Whether you’re buying or selling your home, I’m here to help ensure a smooth transaction. And if you’ve been in your home a while, be proactive and schedule a Humble Home Checkup to potentially catch small issues before they become expensive headaches!
Purchasing a new home? You’re going to want an inspection. A trained eye can spot things you may miss. I’ll help you feel confident in your home buying process. Any problems discovered during the inspection could allow you to renegotiate to offset costs of repairs – potentially saving you thousands of dollars! Who doesn’t like saving money?
View DetailsSelling your home? Listing inspections are becoming very popular! Have me inspect your home and show potential buyers that your house is a great buy! If your home needs some attention, you can save time and money by addressing it now versus when the buyer lowers their asking price to have it done anyway! It’s a win-win!
View DetailsUnique to the industry is the Humble Home Checkup. If you’ve been in your home for a few years, you may not notice potential small issues that could turn into BIG problems. Something as simple as a downspout incorrectly connected can damage the foundation costing you thousands of dollars in repairs! I’ll do a complete checkup of your home; this one inspection could save you big time! Plus, potential safety issues you might not see, that I do, could be huge lifesavers! Literally!
View DetailsCheck faucets and showers, looking for visible leaks as well as testing for functional drainage and flow. Identify the types of pipes used, if visible. Identify the location of the main water shutoff valve.
Identify the types of wiring, testing accessible electrical receptacles including GFCIs, inspect the electrical panel if safe to do so for safety issues and fire hazards.
Report on the condition and age, if possible, of the furnace and air conditioner and recommend any repairs or maintenance.
Report on the condition and potential age of the water heater and check for proper installation of water lines and any vent pipes
Check for proper ventilation. A poorly ventilated dryer exhaust can be a serious fire hazard.
Checking for fire alarms as well as carbon monoxide detectors, ensuring that firewalls are present between garages and living areas as well as checking fireplaces for potential issues.
Check for visible leaks, properly secured toilets, proper ventilation to prevent moisture related issues, and more.
If possible, check for structural damage and proper ventilation. Also check insulation and ensure that nothing is ventilated directly into the attic, such as the bathroom.
Check for damaged or missing siding, cracks, and excessive soil contact which can be an invitation for pests.
Check for possible foundation failure, indicated by cracks or settling.
Check to ensure that the ground slopes away from the house, which prevents water from entering the house or causing damage to the foundation.
If accessible and visible, check for roof damage or poor installation that may allow for water penetration as well as checking the condition of the gutters.
Test the garage door for proper functionality, check for proper ventilation to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning, and check for risks of explosion from ignition sources too close to the floor.
Do you have unanswered questions? Or are you ready to schedule your inspection? Either way, I look forward to hearing from you.
Humble Home Inspection provides professional home inspection services in Southeast Wisconsin from my hometown of Waukesha and extending to Brookfield, West Bend, Oconomowoc, Mukwonago, Muskego, New Berlin, Dousman, Delafield, Sussex, Watertown, Johnson Creek, and surrounding areas. Not sure if I’m in your area? Give me a call at (262) 424-1706 or send me an email.