Do you know what to look for when hiring an Atlanta home inspector?
If
you are looking for an Atlanta home inspector, you should inquire if he
or she is certified with the International Code Council (ICC). You
will also want to ask if they are a member of the American Society of
Home Inspectors (ASHI). ASHI holds the highest standards and ethics in
performing home inspections.
Ask
for referrals and ask the home inspector specific questions concerning
your home. A good and honest Atlanta home inspector will answer you with
courtesy as well as integrity and intelligence.
A good inspector will ask you questions about your home and not just when they can get you on the schedule.
The inspector will examine the interior and exterior of the home which includes:
Roofs, Gutters and Downspouts, Grounds, Driveways, and Walkways
Foundation and Exterior, Basement, Crawlspace
Garage and Laundry area, Interior walls, floors, and ceilings
Doors and Windows
Kitchen and built in Appliances
Bathrooms
Plumbing and fixtures
Water Heater(s)
Electrical system
Heating and Cooling systems
Insulation
Attic and more
Roof
Inspections are limited to 4/12 roof slopes but not excluding roofs
greater than 4/12 and two story roof heights. Roof inspections for two
story roofing and slopes greater than 4/12 are limited to visual
inspection of roofing.This pertains to installation defects, worn
abrasion due to hail damage and worn or defected material due to life
expectancy. Roof slopes lower than 4/12 and one story or ranch style
homes are walked and inspected. Roofs with two story or greater are
inspected visually from the ground and with ladder at eaves sections and
roof edge sections where visible or accessible.
Roof inspections are not a warranty and are performed for documented information purposes.
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