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 Buyers Pre-Purchase
Inspections
Buying a home? A Condreay & Associates Home Inspection includes a
thorough inspection of all home components. Including:
Structural Inspection
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 Inspection
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
Inspection
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 an upgrades.
Plumbing Inspection
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.
Basement/Crawl Space/Slab Inspection
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 Inspection
All appliances are operated and deficiencies noted. The inspector approximates
the age of each piece and its life expectancy. The inspector may also, depending
on the age and usefulness of the kitchen, suggest a budget for repairs ranging
from addressing typical minor problems to a complete renovation.
Interior Inspection
Walls, floors and ceiling surfaces are scanned for problematic conditions,
visible evidence of water penetration, potentially dangerous or toxic materials,
fire hazards, or security breaches. Ventilation and energy conservation aspects
are checked and appropriate upgrades are itemized.
Exterior Inspection
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.
What
is Inspected? - Exclusions
and Exclusions
Condreay & Associates inspects Chicago,
Chicagoland and all of Northeastern Illinois!
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