Electrical system and components, Heating & Air Conditioning systems and components, Plumbing systems and components, Insulation & Ventilation systems, Interior and Appliances of the home.
This inspection can include a Termite inspection and includes an inspection of the Security system & components. Back
Certified Pre-Owned Home Inspection (Sellers)
Sell your Home FASTER with A-PRO's Certified Pre-Owned Home Inspection. This inspection provides a fair and balanced report of the conditions of the home up front, removing the "unknown" factors common to residential construction which can create unforeseen problems. A-PRO's Certified Pre-Owned Home Inspection assures prospective buyers that the home they are considering has received the most thorough, professional home inspection available in the industry. Back
New Construction Home Inspection
Many problems with residential new construction have been found as in existing homes that are 20 to 30 years old, when inspected. A new construction home inspection provides our clients with peace of mind knowing their home has been built according to industry standards and has been built correctly.
The builder works for the builder in residential new construction sales. A-PRO works for the home buyer who is buying the home (product) from the builder. This inspection keeps our clients on the builder's "priority list" before the home is sold making sure things are done correctly before ownership of the home is transferred to the new buyer.
This is a top to bottom, side to side full home inspection covering more than 500 points and components of the home. This inspection is a thorough inspection of the entire home, including the Structure, Roof, Exterior, Electrical system and components, Heating & Air Conditioning systems and components, Plumbing systems and components, Insulation & Ventilation systems, Interior and Appliances of the home. Back
Commercial Building Inspections
A-PRO has become the premier inspection company performing commercial building inspections. Commercial buildings include multi-family dwellings in addition to office buildings, strip centers and large or small office complexes.
If you are considering purchasing a commercial building, A-PRO will provide you with a comprehensive inspection so that no "unforeseen" expenses are realized after the building is purchased. This too is a good tool for financial management as the condition and performance of the components will be known reducing the need for unforeseen investment in the building or buildings.
This inspection is a thorough inspection of the entire home including the Structure, Roof, Exterior, Electrical system and components, Heating & Air Conditioning systems and components, Plumbing systems and components, Insulation & Ventilation systems, Interior and Appliances of the home. Back
Towne Home Inspection
If you are purchasing a home in a location that is governed or overseen by a home owners association responsible for the structure, exterior and roof, this may be the inspection that will meet your needs.
Towne Home Inspections are a thorough inspection covering the Electrical system and components, Heating & Air Conditioning systems and components, Plumbing systems and components, Insulation & Ventilation systems, Interior and Appliances of the home. This inspection includes a Termite inspection and includes an inspection of the Security system & components. Back
Electrical Mechanical Plumbing Inspection (EMP)
This inspection is a limited inspection that is not recognized by the State of Oklahoma as a valid inspection. This inspection is one that dates the inspection industry and is not a common inspection service for most inspection companies because it is so limited.
This inspection includes an inspection of the electrical system, heating and air conditioning systems and components, plumbing system and components and the appliances in the home
The structure, roof, exterior, insulation, ventilation, attic cavities and interior of the home or building are NOT inspected with this inspection. Understanding the limitations of this inspection is important when hiring a professional inspection company. Back
Swimming Pools & Spas
A-PRO's inspectors have completed the necessary educational requirements for obtaining their Certified Pool Operators License (CPO). A-PRO will inspect the condition and operation of swimming pools and hot tubs located on the property. This is an additional inspection that can be performed at the time of the home inspection. Back
Radon Gas Inspection
Radon is a cancer-causing natural radioactive gas that you can’t see, smell or taste. Its presence in your home can pose a danger to your family's health. Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in America and claims about 20,000 lives annually. EPA has launched a new series of television, radio and print public service announcements encouraging people to test and fix their homes for radon. The U.S. Surgeon General and EPA recommend that all homes be tested.
