The decision to sell or purchase a home is an important decision, and how better to proceed than with accurate and reliable information about the property in question.
All inspections from 21st Century Home Inspections, LLC evaluate all interior and exterior components and systems including the roof, basement, heating, cooling, ventilation, insulation, plumbing, structure, electrical, and the lot.
Services
Modern Digital Reporting
I use state of the art software to generate a detailed report that is backed up with all my training, written with the client in mind, and not emotionally driven. My reports include high resolution images and details descriptions of my findings with a focus on health and safety, and they are completely digital so they can easily be accessed and shared.
Commercial Property Inspections
We complete inspections on office, retail, industrial, warehouse, strip mall, as well as stand alone buildings. We complete this type of inspection to help Investors look for problems with the roof, plumbing, and other issues that may result in a financial loss.
Crawl Space Inspections
We complete inspections of crawl spaces where access to electrical, plumbing, heating, ventilation, and AC Systems are found. We will also look for anything that may cause future damage to the home
Electrical
We complete electrical inspections keeping in mind age related concerns, incorrect wiring, unnoticeable electrical current problems, unsafe wiring, corrosion, and the need for upgrading the electrical panel to accommodate today’s needs.
Foundation Inspections
We complete this type of inspection looking for evidence of pressures acting on the home's foundation causing cracks which usually appear at the weakest points in the construction. These must be monitored for movement, spreading, shifting, or widening. In a nutshell, a foundation inspection determines if your home's foundation needs repair and then provides the plan of action and cost for repairing the foundation.
Four Point Inspection
We complete this type of inspection focusing on the condition and age of:
HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning)
Electrical wiring and panels
Plumbing connections and fixtures
Roof
HVAC Inspections
We complete this inspection looking at filters, clogs in the drainage, function of heating and cooling modes, venting issues, clearance to combustibles, damage, electrical connections, and restriction not allowing the system to work properly or safely.
Investor Property Inspections
Investor Property Inspections are recommended at least every two years for those who own rental properties or second homes. Costly repairs maybe avoided when you are informed about maintenance and repair issues. It also aids in the budgeting for replacement items.
Multi Family Inspections
We complete inspections on Small and Large Apartment Buildings, Condo Buildings, Duplex, Triplex, as well as Fourplex. There are often requirements of multi-family rental dwellings of four (4) or more units to be inspected for code compliance in order to preserve property values, promote community safety and well being, and encourage investment in upkeep and maintenance.
New Construction
We complete this type of inspection looking for errors or omissions that have occurred during the build process which need to be corrected prior to closing. Typical phase inspections would include:
Pre-Foundation - looking at plumbing, foundation support, and structural
Pre-Drywall - Prior to walls being closed in by drywall
Pre-Closing - Final inspection prior to closing
Post-Closing - For those pushed to close by the builder without the builder having adequate time to remediate concerns before closing
Home Warranty - Completed in your 10th month of home ownership to give to the builder adequate time to make repairs prior to the warranty ending at the end of the 12th month.
 
 
Plumbing Inspections
We complete this inspection looking at, among other things, the properties water supply, components, piping, type of pipe used, fixtures, vents, flashing, insect or animal intrusion, placement near electricity, clothes washer drain for possible sewer gas leakage, accessibility of water fixtures, as well as shut of valves.
 
Pre-List Inspections
We complete this type of inspection prior to listing your home on the market. This will give you insight into areas of your home that may need repair or improvement.
 
Pre-Purchase Inspections
We complete this type of inspection prior to purchase to give the buyer insight as to the condition of the home and what, if any, corrections or repairs may be needed.
 
Roof Inspections
We complete this type of inspection looking at, among other things, the roofs construction, number of dormers and chimneys present, flashing, roof surface materials used, conditions of the materials used, condition of the mortar and bricks, proper placement of roof materials, rust, corrosion, as well as gutters and downspouts.
Structural Inspections
We complete this type of inspection looking at the foundation and supporting elements of the home looking for cracks, shifts, compromised integrity, sagging, and conditions that are unsafe or may lead to future damage.
Wind Mitigation Inspections
We complete this type of inspection focusing on the appropriateness of a given structure’s construction in the event of strong winds such as a hurricane. Homeowners often submit this report to their insurance to receive a discount on their premium.
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