SEE BELOW
Alpha Power and Alarm Company LLC
530 Edgewood St NE
Washington, DC 20017
Contact: Lavonne Woods
Phone: (202) 528-1735
Ultra Guard Security Systems
Contact: Stephanie Storey
(301) 570-0700
Vector Security – Security Specialist
Contact: Joseph Taylor
(410) 290-5320
Vincent Orlando • Summit Appraisal • 410.962.0360 • www.summitappraisal.com
Architecture by Design: 410.480.3210
RTS Environmental Services, Inc – Asbestos Remediation
Contact: Paul & Michelle Ramsey
(301) 607-6276
ACM Services INC.
Contact: Thom Hess
(301) 230-2822
thom@acmservices.com
www.acmservices.com
Kirk J Halpin & Associates, P.A.
410.531.1700
Value Dry: MD , VA, DC
Basement Waterproofing, Crawl Space Encapsulation, Sump Pump Installation, Indoor Air
Quality, Foundation Repair
Contact: Maurice Davis
(888) 768-2583
mdavis@valuedrywaterproofing.com
JES Foundation, Crawlspace, Basement Repair: 877.537.9675 • 703.895.3586
Basement Innovations Waterproofing
Contact: Brian Seligman
(800) 800-5799
Basement Waterproofing
Desert Dry-Wet Basement/Waterproofing Contractors
Contact: Don Fox
1-800-238-8805
Triad Basement Waterproofing Inc
Contact: Mike DeGirolamo
(888) 279-8819
www.triadbasementwaterproofing.com
Poly Tech: 301.470.4255
A Cut Above L.L.C
443.285.3800
Clean Sweep, Chimney, Gutter and Slate Specialist, Masonry Repair
Contact: Cullen Davis
cullen@cleansweepmaryland.com
(410) 558-1111
www.cleansweepmaryland.com
Priddy Clean Chimney Sweeps, Inc.
Air Duct Cleaning & Home Improvement Service
(301) 530-4262
www.priddyclean.com David Kilpatrick • 2 Hats Chimneys & Ducts • 301.725.4725 • 410.707.6560
Clean Sweep Chimney Baltimore: 410-558-1111
Montgomery County: 301-715-8282
McDowell’s: 410-242-2252″
Crown Carpet Care Inc.
Carpets, Tile & Grout, Floods, Drapes, Carpet Stretching, Area Rugs
(301) 540-5525
www.crowncarpetcare.com
Curtis Fiber Cleaning Inc.
Contact: Kevin Nilan
(301) 865-1500
www.curtisfibercleaning.com
Carpet, Upholstery, Window Treatments- onsite, Water Damage, Odor Remediation, Tile
& Grout Cleaning and Sealing, Hardwood Floor Cleaning & Refinishing
General Cleaning Services LLC
Contact: Raul & Nardy Bojorquez
(301) 915-7581
(240) 426-9059
GCS100cleaning@gmail.com
Commercial & Residential Maintenance
Floor Stripping & Waxing
Carpet Cleaning : Steam, Shampoo
Power Washing: Decks, Porches, Patios, Sidewalks, and Siding
Window Cleaning
Mike Urdal, Foundation Repair Services: 443.871.1292
https://foundationrepairservices.net/
Young Excavating, LLC: 443.398.5089 https://www.youngexcavatingllc.com/
Purofirst of Metropolitan Washington
800-500-2399
www.purofirst.net
Servpro of Annapolis/Severna Park •
Stephanie McGurkin: 443.510.4838
Servpro of Howard County: 410.465.7333; 800.535.2611
Mt Airy Glass & Door Service Inc
Jimmy Queen (301) 831-7755 (301) 252-0852
jim@mtairyglass.com
www.mtairyglass.com
Charles Palmer: 410.967.4044
Huey’s Paving – MD, PA, VA, WV
Paving, Sealing, Millings, Everything Asphalt
PO Box 1032
Hedgeville, WV 25427
(304) 582-3217
(304) 754-8886
hueyspaving@aol.com
Atlantic Duct Cleaning Inc.