Radon Gas can be eliminated or reduced to non-threating levels in any home. If you are concerned about radon gas levels in the home you are considering, ask the professionals at A-PRO about testing at the time the home is inspected. Back
Water Testing
Considering a home in an area with well water? Testing the water your family will consume in your new home is highly recommended. This test can be performed at the time of the home inspection.
The sample is sent to our laboratory and check for lead, bacteria and chemicals in the water. Treating a water well is much like treating a swimming pool, only...you don't know what is in the water until it is tested. Back
Air/Mold Testing
Are you concerned about the air quality in the home you and your family are considering living in? Do you or anyone in your family suffer from allergies? A-PRO can provide air quality testing that will reveal any airborne particles and mold in the home in areas that can not be seen.
Air or swab samples can be taken at the time of the inspection for an additional charge (see Prices). The samples are sent to our laboratory and reviewed by an Industrial Hygienist who then prepares a professionally developed report for your individual home. The analysis will detail not only the particles in the air but will provide a air particle count for all foreign substances that can be harmful.
A-PROs inspectors are trained and certified to take air quality samples and evaluate conditions that could lead to an increase in mold in residential construction. A-PROs inspectors follow the guidelines set forth by the Environment Protection Agency (EPA) for air quality testing in the home. Back
Structural Inspection
The structure of the home is considered to be the “bones” of the home. When it comes to the structure of a home or building, many structural components must be inspected and looked at when looking at the structure of a home or building. The structure includes the foundation, floor structure, wall structure, ceiling structure and roof structure. A proper structural inspection report will describe and detail any concerns or observations found while the inspection is performed and these findings and descriptions of the structural components inspected should be listed the final report.
The structure of a home or building should be a concern for any buyer or seller. Generally, structural repairs can be performed that will be sufficient for continued performance of the building. The number of repairs and the cost for those repairs should also be of interest to anyone purchasing a home or building. Most homes and buildings do not require serious structural repairs that have the potential to cost thousands of dollars. Some structural repairs require the assistance of an “engineer” but most do not.
Some structural repairs can be as simple as replacing something that has failed or replacing components of a structural system that were never installed to begin with. Other structural failures can result because of the geographic locations of a home in known areas with soil problems or conditions in and around any given building.
One common question asked when it comes to inspection of the structure of a building is “Do I need an Engineer” for a structural inspection. The answer is emphatically “no!” Understanding when and why you would need an engineer is the first step in hiring one! A-PRO’s State Licensed Structural inspectors will let you know whether or not you need to hire an engineer for structural improvements on a building or home. A-PRO’s inspectors follow more stringent guidelines or standards than the requirements of the State of Oklahoma for Structural Licensing. Wouldn’t you rather know you need something before you buy it?
There is no doubt or question that there are needs for “Structural Engineers” in Northeast Oklahoma. Open a telephone book in any area of the country and look for a foundation repair company. The number of companies listed in the Yellow Pages in the area will tell you whether or not this is an issue in your geographic area. Businesses don’t open up shop if there is no business to be had.
After performing thousands of home and building inspections in Northeast Oklahoma our market and industry information reveals that approximately 8% of the buildings inspected by our company have had structural failures requiring drawings and diagrams for structural foundation repairs. This is what an “engineer” is needed for…repairs, not the inspection.
When a home or building has structural failures with the foundation, an engineer is needed to design the repairs for the building. This is the proper way to utilize engineering services when purchasing a home or building. Because of the complexities of performing structural repairs, many foundation repair companies do not work without an engineering diagram because of the litigious problems that have plagued the real estate industry since the inspection industry began in the early 1980’s.
Stories haunt the inspection industry with lawsuits both threatened and experienced because of things that have happened during the process of a real estate transaction and the inspection process. The risk taken when hiring an engineer is there are no standards of practice for “engineers” in performing a home inspection. Some engineers go under the home in the crawl space, some do not. Some engineers go into the attic to inspect the ceiling and roof structure, some do not. Licensed Structural Inspectors are required to go in these areas on every home inspection.
