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Inspection Overview

A home cannot fail an inspection. A professional home inspection gives you an independent, unbiased view of any problems and their solutions, so that you will have all the facts you need to make a sound, informed decision.

Depending on the size and condition of the home, a thorough home inspection will take no more than four hours, usually between an hour and a half and three hours. Ideally, you will accompany me during the consultation, so that you will have visual reinforcement of your written report.

I take the inspection report seriously. Every inspection is a complete and thorough analysis of all the major systems and components in the home. The report includes a clear description of what I've found with any problem areas noted, so you can easily identify them. I also offer a free telephone consultation after your inspection.

A thorough home inspection includes the following:

  • Roof (shingles, flashings, chimneys, vents, trim and gutters, drip edges, skylights, downspouts, and other visible roof related items)
  • Attics (insulation, ventilation, rafters, joists and collar ties, trusses, wiring attachments, and other visible related items)
  • Plumbing and Fixtures (water pressure, water distribution system, hose bibs, sinks and faucets, bath/showers and toilets, sanitary system, and other plumbing system components)
  • Interior (floors and ceilings, walls, stairs (if applicable) and banisters, finishes, sinks, cabinets, shelving, built-in appliances, smoke detectors and safety-related items, and other visible interior-related components)
  • Heating and Cooling Systems (furnace, air cleaning parts, ductwork, electronic monoxide testing, electric gas sniffer testing, air conditioner and lines, and other visible related HVAC components)
  • Electrical Systems (service entry and clearances, service panel, switches and outlets, visible wiring and junction boxes, grounding system, and other related electrical components)
  • Basements, Crawl Spaces, and Foundation (insulation, ventilation, posts, vapor barriers, utility attachment, structural items, floors and walls, and columns)
  • Exterior (siding materials, attachments, windows, doors, sashes and lintels, vents, entryways, and other visible exterior related components)
  • Environmental Issues
  • Decks and Porches
  • Fireplaces
  • Overall Structure

 


Chad has been great in dealing with my home inspection. Being a first time home buyer, I didn't know what to expect or what to do for that matter! Not only is he professional and kind, Chad has been prompt in responding to emails and phone calls. — Nichole S.
Chad wrote a very well-detailed and comprehensive report. I am confident that hiring Chad's expertise will provide us a positive return of at least 5 times in our ability to negotiate repair work prior to closing. —A Google User
Chad did a fantastic job! I really appreciated the attention to detail and the willingness to ensure I understood all potential issues that arose during the inspection. — A Google User
Chad from Crossroads was simply awesome. A very thorough, detail-oriented inspector, he reviewed the property we were purchasing very carefully. He took pictures of everything and provided a lot of great insight and recommendations. — A Google User
Chad was very prompt in scheduling our inspection. He was very clear in his explanation of findings and gave fair recommendations as to repairs. — A Google User
Chad is a great resource to have on your side as a buyer when needing to make decisions on such a large purchase. — A Google User
We have been working with Chad and Crossroads Home Inspections on investment properties for ourselves and our clients. He is very knowledgeable about the inspection process and his reports are very detailed. — A Google User
We hired Chad because of his reputation of good honest work. He came highly referred from a number of people. After seeing his work and report I saw why. Everything was very thorough and in great detail. — A Google User
Chad is an owner/operator and takes his time to find every detail about the home. We have used Chad and referred him to MANY people/family/friends. He is a great if you are moving to the Indianapolis area or you already live in the Indianapolis area and need a qualified Inspector! Thanks Chad! — A Google User
When making the biggest purchase of your life, you want to have the best, and that's why we contacted Chad of Crossroads Home Inspections. His services are second to none, and I have and would recommend him to family, friends, or anyone else looking to purchase a home. — A Google User