22875 Bryant Ct
Suite 120
Sterling, VA 20166
(703) 435-4485
info@atlanticductcleaning.com
SERVICE AREA: MD, VA, DC
Real Clean Air Incorporated
Air Duct & Dryer Cleaning
(301) 524-7990
realcleanairinc@gmail.com
www.RealCleanAir.com
Town and Country: 410.995.6700
Martinez Solution, General Contractor LLC
Jose Martinez: 240-893-1567
martinezsolution@gmail.com
MHIC 133419, MHIC 111341
Jim Ogg, Delmarva Building Services LLC: 703-216-9274, jeogg@aol.com
Amber Electric
Pat Gatons (240) 876-6540
Certified Electrical Technologies
Contact: Gary Epstein
(301) 948-5252
www.certifiedelec.com
Echo Electric Co. Inc.
Contact: Dennis Shaffer
Service Manager
10526 Detrick Ave.
Kensington, MD 20895
(301) 949-8050
dennis@echoelectric.net
www.echoelectric.net
Electrical Wiring Ltd – Electrician
Contact: Jeff Smith
(301) 564-1040
Hawkins Electric Service Inc..
Residential & Commercial
(877) 927-0900
www.hawkinselectric.com
J & G Electric Co Inc
Contact: Joey Bellosi
(301) 670-1717
https://www.jandgelectric.com/
CKElectric, LLC : 443-920-3078
Blue Jay Electric Inc. : 410-379-5266
Ben Cross, Master Electrician: 301-512-0659
Linear Electric Company: James Russell
240-216-7018
AG Floors
Contact: Samuel Angel
(301) 984-7469
www.agfloors.com
Aladdin Carpet & Floors
Contact: Nezam Modjarrad
(301) 258-8000
http://www.aladdincarpet.com/
J & M Hardwood Floors LLC
Contact: Jose Chavez
(301) 500-6681
(240) 353-1600
jmhardwoodfloors.llc@gmail.com
Kustom Floors LLC
Contact: Rudy Arredondo
(301) 564-0874
http://kustomfloorexperts.com/
Mike’s Carpet Inc.
All floor covering needs
Carpet, Ceramic , Hardwood, Laminate, Vinyl Sheet & Tiles
11220 Baltimore Ave.
Beltsville, MD 20705
(301) 937-2221
Toll-free: 1-866-356-6787
mike@mikescarpet.com
PriceCo Floors Inc
Contact: Ash Azari
(301) 317-6220
www.pricecofloors.com
Premier Floors
1680 E Gude Dr. #314
Rockville, MD 20850
(301) 977-0031
www.mypremierfloors.com
Randolph Floor Services
Hardwood Installation, Sanding, Staining, and Refinishing
Contact: C.L. Long
112275 Lewis Ave
Rockville, MD 20851
(301) 881-4945
(301) 881-4956
Premier Carpet Care & Cleaning Service: 410.787.9270
Next Day Floors: 410.744.8950; 410.541.1383
Choice Floors: 410.535.3737
Keystone Foundation Repair – Service MD
433 Zion Rd, Carlie PA 17015
717-476-6501
Doctor Furniture: 877.418.8330
O’Brien Garage Doors
Serving MD and Northern VA
(703) 935-0005
Precision: 301.617.0801
Fred C. Johnson: 410.799.2126
www.garagedoorsmaryland.net
ARDO Contracting, Inc : 410.290.9899
Chesapeake Services: 443.550.3746
Clemens Contracting: 301.803-0710
Cossentino & Sons: 410.442.0000
Hunt’s End Remodeling: 410.970.0084 • 410.868.4301
Mason Dixon Renovations and Repairs LLC: 410.428.7695
Andrew Small: (301) 404-2458; tybuilders@gmail.com
AP Handyman Services LLC
Contact: Andres Podra
5809 Bucknell Ter.
Berwyn Heights, MD 20740
Main Office: (301) 345-1531 / Cell: (301) 580-9549
andrespodra@usa.com
Handyman At Your Command
Contact: Tracy McCalla
(301) 556-3948
Handyman Connection of Rockville (MD)
Contact: M. David Klein Sr.