Engineers issue “opinions” on each report they write. When multiple engineers offer “opinions” problems can be created. Engineer A may have one opinion that is different than engineer B who says something different than engineer C. This is an obvious problem. I have personally experienced home inspections with two different engineering reports completed with completely different recommendations to the same client. The experiences that stand out the most are the times the client went with the wrong recommendations!
Experience is critical when hiring an Engineer or Structural Inspector to perform a structural inspection. The idea that each market, depending on geographic conditions, has a different need for engineers is supported by the fact, that there has not been a new “engineer” in the Northeast Oklahoma market performing structural inspections since the A-PRO office was opened in 2002. That too should say something. Many home inspection companies have come and gone in that period of time. Licensing information is public information that is available for verification of these statements.
The home inspection industry too has changed dramatically since 2002 in Oklahoma. State Licensing took affect in July of 2003 setting requirements by the State of Oklahoma for the Licensing of Structural/Home Inspectors. Licensed Inspectors are now governed by the Construction Industries Board of the State of Oklahoma. In this regulation, standards of practice have been set in place that are required in the inspection and report writing process that must be followed.
Licensed inspectors are taught the proper method of construction for structural integrity in a home or building. Licensed inspectors are taught where to look and what to look for when performing their inspections. Licensed inspectors are taught what the challenging structural issues are based on geography and the area they work in.
Licensed inspectors are taught about the different conditions that can have a “cause / effect” condition on the structural integrity of a home or building. Structural defects in the north are different than structural defects found in the south as the conditions and construction methodologies used are different. Ever hear of a wood foundation in Oklahoma? Never! Termites would destroy this type of foundation in Oklahoma and Texas. However, wood is a common material used for foundations in North Dakota.
Licensed Structural Inspectors are required to inspect all of the structural systems in a home or building. They are required to enter all accessible areas to view and inspect the structural systems and components of a home or building. This includes the crawl space and the attic space on every home and building that is accessible. These are not “requirements” for a structural inspection by an “engineer”.
Structural inspections reports are required to describe the structural components of the building and list all observations that were visually observable at the time of the inspection. The report should list what was not inspected and the reasons why it was not inspected. A structural inspection report, like a home inspection report is no guarantee or warranty that a problem will not happen and houses can be dynamic; changing from day to day, week to week and/or month to month.
This is why it is important to understand why you would hire an “engineer”. That is what the structural inspectors’ job is, to observe and report any structural defects in a building. When defects are found, that is when an engineer is needed, to regulate the repairs. Back
Roof Inspection
The roof or roof coverings on the home is much like an umbrella. The roof coverings protect the roof structure and the interior structure and home by preventing moisture penetration into a building. When a roof is inspected, the condition of the roof coverings are examined for hail damage, cracked shingles, missing shingles, damaged shingles, expansive shingles, curling shingles and any other wear and tear that has compromised the over all condition and performance of the roof. The performance of the roof is examined around the flashings viewed from on top of the roof and in the attic or roof cavity of the building.
Different roofing materials used in residential and commercial construction today require different annual maintenance due to the design and performance of the materials. Several types of shingles are not designed for low slope roof configurations. The roof coverings themselves may be such that a different type of roof structure is needed for additional structural integrity to transfer the weight of the roof coverings (clay tiles) to the foundation of the building. The roof structure on a home or building will also lend information to the look and or performance of the roof. Hiring an experienced inspector will also provide you with information on insurance companies, life expectancies in the area you are purchasing a home because of weather conditions.
As mentioned, a roof is like an umbrella. If you poke a hole in your umbrella, your head is going to get wet. Inspection of the flashings around all roof penetrations is important for a properly installed and performing roof. Roof coverings are made from many different materials and require different installation for proper performance. Manufacturers of roofing materials require the proper installation of their products to be done for any manufacture protection or warranties.
