What is a building inspection ?

A building or home inspection is a visual and operational examination of the physical structure and systems of a house, condominium, or building. The inspection process evaluates and reports on the condition of the structural and mechanical components of the property. A typical home inspection includes the following items: • Foundations, Roofs & Gutters • Exterior Wall, Doors & Windows • Insulation, Attic, & Crawl Spaces • Porches, Decks, Sidewalks & Driveways • Plumbing & Fixtures • Heating & Cooling Systems • Major Appliances & Water Heater • Electric Fixtures, Switches & Receptacle • In addition to a regular home inspection and other inspections are availlable. Please see fee schedule. Our home inspections are done in accordance to the standards of Florida Association of Building Inspectors. A comprehensive narrative report will be issued to the client. Energy Ratings can also be conducted by our State Certified energy Inspector. A Class ONE Energy Rated Home may qualify for ...  more

What is a residential or commercial building Inspection? A building inspection is a professional, objective, visual examination of the condition of a residential or commercial property. Property buyers now entering the marketplace view inspections as a way to gain valuable information about the biggest purchase of their lifetime. It helps them to determine whether there are any major defects or system inadequacies at the time of purchase. In most cases, building inspections are performed after a sales contract, (conditional upon a satisfactory building inspection) has been accepted by the seller. The inspection can usually be arranged immediately to within a few days. The property buyer is typically encouraged to attend the inspection, so that he/she can see first hand the workings of the home. It also represents an excellent opportunity for the prospective buyer to ask questions about the home or to discuss potential changes. Building inspections are not intended to point out every ...  more

A building inspection is a professional, objective, visual examination of the condition of a residential or commercial property. Property buyers now entering the marketplace view inspections as a way to gain valuable information about the biggest purchase of their lifetime. It helps them to determine whether there are any major defects or system inadequacies at the time of purchase. In most cases, building inspections are performed after a sales contract, (conditional upon a satisfactory building inspection) has been accepted by the seller. The inspection can usually be arranged immediately to within a few days. The property buyer is typically encouraged to attend the inspection, so that he/she can see first hand the workings of the home. It also represents an excellent opportunity for the prospective buyer to ask questions about the home or to discuss potential changes. Building inspections are not intended to point out every small problem or defect in a home. Minor or cosmetic ...  more

There is no universally agreed-upon definition of a building inspection. However, a Criterium Engineers building inspection is a Professional Engineer's opinion of the current condition and future performance of the building's major systems (including the structure) based on visual evidence. The building inspection is performed in accordance with the standards of the National Academy of Building Inspection Engineers (NABIE).  more

A building inspection is a thorough visual non-invasive examination of the current physical conditions of a building's structure and it's operating components. It is designed to provide detailed information about the building's current condition.  more