(301) 740-8865
www.rockville.handymanconnection.com
MGS Handyman Services
Plumbing, Electrical and Painting available by Licensed Professional
Contact: Mario Saavedra
mario@mgshandyman.com
www.mgshandyman.com
(703) 629-7657
Mid-Atlantic Services: 410.963.5954
Make a List Handyman Services • Carl Mauck: 240.274.5351
HandyPro Senior Modifications
Senior Modifications & Handyman Services
Contact: Ali Soltani
ali@handypro.com
www.washingtondc.handypro.com
301-960-1060
202-505-2547
Willis Builders Inc
Contact: Matthew Willis
(240) 478-6339
www.willisbuilders.com
A Quality Heating and Air Conditioning: 410.751.9700
Complete Home Solutions: 410-867-1202
Neighborhood Heating and Air: 301.275.3264
Ron Air: 410.988.9190
Will Air LLC: 410.549.9300
Presidential Heating & Air Conditioning
Contact: Wendell Nixon
(301) 900-5559
8000 Cessna Ave
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
www.presidentialheatandair.com
Cool Breeze Heating & Air Conditioning
2257 Lewis Ave., Rockville, MD 20851
(301) 879-3400
Cool Breeze Heating & Air Conditioning, Air Conditioner & Furnace Repair & Service
Rockville, MD 20851 (coolbreezeplumbingheatac.com)
Michael Bonsby Heating & Air Conditioning
7950 Cessna Ave
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
(301) 990-7970
www.michaelbonsbyhvac.com
Serving MD & DC & Northern VA
Don Hoffacker’s Air Conditioning & Heating
Contact: Angie Hoffacker
(301) 972-0017
www.donhoffacker.com
Frederick Heating and Air
(240) 674-0814
http://www.frederickheatingandair.com/
Griffith Energy Services Inc.
2510 Schuster Dr.
Hyattsville MD 20781
(301) 322-5100
Heating and Air Conditioning
HVAC, Service/ Repair & Maintenance
Contact: Alfred Colin
(240) 559-7177
Home Air Services Inc
Contact: Trish Raver
(240) 621-2311
http://www.homeairservices.com/
Tuckers HVAC
(301) 670-0034
Complete Home Solutions: 410-867-1202
Ruth Hernandez
(240) 858-1044
email: ruth.hernandez@goosehead.com
https://www.goosehead.com/agents/md/elkridge/ruth-hernandez/
SEE BELOW
Design Kitchens & Bath, LLC: 301.603.2410
Distinct Landscapes Inc
Contact: Kurt Fritzges (301) 774-6002
http://www.distinctlandscapes.com/
Johnson’s Landscaping Service Inc
Contact: Matt Johnson
(301) 825-8817
http://www.johnsonslandscaping.com/
Patricio’s Lawn Service LLC.
Lawn Mowing, Mulching, Planting, Snow Removal, Tree Removal
25906 Ridge Rd, Damascus, MD 20872
(301) 838-2815 / (240) 882-5072
Archer Contractors: 301.983.1111
Bayles Landscaping: 301.275.2082
Bloch Consulting Group: 301.983.2781
Town Creek Pools, Landscaping and Construction: 443.266.7198
Kart Landscaping and Lawns: 301.424.0238
Y A Landscaping Service Inc.
Contact: Roger Jones
(301) 979-1090
www.yaslandscapingservices.com
Green Environmental LLC.
MD, VA & DC
Lead Free Inspection (XRF),Daycare Lead Clearance,Lead testing Water
Contact: Rodney Barkley
(443) 208-1716
greenenviromental@mail.com
Lead Probe: 410.591.4597
A&I Environmental Services Inc: 410.238.3020
Lumenex, LLC: 877-LUMENEX
A & H Locksmith: 301.252.4022
Village Lock & Key: 410.997.5969
A&I Environmental Services Inc: 410.238.3020
Advanced Contracting: 410.636.6653
EHS Laboratories, Inc: 804.275.4788
Hayes Microbial Consulting: 804.562-3435
https://hayesmicrobial.com/
Classic Billard Service – Moving, recovering, repairing
John Burns: 410-935-3617
classicsvc@comcast.net
www.Classicbillardservice.com
Power Painting (Frank)
(301) 712-3523
Donovan’s Painting: 410.461.2250
Zebra Painting and Projects: 443.472.2887
Pepe’s Design, Inc.
