Helping Families Establish a Home in Our Community

Our home inspector will walk on all roofs when it is safe and conditions permit.

• The roof covering, noting missing shingles and signs of wear
• Flashings, valleys, skylights, vents and other roof penetrations
• Gutters, downspouts and overhangs
• Any visible structural problems (sagging roof, etc.)

Our Nashville home inspector will check a representative number of windows.

• Doors and windows, weather stripping, caulking, cracks, fogging
• Vegetation surrounding the house
• Siding, flashing, and trim
• Condition of decks, stoops, stairs, porches, and railings
• Exterior siding, brick or insulated finishing systems(Eifs,) including paints, stains, and sealant
• Driveway, sidewalks, retaining walls adjacent to the home
• Grading around the house
• Surface drainage, retaining walls, or signs of soil erosion

• Structural condition of attic bracing
• Ventilation and insulation
• Visible roof leaks or stains caused by leakage
• Signs of mold or mildew
• Structural, Basement, and Crawl Space Inspection
• Active water penetration in basement or crawlspace
• Grading near exposed wood framing and siding
• Signs of settling
• Cutting, notching, and boring of framing members that may present safety concerns

Describes the energy source and heating method

• Overflow pan and condition of condensation drain
• Overall visible condition of ductwork
• Visible condition and type of heating system
• Thermostat operation
• Presence and condition of accessible filter
• Temperature difference from air exiting registers
• Recommendation on service of HVAC equipment by a technician that offers their implied warranty

Our home inspector will test a representative number of receptacles, switches, and light fixtures.

• Service line cables and main disconnect and report on conditions
• Meter box connection and faults
• Proper grounding and bonding
• Panel, service size, and condition (including breakers and fuses)
• Visible wiring and connectors
• Inspection of a representative number of outlets for function and polarity
• Ground-fault circuit interrupters function
• Inspection of a representative number of switches and light fixtures
• Presence of solid conductor aluminum branch circuit wiring
• Smoke detection units

• Operation of doors, screens, and sliding doors
• Windows with visible moisture intrusion, evidence of broken seals, or in need of repair
• Walls, ceilings, floors, and shelving in closets
• Signs of moisture intrusion, excessive condensation, or visible mold or mildew
• Working condition of appliances
• Moisture problems, caulking, and cabinets in kitchens and bathrooms
• Abnormalities in flooring, tile, and carpets
• Operation of garage door and safety sensors

• Operation of damper in the fireplace, if accessible and operable
• Hearth extension and other permanently installed components
• Visible areas in need of repair in firebox
• Fireplace clearance from combustible materials
• Chimney, flue cap, crown, and flashing
• Cracking or other structural issues in chimney bricks
• Signs of deteriorating mortar
• Professional chimney sweep recommendations for inspection of creosote buildup