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Home Inspections

Inspection Types:

  • Pre-purchase inspections (both initial and re-inspections)

  • Pre-listing inspections

  • Pre-drywall inspections

  • 1-Year Builder's Warranty inspections

  • Periodic home "check-up" inspections

  • Limited scope inspections

 

The systems and components inspected are determined by the NC Home Inspection Licensure Board and include the following major categories:

  • Structural Components

  • Exterior

  • Roofing

  • Plumbing

  • Electrical

  • Heating

  • Air Conditioning

  • Interiors

  • Insulation and Ventilation

  • Built-in Kitchen Appliances (some exclusions apply)

 

See NC Standards of Practice for specifics, exclusions, and limitations.

 

Actual Findings - New Construction

Wood Destroying Insect Damage

Wood Destroying Insect Damage

Deteriorated Wood Trim

Deteriorated Wood Trim

Missing Stair Railing

Missing Stair Railing

Detached Return Duct

Detached Return Duct

Deteriorated Hardwood Siding

Deteriorated Hardwood Siding

Attic Moisture Intrusion

Attic Moisture Intrusion

Missing Splash Block / Extension

Missing Splash Block / Extension

Loose Stair Railing Spindle

Loose Stair Railing Spindle

Range Anti-tip Installed Improperly

Range Anti-tip Installed Improperly

Separated Window Trim

Separated Window Trim

Gutter Seam Leak

Gutter Seam Leak

Damaged Plumbing Vent Boot.jpg

Damaged Plumbing Vent Boot.jpg

Gap Between Door and Jamb

Gap Between Door and Jamb

Termite Tubes + WDI Treatment.jpg

Termite Tubes + WDI Treatment.jpg

Leaking Shower Valve

Leaking Shower Valve

Detached Gutter

Detached Gutter

Mold in Crawl Space.jpg

Mold in Crawl Space.jpg

Improper Floor Support Installation

Improper Floor Support Installation

Exposed Grounding Wire

Exposed Grounding Wire

Door Closure Installed Backwards

Door Closure Installed Backwards

Defective Diverter

Defective Diverter

Damaged Gray Duct

Damaged Gray Duct

Damaged Compressor Line Insulation

Damaged Compressor Line Insulation

Carpenter Bee Damage

Carpenter Bee Damage

Damaged Suction Line Insulation

Damaged Suction Line Insulation

2 Wires to Terminal-"Double Tapping"

2 Wires to Terminal-"Double Tapping"

Missing Attic Ladder Hardware

Missing Attic Ladder Hardware

Malfunctioing GFCI Receptacle

Malfunctioing GFCI Receptacle

Improper Electrical Panel Wiring

Improper Electrical Panel Wiring

Inadequate Deck Supports

Inadequate Deck Supports

Lost Seals in Window Sash

Lost Seals in Window Sash

Drywall Moisture Detected

Drywall Moisture Detected

Improper Floor Support Installation

Improper Floor Support Installation

Actual Findings - Resales

Improper Trim Installation

Improper Trim Installation

Trim Needs Sealing/Painting

Trim Needs Sealing/Painting

Raised Hardwood Floor Panels

Raised Hardwood Floor Panels

Buckled Siding

Buckled Siding

Missing Deck Nails

Missing Deck Nails

Unterminated Wire

Unterminated Wire

Unsealed Foundation Wall

Unsealed Foundation Wall

Plumbing Leak

Plumbing Leak

Open Junction Box in Crawlspace

Open Junction Box in Crawlspace

Missing Cabinet Trim

Missing Cabinet Trim

Leaking Fixture

Leaking Fixture

Improper Hinge Installation

Improper Hinge Installation

New Grout Failing

New Grout Failing

Raised Flooring

Raised Flooring

Faulty Garage Door Sensor (Eye)

Faulty Garage Door Sensor (Eye)

Door Installation Not Flush

Door Installation Not Flush

Detached Duct Support Strap

Detached Duct Support Strap

Crimped Commode Fill Line

Crimped Commode Fill Line

Bowing Sheetrock

Bowing Sheetrock

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