Any metal that is exposed to the weather elements of Oklahoma must be properly sealed to prevent rusting and roof leakage. This includes nail heads on shingles, nails driven through the flashings around plumbing vents to secure the flashing to the home. Any skylights and chimneys should also be properly flashed to prevent moisture penetration into the building.
The design of a roof can also be problematic with different weather conditions. The first three (3) years in this business, ice damning had not been a problem. The last few years, it has been because of the ice storms experienced the past few years in Oklahoma. Sometimes changes in design can create the need for different roofing materials and flashing improvements.
The roof drainage system is also inspected. Roof drainage is an important component of lot performance and function that can affect the structure of the building. Roof drainage problems, or often the lack of them, contribute to structural problems. Roof runoff contributes to expanding and contracting soils, a well known condition in several areas of Northeast Oklahoma. Controlling roof runoff and drainage is an important part of keeping the soils beneath the home dry.
Insurance Note: It is important to understand what is looked at when your roof is being inspected. A roof inspection performed by a professional home inspector is not an insurability inspection. It is also important that your home owner insurance company inspect the roof for insurability before you move in. The Oklahoma weather challenges any and all roofs and it is important to know the roof on the home you are purchasing is insurable.
The performance of the roof is also inspected from inside the roof cavity. A rainy day is a great day to inspect a roof! In the attic cavity, penetrations through the roof (such as chimneys, plumbing vents and gas flues) are inspected for leaks and moisture penetration into the structure, indicating a defect in the roofing system. Back
Exterior Inspection
The exterior of the home is the designed to protect the interior structural components of the home and to provide a safe living environment for the inhabitants and occupants of the home or building. The exterior inspection provides a lot of information about conditions and situations that may be discovered throughout the inspection and how the home may perform over time for the owners of the home.
The exterior siding on the home is the main part of the envelope protecting the structure of the home or building. Exterior siding is made of many different materials and different types of siding have different life spans, installation requirements and care requirements for the siding to perform properly. Information about the type of siding on the home and current and potential problems with the siding, based on age, installation, condition and past performance will also be provided.
The soffit (the underside of the eaves) and the fascia (the wooden board to which the gutter is typically fastened) should be inspected for proper installation and performance. All window and door openings and trim should be inspected for installation, condition and performance. Any deterioration, wood rot or damage in the siding should be noted in the inspection report.
The exterior inspection will provide information about the age, condition and potential performance of the air condition or heat pump system installed on the home. The age, condition and size of the outdoor air conditioning unit(s) will provide information about the capacity of the system to cool the home/building for the occupants.
The electrical service entrance to the home will be observed and inspected on the exterior of the home/building as well. It is important to know if the electrical service size will support the electrical demands of the occupants of the home. Homes built before the 1960’s were not built with the electrical capacity to handle the electrical demands of today. Knowing if the electrical service will need to be updated is good to know before purchasing the home.
The lot drainage of the property will also be observed and inspected for condition and performance of the home. Water drainage problems are often the root cause of structural problems experienced in Oklahoma.
The garage and any detached buildings on the property should also be inspected. Many safety issues are found in the garage during a typical residential home inspection. Automatic garage door openers often fail both safety features on the automatic garage door opener. A very common safety issue found in garages is the installation, or rather the improper installation of pull down attic ladders.
The exterior inspection is the foundation of the inspection as it provides an abundance of information about many components and systems in the home or building. Evidence or observations made on the exterior of the home or building will also be used inside the building when inspecting the overall condition and performance of the home or building. Back
Electrical Inspection
The electrical inspection of the home is primarily for safety of the occupants and secondary for the capacity or amount of electricity supplied to a home or building which determines how electricity can be used in that particular home or building.
The electrical inspection will include an inspection of the electrical service entrance wires and attachment of the service entrance wiring to the home or building. The amount or capacity of service to the home or building, the location and condition of all electrical panels, inspection of outlets and light switches, evaluation of the demand for electricity in the home or building and the type of fusing on the home should all be included in an inspection of an electrical system in a home or building. Hiring an experienced electrical inspector will provide you with additional information on expanding capacity, upgrading or improving or any substantial changes in the electrical system of the home or building.
