What Does the Property Inspection Process Look Like?
Schedule Your Inspection
Book online and watch for your confirmation email.
Meet Your Inspector
Your inspection will be performed by a licensed professional engineer and InterNACHI-certified inspector.
Review Your Report
I'll send your detailed report within 24 hours of your inspection's completion.
When you hire Wavro Inspection Services for a property inspection, you’re getting an inspector who brings over three decades of engineering knowledge to every job. I follow the Standards of Practice established by InterNACHI, one of the most respected organizations in the home inspection industry. During your inspection, I’ll evaluate all accessible major systems and components, noting anything that requires immediate attention as well as items that may need attention down the road.
After the walkthrough, I’ll walk you through my key findings in plain language without technical jargon or guesswork. You’ll receive a comprehensive report in both HTML and PDF formats, complete with photos and clear descriptions of every area I evaluated. That report is designed to give you the full picture, so you can move forward in your transaction with confidence.
5 Benefits of a Property Inspection
Puts You in a Better Negotiating Position
The findings from your inspection report can be used to negotiate a better purchase price, request repairs, or ask for seller concessions. Knowledge is leverage, and a thorough inspection puts that leverage in your hands.
Protects Your Safety and Your Family's
A property inspection evaluates serious safety concerns including electrical hazards, structural issues, carbon monoxide risks, and potential mold or moisture problems that could affect the health and safety of everyone inside.
Helps You Budget for the Future
I'll identify components that are approaching the end of their useful life (things like aging HVAC systems, older water heaters, or deteriorating roofing) so you can plan financially and avoid unexpected surprises after you move in.
Builds Confidence in the Transaction
For sellers, a pre-listing inspection demonstrates transparency and good faith, which can lead to stronger offers and smoother closings. For buyers, it eliminates uncertainty and provides a clear picture of what the property actually involves.
Delivers Genuine Peace of Mind
Knowing the true condition of a property before you commit takes the guesswork out of one of the biggest financial decisions of your life. That peace of mind has real value, and it's exactly what I aim to deliver on every inspection.
What's Included in a Property Inspection?
Roof
Roof coverings, gutters, downspouts, vents, flashing, skylights, chimney, roof penetrations, and the general structure of the roof.
Attic, Insulation, Ventilation
Insulation and ventilation of unfinished spaces, including attics, crawl spaces, foundation areas and exhaust systems.
Exterior
Siding, windows, exterior doors, flashing & trim, walkways, driveways, stairs, patios & decks, and drainage.
Basement, Foundation, Crawlspace, Structure
Foundation movement, cracks, structural concerns, and indication of water penetration.
Cooling
Cooling system, location of thermostat, energy source and cooling method.
Heating
Heating system, location of thermostat, energy source and heating method.
Fireplace
Visible portions of the fireplace & chimneys, lintels, damper doors, and cleanout doors & frames.
Plumbing
Main water & fuel supply shut-off valves, water heater, interior water supply, toilets, sinks, tubs, showers, drain, waste and vent systems.
Electrical
Service drop, overhead service conductors, service head & mast, main service disconnect, panelboards, grounding, switches, light fixtures, receptacles deemed to be AFCI & GFCI, and the presence of smoke alarms & carbon monoxide detectors.
Appliances
Dishwasher, disposal, range, oven, microwave, refrigerator, exhaust, bathroom heater, garage door, doorbell, and dryer vent
Pool
Circulation, heating, filtering, electrical, water chemistry, and possible safety issues.
Doors, Windows, Interior
Representative number of doors & windows, floors, walls, ceilings, stairs, railings, garage door and openers.
