What's Inspected During A Home Inspection

Buying a home? An inspection by Troy’s Home Inspection Services includes a thorough inspection of the following components:

Structural

Covers the structure of the building in terms of materials used and type of construction. Foundation type, framing materials, and other significant sub-components are noted along with any idiosyncrasies. The inspector also checks for major or minor problems in the foundation, floor, wall and roof framing.

Electrical

The electrical system is checked for sufficient capacity and safety, and evaluated in terms of its current condition and suitability for future use. Upgrades and repairs are recommended where appropriate.

Heating and Air Conditioning

The inspector assesses the capacity of the existing equipment, and by considering the age of the equipment and its intended capacity, approximates the life expectancy and recommends appropriate repairs and upgrades.

Plumbing

The piping and fixtures throughout the house are checked for function flow and life expectancies. They are screened for unsanitary conditions and potential repairs, freeze vulnerability, or spillage/overflow. Laundry equipment, tile work, and domestic water heating equipment are also surveyed.

Crawl Space/Slab

Water seepage probabilities and structural problems are evaluated and remediation advice given if needed. The inspector also looks for possible problem areas that could cause structural problems, such as poor soil, surface drainage, proximity to tree roots and rotating stoops.

Kitchen

All appliances are operated and deficiencies noted. The inspector approximates the age of each piece and its life expectancy..

Interior

Walls, floors and ceiling surfaces are scanned for problematic conditions, visible evidence of water penetration, fire hazards, or security breaches. Ventilation and energy conservation aspects are checked and appropriate upgrades are itemized.

Exterior

The roof (where safe and appropriate), roof runoff controls and landscape drainage are inspected and necessary improvements are recommended. Stoops, steps, walks and drives are checked for voids, surface problems and safety hazards.