Remodeling, Painting, Stonework, Concrete, Pavers, Driveways, Patios
Contact: Crispin Pelaez: (301) 792-8115
MGS Handyman Services
Plumbing, Electrical and Painting available by Licensed Professional
Contact: Mario Saavedra: (703) 629-7657
mario@mgshandyman.com
www.mgshandyman.com
Infestation Control, Inc
Contact: Trey Stillwell: (301) 294-0800
http://www.infestationcontrol.com/
Accutech: 410.439.0500
Andes Pest Control: 410.740.4517
Annihilators: 410.465.1778
Brody Brothers: 410.653.2121
CroppeMetcalf Exterminators, Inc: 301.313.0700
Eco-Care Pest Management: 410.465.3709
Maryland Pest Control: 443.799.0725
Qpest: 410.203.2222
Colonial Pest.
17016 Glen Oak Run, Rockville, MD 20855
(301) 258-0669
Alpha Plumbing (scopes lines): 410.760.6270; 443.324.5740
Mahon Plumbing (gas, septic, installation, repair, polybutylene): 410.766.8566
Ken Griffin Plumbing and Heating: 410.992.5875
Ace Duraflo (Pipe Relining): 1.888.775.0220
Mark Brew Plumbing and Heating, Inc: 301.854.0609
Michael Bonsby Plumbing & Drain Cleaning
7950 Cessna Ave
Gaithersburg, MD, 20879
(301) 990-7970
www.michaelbonsbyhvac.com
Serving MD, DC and Northern VA
Airway Climatrol Incorporated
Service MD VA & DC
Contact: Everol Willacy
505 Kennedy St. NW
Washington, DC 20011
(202) 723-4427
A.K. Main Plumbing
7611 Green Valley Rd
Frederick, MD 21701
(301) 865-6987
Borchers Mechanical Services
16413 New Hampshire Ave
Silver Spring MD 20905
(301) 879-3040
www.borchersmechanical.com
Cameron Barry
(443) 623-5685
Coleman’s Plumbing, Inc
Contact: Mark Coleman: (301) 461-6998
http://www.colemansplumbing.com/
O’Connor Plumbing and Heating
(888) 510-3070
Service: Entire Metro Area
Stang Plumbing
Contact: Dawne Saunders
(301) 926-1462
https://www.stangplumbing.com/
Thomas E Clark, Inc
Contact: Stephen Hartman
(301) 841-6812
Ace Ponds LLC: 301.704.7712
Frederick Landscaping: 301.865.5656 https://www.fredericklandscaping.org
Just Spas: 301.728.1706
All Seasons Pool and Spa: 301.490.0773
Browning Pools & Spas
(301) 972-3800
http://www.browningpools.com/
Pool Inspections
Contact: Bill Wagner: (301) 252-1259
Pool Specialist
Contact: David Delean: (240) 676-0297)
Radon Abatement Services: 301.718.6200
Maryland Radon Lab: 410.750.3811; 443.677.8750
Alex’s Radon Service LLC
Contact: Alex Shpilman
5 Saddlerock Ct
Silver Spring MD 20902
(301) 660-0768
shpilmana7@yahoo.com
Geo Tech
Radon Mitigation Specialists
(301)696-0547
www.geotechradonservices.com
Radon Resolvers
PETER ROSECRANS
peter@radonresolvers.com
301-200-2907
Radon Defense
Service area: Arlington County, Fairfax County, Faquier County, Loudon County, Prince William County, and Stafford County
(703) 688-3797
2616 Morse Ln, Woodbridge, VA 22192
Radon Mitigation Northern Virginia – Defense (radondefenseva.com)
Jacks Roofing
2345 Montgomery St
Silver Spring MD 20910
(301) 585-4985
www.jacksroofing.com
Jireh General Contractors LLC
Specializing in: Roofing, Gutters, Siding, Cedar Shake Experts
605 Huntover Ln, Frederick MD 21703
(301) 404-8409
jirehgeneralcontractor@yahoo.com
Website: www.jirehgeneralcontrators.com
Maggio Roofing: (301) 891-1390
maggioroofing.com
POLYTECH
304 Patton Pl. Rockville MD 20851
(301) 315-6065
Scates Corporation
T/A Superior Contracting Company
Roofing, Guttering,Siding,Windows
301-831-0081
Universal Roofing
ROOFING ROCKVILLE MD | ROOFING MONTGOMERY COUNTY MD (ucgmd.com)
(301) 518-4466
info@ucgmd.com
E.H. Phifer Construction • 301.598.1859 Brother’s Roofing and Siding: 410.239.6422
S&K Roofing: 410.795.4400
Walter Brown Roofing, LLC: 410.796.4322
Certified, Inc: 301.854.2764
Roland Roofing & Home Solutions, Inc: 410.532.9037
Seneca Creek Home Improvement: 301.215.4885
Complete Home Solutions: 410-867-1202
Fogles: 410.795.5670
Home Land Environmental: 443.995.5385
https://www.homelandhealthyhomes.com/
Hall’s Septic Services Inc.
