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Why You Need a Home Inspection

Why You Need a Home Inspection. To ensure you have all the facts Inspect your homes Major Systems Provide Unbiased View of Home Condition Educate Buyer on any Issues or Concerns. Protecting Home Buyers. Run, This House is not for you!. What We Inspect. Exterior

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Why You Need a Home Inspection

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  1. Why You Need a Home Inspection To ensure you have all the facts Inspect your homes Major Systems Provide Unbiased View of Home Condition Educate Buyer on any Issues or Concerns

  2. Protecting Home Buyers Run, This House is not for you!

  3. What We Inspect • Exterior • Roof, Gutters, Flashings, Chimneys • Exterior Cladding, Doors, Decks & Windows • Foundation, Steps, Porches, Columns • Landscaping, Retaining Walls, Drainage • Interior • Plumbing, drains, vents, taps, fixtures, tubs & fans • Electrical, panels, outlets, lights, switches, type of wiring • Heating, Cooling, Filters & HRV’s • Windows, Doors, Stairs, Railings & Finishes • Structural Supports, columns, walls & attachments

  4. Structural Issues • Decks not properly attached To home indicate no building Permit and safety hazard. • Temporary screw jacks are sometimes used for structural support. Check instructions. • Drilling holes within 2 inches of edge of joist is not permitted.

  5. Water Damage • Exterior Water Poor drainage and downspout Discharge Areas are the most common causes of water in basements. Identification is important. • Interior Water Leaking fixtures can cause mould Within 72 hours. Unidentified sources of water in a home can be an expensive repair.

  6. Renovations • Building Permits • We have the training to evaluate whether a Building Permit was likely taken out for Renovations completed in a home. • We will identify whether you need an Electrical Inspection to comply with local electrical codes. • We will identify un-safe structures which have been added by home owner.

  7. Check Qualifications • What memberships does Inspector have • How many years in business • How many Home Inspections have they done • What certifications do they hold • What services do they provide • What guarantee do they offer

  8. Typical Inspection Issues • Water infiltration is #1 • Aluminum Wiring • Asbestos in heating or insulation • Galvanized Plumbing • Knob and Tube wiring • Structural Issues

  9. Actual Pictures of Inspections Animal Feces in Attic Aluminum Wiring Galvanized Plumbing Knob & Tube Wiring Spalled Brick Vermiculite Insulation

  10. Any Questions? This is just a small preview of the home inspection process. For more information on what a Home Inspection entails, please contact Roger Frost Thank you for your interest in the Home Inspection Process. Presentation by Roger Frost The Orillia Home Inspector

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