The capacity, amount or sufficient electrical supply to the home or building will be determined by the demands of the occupants of the home or building. Homes built today are built with no less than 100 amps of electricity coming into the home. Homes built before 1960 were generally supplied with 60 amps of electricity. Updating the electrical capacity on a home or building is not uncommon in homes built prior to 1960’s. Knowing about this condition would be good to know before you buy the home or building as this is a costly improvement.
The location of the electrical panel(s) and their condition is an important part of an electrical inspection. Experienced inspectors will be able to provide more accurate information on products that have been recalled or labeled to have known problems. The panel cover should be removed so the fusing can be inspected for proper sizing. All electrical panels should be grounded and/or bonded to the electrical system. This simple mistake can prove to be costly. Wiring should be inspected for over heating at the fuse or breaker and all fuses or breakers should be sized according to the wire size they serve.
Insurance Note: Most home owners insurance companies do not insure homes with fuse systems. It should be noted that a fuse system is a good system when installed and maintained in the fashion and manner it was designed. The problem with fuse systems is the electrical demand in homes today is higher than it was pre 1960’s.
Homes with fuse electrical systems can allow the size of the fuse to be changed. When a #15 amp fuse keeps blowing (because the alarm clock, TV, cable box, fan, and lamp are all plugged into the same circuit) it is often replaced with a #30 amp fuse. This is done most often not knowing that the wire for the circuit is built to carry 15 amps of electricity instead of 30 amps. The insurance archives are full of examples where homes burnt to the ground and all of the fuses in the electrical panel were pennies!
The electrical distribution in the home or building is also an important part of the electrical inspection. As the home or building is inspected, all accessible outlets and light switches will be tested and inspected for proper installation and functionality. Storage and furniture in homes and buildings can restrict this part of the inspection.
The lights are also tested and inspected during the inspection. Many times bulbs are burnt out or missing and the light can not be tested. Without the bulb, the actual condition of the fixture can not be verified. This is why most home inspection reports have lights out here and there and the inspector’s job is to make the client aware of these conditions.
The electrical portion of the inspection is just like all other components to the inspection, you never know what you have until you have it inspected. The age of the home has nothing to do with the quality and accuracy of the electrical installation in any home or building. “Be smart be protected, have your home A-PRO Inspected!” Back
Heating and Cooling Inspection
The heating and cooling (HVAC) inspection like the other parts of the home inspection is done to determine what is there and if it is in normal working order. The inspector’s job is not to determine if the unit or units should be replaced, but whether or not they are in normal working order. National HVAC standards and standards set forth by the State of Oklahoma are followed by all licensed home inspectors performing fee paid inspections in Oklahoma.
The HVAC inspection includes an inspection of the outdoor air conditioning system, the indoor heating system, the air handler which is shared by both units to distribute the warmed or cooled air to the home, and the ductwork. The size of the units is taken into consideration for adequate heating and cooling capacity based on the size of the home and the tonnage of the outdoor air conditioning compressor. Complex heat gain/loss analysis are not performed during a general home inspection.
The age of the home or the year the home was “built” does not necessarily have anything to do with the age, condition and or performance of the heating and cooling system. Changes in manufacture requirements for improving “Energy Efficiencies” can affect the total replacement cost and ease of installation of an HVAC system which is best known before the home is purchased.
Duct work is inspected in the attic or crawl space and in the slab. Duct work in slabs is inspected with lights and mirrors and can be inspected with cameras. If outdoor temperatures permit, both units should be run and tested for performance and operation.
Heating and Cooling Limitations – Unfortunately there are limitations during certain times of the year that can limit the inspection to the effectiveness or operation of components of the heating and cooling system.