Contact: Jerry Scarborough: (410) 838-0046
hallshoneypots@aol.com
www.hallssepticservice.com
J & G Septic Service
Contact: James Kleindl: (540) 671-3960
jimmy@jgseptic.com
www.JGsepticservices.com
Metropolitan Fire Protection, Inc: 301.868.0005
Residential Engineering Solutions: 301.587.1777
George Norton: 240.393.3672
Brian Tarantino: 240.328.8778
Structural Solutions: John Rossi: 301.587.1777
Fisher, Carter & Collins: 410.461.2855
Green Woods Tree Service LLC
(Also, Tree emergencies 24/7)
240.485.7940
240.616.8474
Davey Tree Expert Co. : 410.377.4002
Nelson Tree Specialist: 301.854.2218
Patricio’s Lawn Service LLC. Tree Removal
25906 Ridge Rd, Damascus, MD 20872
(301) 838-2815 / (240) 882-5072
Holbrook Environmental, Inc: 410.357.8497
https://www.holbrookenvironmental.com/
Carroll Water: 410.876.5100
Fountain Valley Analytical Lab: 410.876.4554
Robert L. Feezer: 410.795.1405 • 410.781.4655
Well Water Solutions, Inc: 410.935.7185
Betz Enterprises: 301.854.0990
www.betzbathrepair.com
Fogle’s Septic Services: 410.795.5670
Home Land Environmental: 443.995.5385
Well Water Solutions, Inc: 410.935.7185
WelGard – Water/Well Maintenance
Contact: Allison Tran
410-630-6900 ext.13
Anderson Window Rep Wilson Lumber: 410.442.2400
Blaine, Inc: 301.565.4949
http://www.blainewindowrepair.com/
WindowPro: 301.957.7033
The most crucial aspect of a home inspection is the report.
Since reporting styles vary, request a sample report before selecting an inspector.
Our reports provide peace of mind for buyers and reveal potential issues to sellers, allowing for timely repairs.
A home inspection is an objective visual examination of the physical structure and systems of a house, from the roof to the foundation. Home inspections are designed to protect clients by revealing problems they might not have noticed otherwise.
When completed by a professional, competent, and experienced inspector, a home inspection provides an impartial, third-party review of the property and an in-depth, factual assessment of the structure. We perform a comprehensive inspection of the home’s systems, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and many more, and compile a comprehensive report. Reports are normally given to you and your agent within 24 hours of the inspection.
As a buyer you want to know that you are not getting something less than the value you are paying for and that you don’t end up with a lot of expenses you were not counting on.
The list includes but is not limited to the following:
Structure
Examining the house’s foundation is of the utmost importance. Up to a certain degree, settling fractures are typical. Larger cracks, foundation wall sagging, and larger step cracks signal structural issues. We are also examining the walls and roof trusses or rafters to ensure their alignment.
Exterior
Around the home’s outside, we will verify that the siding is correctly flashed and attached, that the railings are secure, and that the deck’s construction and connection to the home are evaluated. We also analyze the home’s driveway and walkways. Management of groundwater is a crucial topic. The gutters and downspouts should be free of debris and should release water 6 to 8 feet from the foundation. The soil should slope away from the structure’s base.
