Home Inspection

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During a home inspection, the inspector will thoroughly evaluate the physical structure of your home as well as critical internal systems. The examination will include the following:

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• Electrical system
• Plumbing system
• Heating and cooling systems
• Radon detection equipment, if applicable
• Walls, ceiling and flooring
• Windows and doors

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• Roofing
• Foundation
• Basement
• Attic
• Insulation
• Structural Components

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There are many ways you can help:
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1. Leave keys (and label them too!) – for example: electrical panel
2.  Tidy up your basement / attic – Nothing can be in the pathway to your furnace/HVAC unit/ water heater and anything else that needs inspecting.
3. Yard needs to be cleaned up – access to the crawl space, drainage access points or the septic tank.
4. If home is vacant, reconnect utilities.
5.  Make sure all pilot lights are on for fireplaces and furnaces – yes, even in the summer too!

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The duration of an inspection varies widely, mostly depending on four factors:

1. Home size
2. Number of defects
3. Thoroughness of the inspector
4. The helpfulness of the owner when preparing for the inspection

Having said that, expect somewhere between two and four hours unless there are exceptional circumstances.

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