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WHAT IS A HOME INSPECTION?

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A home inspection is a visual examination and documentation of a home's visible structural elements, major systems and components.  

Horizon Home Inspectors follows the ASHI Standards of Practice (American Society of Home Inspectors) as well as the NACHI Standards of Practice (InterNATIONAL Association of Certified Home Inspectors).

The major systems and components of the home inspection include:

• Electrical (service components, switches, lights, outlets, etc..)
• Plumbing (supply pipe & systems, waste pipe and systems, valves, sinks, toilets, tubs/showers, water heaters, etc..)
• Heating Ventilation & Air Conditioning systems (documentation and testing)
• Conveying appliances (documentation and testing)

The home inspection also includes a visual examination of the structural elements of the property including:

• the foundation (including crawlspaces)
• the roof (including attics)
• the type and condition of the visible structure and construction materials (siding, roofing, foundation, doors, windows, walls, ceilings, flooring)

  Horizon Home Inspectors Sample Inspection Report

WHO BENEFITS FROM A HOME INSPECTION?

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BUYERS - To understand the condition of a property they intend to purchase.

SELLERS - Prevent costly surprises down the road when a buyer hires their own inspector.

OWNERS - A great tool for general maintenance. Finding small problems now prevents bigger problems later.

NEW CONSTRUCTION - An inspection before the final walkthrough helps establish a detailed punchlist to ensure your new home is finished well and functioning properly before you move in.

1 YEAR BUILDER'S WARRANTY - Are you satisfied with construction of your new home? Home builders typically provide a warranty against construction defects for the first 12 months. The warranty inspection is often the last chance to get the full attention of the builder. Horizon Home Inspectors will coordinate with the homeowner to compile a thorough list of defects to present to the builder.