Roof
When it is safe to walk the roof, we will inspect the condition of the shingles for broken or missing shingles, determine the approximate age of the shingles, check for penetrations, and ensure that the plumbing vent stack boots have not deteriorated to the point where water can enter the attic. When a chimney is present, we inspect the condition of the crown, ensuring that no bricks are missing or loose and that the flashing is properly installed and well-sealed. There are occasions where a drone is required. When conditions permit, we check these inaccessible places with a drone.
Electrical
The inspector will remove the main distribution panel to ensure that the right gauge wiring corresponds with the correct breaker size, as well as to check for loose connections, arcing, and/or burned wiring. We will inspect the GFCI and AFCI circuit breakers and outlets, as well as the outlets, switches, ceiling fans, and lighting throughout the home.
Heating
We will verify that the heat source is running effectively and within the appropriate temperature ranges, and that each habitable room has adequate ventilation.
Cooling
We will operate the air conditioning system to ensure that it is cooling adequately within the unit-specific parameters.
Insulation
Inspecting the underside of the roof sheathing enables us to analyze not just the home’s insulation values but also the underside of the roof sheathing. We will inspect for leaks, holes through which pests can enter, and the condition of any ductwork.
Plumbing
Plumbing is a significant system that must be analyzed extensively. It is vital to recognize that replacing aging or inoperable water heaters can be expensive. Your inspector will run water throughout the property to check for leaks and ensure that hot water flows to the left and cold water flows to the right. As we are accustomed to cold being on the right, reversed connections can be a cause for anxiety. Where visible plumbing is present, we inspect for leaks.
Interior
Windows are opened and closed and their seals are inspected for damage. The doors are opened and shut. Walls and ceilings are inspected for structural and plumbing issues.
Appliances
We will inspect all of the appliances. Check the ice maker and water dispenser on the refrigerator, use the oven/stove, microwave, dishwasher, and washer/dryer.
Fireplace
If the residence has a fireplace, we will inspect the damper and, if possible, the chimney. While on the roof, your inspector will also evaluate the chimney for apparent cracks, misaligned shingles, and missing bricks, as well as the chimney crown and cap.
All of these inspected areas are documented with descriptions, inspection limitations, and recommendations for repair or replacement in a PDF report that is normally emailed to you and your agent within 24 hours.
Our home inspections start at $325. The fees for a home inspection are determined by a number of factors, including the square footage, age, and number of outbuildings, such as barns, sheds, garages, and mother-in-law quarters.
Some houses may have additional conditions that increase the price. For instance, is it a brand-new home or a century-old farmhouse that has not been modified for decades? Does the home contain crawl spaces, several basements, or in-law quarters with fully equipped kitchens?
Call, text, or email us for the precise cost of your home inspection.
Home inspections generally take 2 to 4 hours to complete. The duration of a home inspection depends on many factors such as the size of the home, the condition of the home, and the ability to access certain areas of the home (roof, crawl space, attic, etc.).
Although it is not necessary, we do recommend that you attend the inspection so you can ask questions and learn more about the home. You will learn a lot from the inspection report, but we always encourage you to attend!
Your agent is not needed to attend the inspection, but they can be a valuable resource to have on-site. Occasionally, real estate-related questions arise that are beyond the home inspector’s knowledge base.
In addition, they are able to see any abnormalities at the time of the inspection.
It is important to note that no home is perfect. At the end of the home inspection process, we will provide a detailed report that describes the physical condition of the property, with images highlighting what may need repair or replacement. The information provided is to allow a potential buyer to make an informed decision about moving forward with the transaction. It is not pass or fail.
This is a question that should be answered by your realtor. It is the obligation of the home inspection business to provide you and your agent with factual observations to use in the home-buying process and to relay to the seller and seller’s agent, if desired.
A home inspection includes checking for any structural issues such as foundation cracks, roof leaks, plumbing issues, electrical wiring, heating/cooling systems, insulation, windows, doors, chimneys, etc. Depending on how big the property is, a home inspection typically takes 2–4 hours.
Ensure all inspection points are free from clutter, including any closets that might lead to a crawlspace or attic, and clear some space around your home’s perimeter. It’s also important to check the functionality of all built-in appliances, electric and gas. If you don’t plan to attend the inspection, make sure your inspector has access to the home and all pets are properly contained or moved.