During the colder seasons in Oklahoma, the air conditioning system often can not be tested for performance because of outdoor temperatures. Outdoor temperatures must be at or above 65 degrees before the air conditioning unit can be tested. This is a National standard.
In the summer time, the heating units are fired up to see that they will respond and operate on a short test. The heating units are not run for very long when tested in the summer.
Often from November through March the outdoor temperatures prevent inspection and testing of the air conditioning unit. This is one of the risks people take purchasing homes at these times and hopefully they purchased a home warranty to cover this risk. Some of the most disheartening and unfortunate calls we receive in June and July, are from clients who purchased a home when the air conditioner could not be tested and did not have it tested once outdoor temperatures permitted.
Additionally, during the summer months, when the heating unit is in “hibernation” carbon monoxide testing will not reveal accurate readings. The age and condition of the heating unit will also reveal signs of deterioration that can lead to safety concerns for the occupants of the home or building, in addition to the design of the system and where the components are located in a home.
Safety Issues – Gas fired components (heaters and water heaters) can pose safety issues for the occupants of any home or building. Insufficient combustion air is a common problem in residential construction. If adequate, combustion air is not supplied to these components when operated, carbon monoxide is produced as a result. Carbon monoxide is tasteless, odorless and deadly. Gas fired components must have adequate air for combustion purposes to safely burn as intended without creating a hazardous environment in the home.
The location(s) of the return vents in relation to the heating unit can also be a safety concern. Back drafting in older homes is seen when fumes and gases from the furnace are pulled into the supply air system and distributed throughout the home. These are a couple of common safety issues seen in residential construction which are easily fixed.
Air conditioning and heating systems are tested using temperature differentials, or the difference in temperatures between the supply air (air being distributed to the home) and the return air (air being pulled from the home to be heated or cooled). If the system is operating as intended, there will be a 14 to 22 degrees difference in temperatures between the supply and return air. Insufficient and excessive temperature readings indicate potential problems with the system.
Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing (CSST) – is flexible gas tubing that was developed to replace black gas pipe in residential construction. CSST began being installed in residential construction in the early 2000’s. Early installation of this product failed to tie this system to the electrical grounding system on the home. Installation requirements and codes were implemented in the 2007 residential building code because of problems with this product. All homes with CSST piping should have this gas piping grounded/bonded to the electrical grounding system on the home or building. Not doing so creates the potential for this system to become an electrical conductor during lightening storms.
These are a few of the things that are looked at and tested when a home inspection is performed. Additionally, distribution in the home and the presence of absence of gas fired components are also noted when observed. Hiring an experienced inspector will also provide you with life expectancies for different mechanical components and the tips and tricks for keeping them in good condition with little effort. Back
Insulation Inspection
The insulation and ventilation portion of the inspection will provide information on the functionality of the home or building with regards to energy efficiencies, roof and mechanical component performance and longevity and safety of the occupants in the home or building. Insulation has to do with how the building holds heat and cool and if levels are adequate for efficiencies. Ventilation has to do with the home or building being able to “breathe”.
If a home or building is properly insulated and there are no breaches in the insulation barrier, the mechanical components heating and cooling the home will work less and more efficiently if properly sized. Ventilation systems on the home allow air to move through the roof, attic and under floor cavities keeping these areas cooler and dryer, working the mechanical components in the home less and more efficiently; saving money.
Insulation levels in a home or building will be directly related to the cost of living in a home or building. Geographic location is another important factor in understanding insulation and ventilation of a home or building. Insulation standards in Oklahoma not the same as they are in Wisconsin because of the geographical location of the two states. Back
Ventilation Inspection
Ventilation systems, in residential construction, is an area of construction that has been improving more over time than any other market wide system improvements in residential construction. The benefits to properly ventilated homes far outweigh the cost of installation than not providing adequate ventilation.
Ventilation systems require two components, an intake and an exhaust component. There must be a path for air to enter and exit. The number of components in a ventilation system is determined by the size of the home or building. Proper installation of the components in a ventilation system is also important and inspected.
