What a Thousand Oaks Home Inspector Covers

Generally, I spend anywhere from 3-4 hours inspecting a property. Of course, there are a lot of variables, including square footage, fireplace(s), guest houses, swimming pools and spas, etc. After the inspection, I will spend time walking the client through the property and point out any deficiencies, safety hazards or defects ( which will also be included in my report). Within 24 hours, a compehensive report is e-mailed to the client. My reports are easy to read and they include lots of pictures. The end of the report includes a summary page which points out critical findings.

During a property inspection, items inspected will include but are not limited to:

	Foundations - Basements - Under-Floor Areas
	- Foundation and other support components - Under-floor ventilation - Location of under-floor access opening(s) - Wood separation from soil - Presence of drainage systems or sump pumps within foundation footprint - Presence or absence of seismic anchoring and bracing components
	Exteriors
	- Surface grade, hardscaping and drainage within six feet of the inspected building or associated primary parking structure - Wall cladding, veneers, flashing, trim, eaves, soffits and fascias - Exterior portions of a representative sampling of doors and windows - Attached decks, porches, balconies, stairs, columns, walkways, guard-rails and handrails
	Roof Coverings
	- Roof coverings - Flashing, vents, skylights and other penetrations - Roof drainage systems
	Attic Areas and Roof Framing
	- Framing and sheathing - Access opening(s) and accessibility - Insulation material(s) - Ventilation
	Plumbing
	- Supply, waste, and vent piping - Fixtures, faucets and drains - Water heating equipment, including combustion air, venting, connections, energy sources, seismic bracing, and temperature-pressure relief valves - Functional flow of water supply and functional drainage at fixtures - Gas piping and connectors - Cross-connections
	Electrical Systems
	- Service conductors, equipment, and capacity - Panels and overcurrent protection devices - Service and equipment grounding - Wiring types and methods - A representative sampling of switches, receptacles, and light fixtures - Ground-fault circuit-interrupters
	Heating Systems
	- Heating equipment and operation using normal user controls - Venting systems - Combustion and ventilating air - Energy source and connections - Heating distribution system(s) including a representative sampling of ducting, duct insulation, outlets, radiators, piping systems and valves
	Central Cooling Systems
	- Cooling equipment and operation using normal user controls - Cooling distribution system(s) including a representative sampling of ducting, duct insulation, outlets, piping systems and valves - Energy source and connections - Condensate drains
	Fireplaces and Chimneys
	- Chimneys, flues, dampers and associated components - Fireboxes, hearth extensions and permanently installed accessory components - Manufactured solid-fuel or gas-burning appliances
	Building Interior
	- Walls, ceilings and floors - Security bars, ventilation components, and a representative sampling of doors and windows - Stairs, handrails, and guardrails - Permanently installed cabinet and countertop surfaces - Safety glazing in locations subject to human impact
	Pools and Spas
	- Location and type of pool or spa examined - Conditions limiting or otherwise inhibiting inspection - Enclosure and related gates - Hardscaping and drainage related to the inspected pool or spa - Condition of visible portions of systems, structures, or components - Normally necessary and present equipment such as: lights, pumps, heaters, filters, and related mechanical and electrical connections

Cal Certified Home Inspection Sevice adheres to the iNACHI STANDARDS OF PRACTICE, which is a comprehensive list of areas we inspect and areas we do not inspect. A copy of this document is available below. Click the link

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