Each system of the home inspected will be broken down into its own category:
Structural, Exterior, Roof, Plumbing, Electrical, Air Conditioning
Interior, Kitchen, Bathrooms, Garage and Carports
All reports also include a General Overview that is a condensed version of the defects noted.
Defects found during this inspection are reported in three categories:
Safety Hazard - indicates a defect with a component or system which should be repaired or replaced immediately. An appropriate trades person should be contacted for further evaluation and repairs.
Repairs Recommended - indicates an item that is not functioning properly and repairs are recommended to ensure proper operation and safety of a component or system. An appropriate trades person should be contacted for further evaluation and repairs.
Maintenance Concern or Safety Upgrade - indicates an item that is considered a typical maintenance item or an item that does not meet current building safety standards and attention to this item is recommended to ensure proper operation, longevity and safety of a component or system.
A forth category “Further Evaluation Recommended” is the recommendation to obtain further information from the seller regarding important time lines and permit information of a particular issue noted.