As a potential home buyer, a home inspection report from Compass Property Inspections will provide you with information on how well the residence has been maintained. Knowing this will give you an idea of what home improvement projects you may need to budget for.
If you are a home seller, our report will provide insight into what improvements you may want to make prior to selling. These improvements will help during the price negotiations of the your home.
Below is a list of all certified services provided by Compass Property Inspection.
Home Inspection
A good home inspection may save you thousands when buying or selling a home by identifying potential problems before purchasing. Simply put, a home inspection is an objective visual inspection of a house. The inspector looks at the physical structure and primary systems of the home and to report on whether the components and systems are working as intended to on the day of inspection, as well as report defects that could negatively affect the value of the property and/or pose danger to someone.
Pool and Spa Inspection
Your Pool and Spa require proper maintenance and regular inspection so that you can enjoy it for years to come. Your pool service professional is only responsible for pools cleanliness and chemistry. Using a comprehensive checklist, we will inspect your pool and spa for all the other items that will ensure proper condition and function, as well as your family’s safety.
Sprinkler Systems Inspection
If not installed and maintained properly, a lawn irrigation system can create problems for the health of property’s lawn. A faulty system can lead to wasteful water use, or, worse, contamination of the home’s potable water supply. We operate the sprinkler system to check for visible leaks and proper zone positioning, pressure, and function. We inspect control panel, sprinkler heads, sensors, back-flow devices, service, and supply piping.
Indoor Air Quality Inspection
Compromised indoor air quality (IAQ) is the fastest way to spread mold through a dwelling via forced air HVAC and Duct System. Unfortunately, air conditioning systems and air ducts are a common place for black mold to reside. Moisture plays a significant role in the growth of mold. Air conditioning systems can act as an incubator for black mold because of its constant change in humidity levels throughout the summer season. It can grow, proliferate, and make dwelling occupants sick without ever being seen, and dramatically reduce indoor air quality (IAQ). Air/Tape Sampling report will identify if any mold is present in HVAC and Duct System. Air duct cleaning is an easy and affordable way which will not only get rid of dirt, dust, and other particles, but it will also get rid of mold.
Mold Inspection
Unchecked Mold can damage the structure of a home, cause wood rot and ruin drywall. It can also cause health problems. We will investigate any signs of past or present water intrusion which can promote mold growth. We’ll also take samples of any suspected mold for laboratory analysis.
Warranty Inspection
Most builders offer a one- or two-year warranty on a new home. We’ll come out two weeks before the builder’s warranty expires and inspect the property and give you a comprehensive inspection report. Armed with this information, you can hold your builder and his subcontractors to their warranty while it’s still in force.
Maintenance Inspection
The most important thing to understand as a new homeowner is that your house requires care and regular maintenance. As time goes on, parts of your house will wear out, break down, deteriorate, leak, or simply stop working. Even the most vigilant homeowner can, from time to time, miss small problems or forget about performing some routine home repairs and seasonal maintenance. That’s why an Annual Home Maintenance Inspection will help you keep your home in good condition and prevent it from suffering serious, long-term and expensive damage from minor issues that should be addressed now. We recommend having an annual home maintenance Inspection performed annually for your primary residence and any investment properties you own.
Termite Inspection*
Wood destroying insects like Termites and other pests can cause serious damage to the wooden structural components of a house. These destructive organisms can hide and go undetected for a long time, but there are many telltale signs that indicate their presence. We will inspect your home for evidence of infestation before it becomes an expensive problem later.
*Provided by Licensed 3rd party
Whom Compass Property Inspections Can Help
Sellers
Are you selling your home? Let me inspect it even before you list it. My Seller’s Pre-Listing Inspection alerts you to any defects or problems with your home so you can address them before prospective buyers discover them. You can take the time to obtain reasonable repair estimates. Avoid 11th-hour negotiations and delays and justify your full asking price by getting it inspected.
- Request a home inspection before the property is put on the market to justify top selling price.
- A seller inspection eliminates surprise defects.
- Problems are corrected or at least acknowledged prior to making an offer.
- The report provides a more accurate, third-party view of the condition of the home prior to making an offer.
- Having a pre-inspection report available for buyers’ information indicates that the seller has nothing to conceal.
Buyers
Buying a home can be a stressful process. Chances are, most of your inspection will be related to maintenance recommendations and minor imperfections. These are good to know about. The issues that really matter fall into three categories: Major defects; Conditions conducive to major defects; and Safety hazards. These issues need to be addressed. But it’s important to realize that the seller is under no obligation to repair everything mentioned in your inspection report. No house is perfect.
- A home is one of the most important purchases one will ever make.
- A Certified Home Inspector is a professional who will conduct a visual inspection of the general conditions of the property.
- It is an inexpensive way to discover the overall conditions of the property.
- It is important to conduct a home inspection to avoid a costly mistake by purchasing a property in need of major repairs.
- It is a valuable education opportunity to see potential issues through an expert’s eyes.
- Provide buyer with a detailed report suggesting any possible improvements or repairs.
- The inspection report could be used as a great tool in purchasing negotiations with the seller.
Realtors
Your reputation is your most asset. Your clients rely on you to guide them through a complicated and sometime stressful process. Demonstrate them that their trust in you is justified by referring them to Compass Property Inspections. My experience, training and professionalism will deliver the information your clients need. The best advertising is a happy client.
Investors
You are buying broken houses as-is. If there are any serious problems with the house that would result in higher repair costs, you want to know about them before you close. Before you purchase or sell your next investment property, consider getting a property inspection done. It can help protect your investment, help you get to know the condition of the property and give you the confidence you need to make an informed decision.