New roofs installed with insufficient ventilation systems are legitimate reasons for denying warranty claims on roof performance. Adequate ventilation extends the life and improves the performance of the roof coverings on a home.
Homes and buildings with adequate ventilation systems do not require the heating and cooling components of the home to work as often and as hard - decreasing the cost of running these components which saves money. Back
Plumbing Inspection
The plumbing inspection is an important part of any commercial or residential building inspection. The plumbing inspection will describe the water source, distribution materials to the home and the waste system. The water heating system will also be inspected for condition and performance as well as all plumbing fixtures.
Water supplied to homes and buildings is under sometimes extreme pressures. The best time to do a plumbing inspection is when the water supply to the home has been turned on for at least 24 hours. The water meter will be checked when the home is “under pressure” to determine if leaks in the system are occurring. The water meter itself can reveal a broken main supply line below grade that is not visible, leaks in the plumbing system and plumbing fixtures that are not in normal working order.
During the plumbing inspection all sinks, tubs and toilets are filled, drained and flushed several times. The home or building is inspected for leaks in the system, loose and damaged fixtures and mold. Homes that are vacant and have not been occupied can reveal more plumbing problems than homes that are occupied. The seals, rings and gaskets in the plumbing system get hard, dry, and brittle and crack when this system is not used. Any problems with the plumbing system should be documented in the inspection report.
Condition, performance and installation of the water heater for the plumbing system will also be inspected. The water heater will be inspected to make sure the tank has been properly installed and is in safe operation. Like gas fired furnaces, gas fired water heaters can pose several safety issues if not properly installed.
Water heaters last an average of 7-12 years. Water heaters, like any other mechanical component can “go” at any time. The condition, age and installation of the water heater can affect how long a water heater may work properly.
Mold is another condition that is looked for when the plumbing system is inspected. Mold or microbial growth, occurs in homes and buildings when three (3) conditions are met. Mold needs something to eat, which are the materials we use to build homes and buildings; it needs temperatures between 32 and 104 degrees, which is what we live in; and it needs a water source. An inspection of the plumbing and roof will reveal any water conditions that exist in the home or building that is unfavorable. Back
Interior Inspection
The interior portion of the inspection is important for putting all the pieces together of the home and home inspection. The goal of this portion of the inspection is to put a light on every inch possible inside the home. All walls, ceilings, floors, windows and doors will be tested and inspected.
Water penetration into the home or building will be noticed and documented. When found, further investigation will be performed, to determine if possible, the reason for the staining and potential resolutions if problematic. Cracks in drywall and the overall condition of the interior of the home will be noted. All accessible windows will be opened and operated at the time of the inspection and described. All accessible doors and door framing will be opened, operated and inspected for proper operations.
A good portion of the electrical inspection is also performed during the interior inspection. All lights, outlets and switches will be operated, tested and described during the interior inspection. The interior inspection also includes an inspection of the function ability of the bathroom and kitchen cabinets as well as part of the plumbing inspection.
Conditions of stairways, hallways, floors, ceilings and doors will be inspected and noted in the inspection report. Cosmetic concerns in the home or building are beyond the scope of the inspection. Back
Appliance Inspection
The appliance inspection will describe and note the condition and performance of the appliances, laundry facilities and other common mechanical components in residential and commercial buildings. Ovens, ranges, microwaves, dishwashers, trash compactors, waste disposals, cooktop exhaust units, smoke detectors, door bells, central vacuums, house fans and refrigerators will be tested during the appliance inspection.
All appliances will be tested to determine that they are in normal working order. Any defects or inoperative appliances should be noted. Testing and inspection of washing machines and clothes dryers are beyond the scope of an inspection. Most often these components do not stay with the home when a home is sold in Oklahoma. Power sources and power supplies for these components will be described in the Appliance Inspection. This information will be used in determining capacity demands for the components in the home. Back |
