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All inspections are performed by Mr. Austin
(BSME), Nationally Certified, FHA approved and State Licensed
Inspector (#5194) and state approved inspection instructor
#881971552.
Buying a home? The process can be stressful. A home inspection is supposed to
give you peace of mind, but often has the opposite effect. You will be asked to
absorb a lot of information in a short time. This often includes a written
report, bullet list, photographs, termite reports, and what the inspector
himself says during the inspection. All this combined with the seller’s
disclosure and what you notice yourself makes the experience even more
overwhelming. What should you do?
Most of your inspection will be maintenance recommendations, life
expectancies and minor imperfections. That is not to say that some serious
problems can easily occur. The
issues that really matter will fall into four categories:
- Major defects. An example of this would be a structural failure.
- Things that lead to major defects. A small roof-flashing leak, for
example.
- Things that may hinder your ability to finance, legally occupy, or insure
the home.
- Safety hazards, such as an exposed, live buss bar at the electric panel.
Anything in these categories should be addressed. Often a serious problem can be
corrected inexpensively to protect both life and property.
The following
information is provided in order to give owners or residents of the
property being evaluated a better understanding of the home
inspection process:
Diligent Home
Inspection is a home inspection service company. The inspectors are
full time real estate inspectors and have performed thousands of
home inspections.
Evaluation of
the property is performed in accordance with the TREC Standards of
Practice, where pertaining.
My inspection
is not a pass or fail inspection. I essentially report, to our
clients, conditions or defects that in the inspectors’ opinion
adversely affect the proper function or safety of the major systems,
components and items of the property, that pertain to the
inspection.
Generally, evaluation and reporting of merely cosmetic and minor /
inconsequential details and deficiencies is beyond the scope of this
inspection.
It is best to
allow us to proceed with the inspection without interruption so that
we are able to conduct a complete and accurate evaluation.
Usually the
inspectors will be making evaluations throughout the interior and
exterior of the home; walking on the roof, climbing in the attic,
opening the windows, operating central heating / air conditioning
systems and standard built-in appliances, opening electrical panel
boxes, looking under the kitchen / bathroom sinks, running showers /
tubs, etc.
If there are
any areas or components of the home that you do not wish to be
accessed or handled by the inspectors please inform them.
Also, if you are aware of any problems or adverse conditions
affecting any of the systems and components of the property please
inform the inspectors.
Most sellers are generally honest and are often surprised
to learn of defects uncovered during an inspection. Realize that sellers are
under no obligation to repair everything mentioned in the report. No home is
perfect. Keep things in perspective. Don’t kill your deal over things that don’t
matter much. It might be inappropriate to demand that a poor seller address deferred
maintenance, minor conditions already listed on the seller’s disclosure, or nit-picky
items. It helps to keep one's emotions in check and in tuned with reality.
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A complete inspection includes a visual
examination of the building from top to bottom. Only those items that are
visible and accessible by normal means are included in the report. Our
inspection procedures are performed in accordance with the Texas Real Estate
Commission (TREC) and The International Residential Code.
The standard Home Inspector’s report will
review the condition of the home’s heating system, central air conditioning
system (temperature permitting), interior plumbing and electrical systems;
the roof, attic, and visible insulation; walls, ceiling, floors, windows and
doors; the foundation, basement, and visible structure. The inspection is
not intended to be an exhaustive inspection of every component present in
the home or of cosmetic items or every environmental concerns and issues. A
service of this nature is available from some companies, but at a much
higher fee then a standard home inspection.
The inspection will also include a review
period with the Inspector. If you are present during or at the end of the
inspection, the review will take place at the time. If for any reason you
cannot be present for the inspection, the inspector will review the report
with you over the phone at a scheduled time.
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Diligent Inspections
represents the interests of families purchasing homes. You need to have your
property inspected before closing to safeguard your interests. The inspection report and
review give you a change to have your "eyes open" in relation to the property conditions. Call (281) 480-3388 now to set up an appointment.
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Diligent
Inspection Services