A home doesn’t pass or fail an inspection. Instead, a home inspection is a thorough evaluation of a home’s components. In most cases, there will be concerns marked on your home inspection report, but these are strictly informative.
A home inspection is a one-day assessment of the home’s functional systems, construction, and appliances (HVAC, water heater, stove, washer/dryer, etc.). While a home inspector can evaluate the age and condition of an appliance, he or she cannot predict its exact lifespan. Often, we will observe components of a house that are running well but are past their usual service life and note that in the report. Typically, an electric water heater will last between 10 and 15 years. On a few occasions, we have discovered 30-year-old water heaters that are still functional, but we would write in the inspection report that a replacement may be required soon. A house warranty partially covers the expense of replacing defective components.
While you can legally skip a home inspection in many cases, doing so could mean you may end up buying a home that has major issues that need to be fixed.
While a home inspector may recommend some minor repairs, they are not qualified to make major repairs. He or she can provide information about what needs to be repaired, and it might be helpful to know that information — but the decision to actually do the work lies solely with the homeowner. Not only does this give you the freedom to choose your contractors, but it also helps prevent a conflict of interest.
Lenders utilize a home assessment to ensure that the property you are considering is adequately valued/priced for the purpose of obtaining a mortgage. A home inspection assesses the state of the home and its operational systems on the date of inspection. This is done so that you do not receive anything of lesser value than what you are paying for and so that you do not incur several unanticipated fees.
A home inspection can affect appraisals for two reasons:
1) The inspector may find something wrong with the property that would lower the value of the home.
2) The inspector may find things that need repair, which could increase the value of the home. If the inspection finds issues that require repairs, then the seller has to decide whether they want to fix them themselves or hire someone else to do it. If the buyer wants to purchase the home, he or she must be willing to pay for those repairs.
Yes. Some contracts in a seller’s market exclude house inspections. After you’ve moved into your new home, we will gladly conduct an inspection. We have conducted numerous inspections of this type in the past. We can conduct either a comprehensive home inspection with a final report or a Walk and Talk Consultation.
Occasionally, a comprehensive home inspection with a report is not a possibility.
We do provide “Walk and Talk Consultations” services. This service enables us to walk the property with you, pointing out any concerns we have, so that you can make an informed decision regarding the purchase.
A home inspection is a non-invasive, one-day review of the property’s condition. We do walk on the roof whenever it is safe to do so. We do not destroy or deconstruct any portion of the property.
Remember that home inspections are often performed on properties that you do not own.
When you schedule a home inspection, you are asked to review and sign a Pre-Inspection Agreement. The Pre-Inspection Agreement states that if, in the rare event, something that “should” have been noted in the inspection was not, you can be reimbursed for the price of the inspection.
Home inspectors are occasionally blamed for damaging items, although more often than not, they “reveal” something that was already damaged or inoperable. It is a rare occurrence that a home inspector breaks or damages anything on the property. However, if this occurs, Essential Inspection Services will reimburse the cost of any damage repairs.
No. The report generated for you is intended only as a general guide to help you make your own evaluation of the overall condition of the home and is not intended to reflect the value of the premises, nor make any representation as to the advisability of purchase. The report expresses the personal opinions of the inspector based upon his visual impressions of the conditions that existed at the time of the inspection only.
We provide a very comprehensive report, a summary report, and photos with descriptions. You should expect a report within 24 hours of the completion of your inspection. If a report is needed sooner, please notify us ahead of time so we can accommodate this request for an additional charge.
Essential Inspection Services offer the following services:
Yes! Our inspectors are members of InterNACHI (International Association of Certified Home Inspectors). We keep updated on any changes in the home inspection industry through membership and the courses they offer.
We offer discounts to our neighbors in the community that serve others! We are pleased to offer discounts to teachers, first responders, and active and retired military personnel.
We do not match a competitor’s price because we feel the service and value we provide is vastly different. We do not view this as a transaction but as an opportunity to help your family.
We offer Inspection scheduling online – Simple, quick and easy 24/7 online booking.
To contact us, please call or send a text message to 240.636.8809 or send an email to office@essentialinspect.com