Engineered Real Estate Inspection : Inspections

Authorization

Prior to the home inspection, it is necessary for you to sign our inspection authorization form. After explaining to you the scope of the inspection and other legal provisions, your signature assures us everything is in order and allows us to proceed with the inspection.

Overview

A visual inspection of the property is conducted to determine whether items appear to function properly at the time of inspection.

Structural Systems

Foundations
Grading and Drainage
Roof Covering
Roof Structure
Walls
Ceilings and Floors
Doors
Windows
Fireplace/Chimney
Porches, Decks and Carports
Other Special Structures

Electrical Systems

Service Entrance and Panels
Branch Circuits - Connected Devices and Fixtures

Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Systems

Heating Equipment
Cooling Equipment
Ducts and Vents

Plumbing Systems

Water Supply
Plumbing System and Fixtures
Drains, Wastes, and Vents
Water Heating
Hydro-Therapy Equipment

Appliances

Dishwasher
Food Waste Disposer
Range Hood
Ranges/Ovens/Cooktops
Microwave
Cooking Equipment
Trash Compactor
Bathroom Exhaust Fans and/or Heaters
Whole House Vacuum Systems
Garage Door Operators
Door Bell and Chimes
Dryer Vents
Other Built-in Appliances

Optional Systems

Lawn Sprinklers
Swimming Pools and Equipment
Outbuildings
Outdoor Cooking Equipment
Gas Lines
Fire Protection Equipment

The Report

A report identifying the deficiencies that were observed will be emailed to you in Adobe Acrobat PDF format the following day. My findings are listed under "comments," useful information may preceed, and any opinions, notes or recommendations follow. A summary of my findings and digital pictures with highlights appear near the end.

The report will indicate which items were inspected, which items were not inspected, which items were not present, and which items are deficient, defective or not functioning. An Appendix of additional information helpful to the property will be included for your benefit.

After you receive the report, if you have any questions, please give me a call. Do not hesitate to ask questions about any items you do not understand.

The Report is not necessarily a "fix-it" list, nor a legal obligation to correct any problems. Parties are encouraged to come to an agreement on the condition of the property before discontinuing negotiations or terminating a transaction. The Report is intended to aid in those discussions.

Sample Report

A sample report is available upon request.

Limitations

Termite and wood-destroying insect inspections are available through our qualified affiliated third-party inspector working in conjunction with Engineered Real Estate Inspection.

Exclusions are listed here.