Services
Our inspection method follows the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors Standards of Practice, which will assure you that you are receiving a comprehensive visual inspection of all the major structural and mechanical systems of your prospective home. Included in the home inspection will be a review of any concerns and issues that you have regarding the home. At the conclusion of the home inspection, we will discuss with you any issues with the home and how they may affect its safety and performance. There are no perfect homes, but there are always solutions to issues that may be discovered. We will point you in the right direction in order for you to be able to make the appropriate decisions for you and your family.
Residental Home Inspection
A Private Eye Property Inspection is an in-depth visual examination of the structure and major systems of the home. Your home inspection will take one to two hours, depending on the size of the home, to ensure that there are no post-purchase surprises. Our job as a home inspector is analogous to that of a general medical practitioner who finds something wrong with his patient, and then recommends a specialist if one is needed. If the home has issues that need to be handled prior to the sale, we will be able to let you know what needs to be done.
You will receive a comprehensive home inspection report that details the visible major or minor deficiencies of the home. Your report will provide information on any deficiencies and concerns, as well as include clear digital photos of the issues described.
My home inspection method follows the InterNACHI Standards of Practice, which will assure you that you are receiving a comprehensive visual inspection of all the major structural and mechanical systems of your prospective home.
Included in the home inspection will be a review of any concerns and issues that you have regarding the home. At the conclusion of the home inspection, I will discuss with you any issues with the home and how they may affect its safety and performance. There are no perfect homes, but there are always solutions to issues that may be discovered. I will point you in the right direction in order for you to be able to make the appropriate decisions for you and your family.
You will receive a comprehensive, easy-to-understand report that includes a detailed description of the home’s issues. The report will also include many photos with explanations that will help further define any issues or defects that may be present.
Once the inspection has ended, you can be assured that our relationship has not. I will be available to answer questions about your home and point you in the right direction to address any concerns you may have. You will receive emails periodically to remind you about home maintenance that will help you prevent expensive repairs in the future. I am dedicated to being your advocate for peace of mind in your home-buying process. I appreciate your allowing me to be a vital member of your home purchase team.
Your Home Inspection Includes:
- Roof, vents, flashings, and trim
- Gutters and downspouts
- Skylight, chimney, and other roof penetrations
- Eaves, soffit and fascia
- Grading and drainage
- Decks, stoops, porches, walkways and railings
- Basement, foundation and crawlspace
- Signs of water penetration and foundation movement
- Heating and cooling system
- Main water shut-off valves
- Water heating system
- Interior plumbing fixtures and faucets
- Drainage sump pumps with accessible floats
- Electrical service line and meter box
- Main disconnect and service amperage
- Electrical panels, breakers and fuses
- Grounding and bonding
- GFCIs and AFCIs
- Fireplace damper door and hearth
- Insulation and ventilation
- Garage doors, safety sensors, and openers
Seller Pre-Sale Inspection
Home inspections aren’t just for home buyers. Home sellers also gain peace of mind by investing in a thorough certified home inspection prior to putting a house up for sale. The last-minute discovery of problems by a prospective buyer can lead to time delays, added expenses and can even derail a deal altogether. Your best solution as a home seller is to have a thorough certified inspection done prior to putting the house on the market.
Reasons to Inspect Before Selling You Home:
- Proven to sell homes faster and for more money
- Highlight positive aspects of a home for added selling points
- Stand out among other properties due to professional reports
- Help to accurately price your home, reducing time on the market
- Prevent unexpected issues from delaying or derailing a sale
- Provide time to hire contractors for repairs or estimates
- Encourage buyer to waive inspection contingency
- Add professional documentation to the disclosure statements
Seller Pre-Sale Inspection
Home inspections aren’t just for home buyers. Home sellers also gain peace of mind by investing in a thorough certified home inspection prior to putting a house up for sale. The last-minute discovery of problems by a prospective buyer can lead to time delays, added expenses and can even derail a deal altogether. Your best solution as a home seller is to have a thorough certified inspection done prior to putting the house on the market.
Reasons to Inspect Before Selling You Home:
- Proven to sell homes faster and for more money
- Highlight positive aspects of a home for added selling points
- Stand out among other properties due to professional reports
- Help to accurately price your home, reducing time on the market
- Prevent unexpected issues from delaying or derailing a sale
- Provide time to hire contractors for repairs or estimates
- Encourage buyer to waive inspection contingency
- Add professional documentation to the disclosure statements
Sewer Camera Inspections
For homeowners in houses built more than 20 years ago, especially on lots with many trees, it is a good idea to have a video scan of the lateral sewer lines performed to ensure there are no issues or conditions that may cause future problems, and if your property has a lot of big trees, that video scan is worthwhile regardless of when your home was built.
The cost of a drain line repair can get expensive quickly. The cost and inconvenience of these repairs can escalate if driveways, landscaping or even sidewalks have to be torn out and replaced. Problems exist in new and old homes alike. Older homes can have issues due to the age of pipes and root systems. During new construction if the drain line trench was not properly back filled then run over with heavy equipment damage can occur.
Every buyer should consider a sewer scope to be an integral part of their due diligence. Without question, main drain line inspections should be performed on every house.
Our inspection includes:
- Video scan of the main drain line or “lateral”
- Accessing the main drain line from a standard cleanout
- A written report including the findings
- Pictures and videos, when needed to show detected issues
We do not include:
- Removing plumbing fixtures such as a toilet to access the drain
- Climbing on the roof to access drains
- Adding cleanouts to the drain or forcing or cutting off old cleanouts.
- Researching the issuance of permits
- Determining the adequacy of the drain
- Any repairs whatsoever
- Providing any quotations for repair
- Accessing, evaluating or operating sewer ejector pumps
- All other Limitations, Exceptions, Exclusions as set forth in the Inspection Agreement
Termite Inspection
Termite invasions create costly disasters in numerous Missouri homes. It’s crucial to discover them before the effects become catastrophic. A minor termite infestation may not produce significant damage if a professional quickly eradicates the insects.
Termite Inspection
Termite invasions create costly disasters in numerous Missouri homes. It’s crucial to discover them before the effects become catastrophic. A minor termite infestation may not produce significant damage if a professional quickly eradicates the insects.