:: Signature Home Inspections

W h a t will your home inspection include? Most everything from the roof to the foundation and almost everything in between.

On the roof: the condition and potential life expectancy of the shingles, the gutter system, the vents.

In the attic: the framing, bracing, decking, evidence of leaks, insulation.

The exterior: trim, soffits, eaves, doors, windows, framing, deck condition, exterior stack of the fireplace, flue, flashing.

Electrical system: meter, power panel, exposed wiring, outlets.

Plumbing:cutoff location, interior piping, pressure, outside bibbs, leaks, waste line, vents, drainage, water heater location, serial number, capacity, condition.

Heating and air conditioning: serial numbers, brand, location, temperature output, condition, ducts, supply, returns, thermostat.

In every room: entry doors, windows, walls ceilings, floors, lighting, outlets.

In the kitchen: model numbers of all appliances and their condition, cabinets, counters, leaks.

In the bathrooms: ventilation, drainage, sink, toilet, tub/shower condition, leaks.

Garage: door operation, fire-rated ceiling and walls.

The foundation: building materials, visible portions of walls and floor, cracks, support, floor joists, evidence of animal or insects, dampness

The exterior of the home: age of the house, landscaping, address identification, driveway condition, stoop, utility services, environmental issues like the possible presence of asbestos, radon or lead