Condominium Inspections are typically limited to the interior; subsequently
certain pages from our standard report form may be omitted. Common-use areas
like walks, stairs, halls roof etc. are not part of the inspection.
Pre-purchase inspections are typically
performed prior to the real estate contract becoming ratified. A large
percentage of contracts are written with a contingency clause, something like
"this contract is contingent upon the buyer receiving an acceptable home
inspection within __ days of this contract". Time periods vary from region to
region, but we have found 7 - 10 days to be average. It is likely the days
counted would include Sundays, so it is recommended to ask your agent / broker.
It is important to remember that if you go beyond the time allotted, you forfeit
your opportunity to either re-negotiate for repairs needed or cancel the
contract.
Remember it is your right to pick your own independent home inspector.
The inspection report represents the results of a
limited visual examination of certain readily accessible systems and components
using normal operating controls & opening readily operable access panels.
Equipment, items and systems will not be dismantled. Personal property (e.g.
occupant’s furniture, clothing etc.) will not be moved, covered or disturbed in
any way.
Inspecting a building with its thousands of components is a difficult task. The
Company’s inspectors are similar to family doctors. Like a general practitioner
who can conduct a general physical exam, our inspectors can examine cursorily
the ‘vital’ components of a building to identify patent glaring problems.
Neither the family doctor nor the inspector can guarantee that the patient or
house is not ‘sick’ at the time of the examination or will not become ‘sick’ in
the future. In some cases when a problem is detected, the doctor or the
inspector will recommend a specialist for further examination (e.g.
cardiologist, ophthalmologist, roofer, electrician etc.). As patients, it is our
responsibility to evaluate regularly our own health & to consult specialists as
necessary. As homeowners, it is our responsibility to monitor regularly the
condition of our homes & to call upon specialists as needed.
Your Home Inspector will investigate any particular aspect of a property, at the client’s request. A typical home inspection
covers the following:
- Electric: Service capacity, interior wiring, polarity, open-grounds, circuit distribution, lighting
- Heating: Type, age, condition, capacity, heat pipes, radiators, heat controls, thermostats
- Cooling: Central air systems, compressor/condenser, coils, filters, room units,
- Plumbing: Interior piping, condition, pressure, drains, fixtures, water heater
- Interior: Condition of walls, floors, ceilings, stairs, bathrooms, fireplaces
- Kitchen: Appliances, cabinets, exhaust fan, flooring
- Overall: Structural, mechanical, electrical, maintenance rating, potential problem areas and other pertinent information
Important: Cosmetic (blemishes in drywall finish, paint finish, stains etc) issues are not part of the report.
Inspections are an interactive process between inspector and client; it is
therefore recommended that you make every possible attempt to accompany
inspector through your inspection (except for on roof and in attics).
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