Home Buyers

Now that you are buying your new home, it is important to have all the information on your side.  This decision is likely to be the largest decision you will ever make. We provide professional nonbiased inspection services that are sure to give you confidence in this exciting yet stressful time.  We would be thrilled to accompany you through this part of the process.  We are certified property inspectors that work for you.  Let us professionally inspect your new or existing property so you can keep your family and your family’s investment safe.  We are the quality inspectors you want to hire.

WHY CHOOSE US
-We work for you - not the seller, not the agent, not the mortgage company
-Easy to read computer generated summary report within minutes of inspection completion
-Schedule Availability – Our goal always it to accommodate your schedule to our very best
-Member of the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors(InterNACHI)
-Certification training thru InterNACHI and Kaplan University
-We carry errors and omissions insurance
-Member of Minnesota’s Licensed Builders Agency
-Member of Minnesota’s Pollution Control Agency for sewage treatment systems
-We go above and beyond the recommended hours of continuing education every year

 

What We Inspect

STRUCTURE
Condition of the Structural Components, including the Attic and Crawl Space
or Basement - Construction Methods and Materials - Evidence of Moisture
Foundation Movement - Water Penetration

ROOF
Materials, Condition and Performance of the Roof Coverings, Flashings,
Chimneys, Gutters and Downspouts - Vents & Trim - Skylight,
Chimney & other Roof Penetrations

EXTERIOR
Materials and Condition of the Exterior Cladding, Doors and Windows,
Driveway and Walkways - Deck, Porches, Stoops & Railings - Lot Grading &
Drainage - Eaves, Soffit & Fascia - Garage Doors, Safety Sensors & Openers

HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING
General Condition and Operation of the Visible Portion of the Furnace and Air
Conditioning Units, Duct Work, Thermostat, and Air Filter
Fireplace Damper Door & Hearth

ELECTRICAL
General Condition of the Electrical Service - Electrical Panels, Breakers &
Fuses Grounding & Bonding - GFCIs & AFCIs - Electrical Service Line &
Meter Box - Main Disconnect & Service Amperage - Random Testing of
Switches & Outlets, Light Fixtures, and Ceiling Fans

PLUMBING
General Condition and Operation of the Plumbing System - All Visible
Supply Piping and Drains - Main Water Shut Off Valves
Water Heating System - Interior Plumbing Fixtures & Faucets
Drainage Sump Pumps with Accessible Floats

INSULATION & VENTILATION
Overall Condition of Attic and Crawl Space Insulation & Ventilation
Operation of Exhaust Fans

INTERIOR
General Condition of the Walls, Ceilings, Floor Coverings,
Windows & Doors, Cabinets & Countertops

APPLIANCES
General Condition and Operation of the Major Appliances