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INSPECT NW

Your Inspector Jordan Howard

Washington Licensed Home Inspector 328

Washington Licensed Real Estate Broker 114729

Washington State Home Inspection Advisory Board

Member of National Association of Realtors

RMLS

Clark County Association of Realtors

 https://www.homegauge.com/shgi/JordanHoward884/ 

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Services available

Services Available

List of services avaialbe include and are not limited to:

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Pre-Offer Assessment

Meet at the home you are interested in writing an offer on and do an onsite assessment and walk through of things to be ready for in a full home inspection. This is Prior to mutual acceptance of a purchase and sale agreement and can make your offer more appealing as you are more educated on the property.

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Home Inspection / Pre-listing Inspection

Full home inspection performed to Washington State Standards with written report and photos. Online access with repair list creation. 

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Home Check Up

Written report that excludes interior areas and focus is on the main portions of the structure. Exterior, roof, garage, attic and crawlspaces.


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Radon Testing

Air testing for the presence and the levels of radon in the home's lowest living section. 

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Drinking Water Quality

Water sample collected and delivered to BSK Lab for water quality.

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Ala-Carte

Areas of concern to home owners that need a neutral party to assess and give opinion on the conditon.

Other services may not be listed like multifamily homes, site assessment and other. Contact us for more options.

What is examined?

Additional Information

General Inspection Items


  • Structural Elements.
    Construction of walls, ceilings, floors, roof and foundation. Ask about horizontal cracks versus parallel cracks. Does the foundation seem secure? Does the roof leak? Has there been a fire in the attic? 
  • Exterior Evaluation.
    Wall covering, landscaping, grading, elevation, drainage, driveways, fences, sidewalks, fascia, trim, doors, windows, lights and exterior receptacles. If the exterior is covered in siding, what is under it? 
  • Roof and Attic.
    Framing, ventilation, type of roof construction, flashing and gutters. It does not include a guarantee of roof condition nor a roof certification. How many layers are on the roof? When will it need to be replaced? What is the average life expectancy of a roof? 
  • Plumbing.
    Identification of pipe materials used for potable, drain, waste and vent pipes. including condition. Toilets, showers, sinks, faucets and traps. It does not include a sewer inspection. Ask whether the plumbing is copper and be careful of faulty joints such as those that can occur with Kitec plumbing. 
  • Systems and Components.
    Water heaters, furnaces, air conditioning, duct work, chimney, fireplace and sprinklers. Usually a separate chimney inspection is performed if the inspector suspects there is a problem. Not all home inspectors will check sprinklers to make sure they operate correctly. 
  • Electrical.
    Main panel, circuit breakers, types of wiring, grounding, exhaust fans, receptacles, ceiling fans and light fixtures. Ask if the electrical panel is on a recall list. Is it up to code? Does the electrical panel user breakers (preferred) or fuses (outdated)? 
  • Appliances.
    Dishwasher, range and oven, built-in microwaves, garbage disposal and, yes, even smoke detectors. Washers and dryers are typically included as well if they remain with the home, but ask because those appliances are personal property. 
  • Garage.
    Slab, walls, ceiling, vents, entry, firewall, garage door, openers, lights, receptacles, exterior, windows and roof. If the garage is attached to the home, it might also require a pest inspection, depending on the type of loan the borrower is obtaining. Does the garage have a firewall? Is the door to the garage from the house have self-closing hinges?
     
  • Home Inspection Checklist Items Needing Service

Home inspection reports do not describe the condition of every component if it's in excellent shape, but should note every item that is defective or needing service. The serious problems are:

  • Health and safety issues (within reason)
  • Roofs with a short life expectancy
  • Furnace / A/C malfunctions
  • Foundation deficiencies
  • Moisture / drainage issues

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