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Services are cheaper when bundled with a home inspection vs being requested as a stand alone service.
A Residential Buyer Home Inspection examines critical parts of a property, such as roofing and foundation. It provides a comprehensive report that reveals any hidden problems, enabling buyers to decide on purchasing or repairs. We also offer a condo inspection, which excludes external and roof inspections maintained by the HOA. Thermal inspections are incorporated.
Prior to selling a property, a pre-listing inspection is crucial. Our inspectors conduct a thorough evaluation, identifying any areas that need attention or potential issues. This detailed report empowers you to make informed decisions and present your home to potential buyers with confidence, ensuring a successful selling process.
In a new residential inspection, we would inspect for any safety deficiencies from unfinished work, or poor workmanship. Our inspectors provide detailed reports to address any issues and secure necessary approvals. Trust us to build to the highest standards.
Unlock new perspectives with our drone aerial inspection services. They are used for a thorough inspection of a roof where roofs are either inaccessible, or too steep to personally access. They are a more advanced option to using binoculars or trying to see from the eve of the roof.
Our comprehensive water testing services ensure the safety and quality of your water supply. We analyze samples, identify contaminants, and provide tailored solutions to address any issues.
Comprehensive well system testing ensures the optimal performance and longevity of your water supply. Our experts meticulously inspect and analyze every component, safeguarding your home's water quality and reliability.
Indoor air quality tests for mold spores. A more detailed option is also available to determine excessive dust, dander, insect parts, and allergens like pollen.
Radon testing is a crucial service that helps identify the presence of this odorless, radioactive gas in your home. Our experts provide accurate measurements and recommendations to ensure your family's safety.
Sewer scoping is beneficial to find defects, clogs, or damage to sewer drain pipes. The sewer scope locator helps identify the location of damage and also helps to find buried septic tanks for future home owners.
A home inspection includes checking for any structural issues such as foundation cracks, roof leaks, plumbing issues, electrical wiring, heating/cooling systems, insulation, windows, doors, chimneys, etc. Depending on how big the property is, a home inspection typically takes 2-3 hours.
Ensure all inspection points are free from clutter, including any closets that might lead to a crawlspace or attic, and clearing some space around your home’s perimeter. It’s also important to check the functionality of all built-in appliances, electric, and gas. If you don’t plan to attend the inspection, make sure your inspector has access to the home, and all pets are properly contained or moved.
A home doesn’t pass or fail an inspection. Instead, a home inspection is a thorough audit of your home’s components. In most cases, there will be concerns marked on your home inspection report, but these are strictly informative.
While a home inspector may recommend some minor repairs, they are not qualified to make major repairs. He or she can provide information about what needs to be repaired — and it might be helpful to know that information — but the decision to actually do the work lies solely with the homeowner. Not only does this give you the freedom to choose your contractors, but it also helps prevent a conflict of interest.
A home inspection can affect appraisals for two reasons: 1) The inspector may find something wrong with the property that would lower the value of the home, 2) The inspector may find things that need repair which could increase the value of the home. If the inspection finds issues that require repairs, then the seller has to decide whether they want to fix them themselves, or hire someone else to do it. If the buyer wants to purchase the home, he/she must be willing to pay for those repairs.
Advantage Inspections LLC provides quality home inspections in and around Southwest Virginia including New River Valley, Pulaski, Montgomery, Floyd, Giles, Wythe, Smyth, Carrol, Bland, Salem & surrounding areas.