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AML Home Inspections
Goes beyond the Standards
Our Professional Home Inspections include:
*Structural- Foundation, Beams, Joists, Posts and Columns, Bearing Walls, etc.
* Exterior- Walks, Drives, Grading, Drainage, Siding, Decks, Steps, Railings, Electrical, Windows, Entry Doors, Garage Doors- Safety Sensors and openers etc.
* Roof System- Roof Covering, Eaves, Soffit, Fascia, Flashings, Sheathing, Overhangs, Skylights, Gutter/Downspout System, Ventilation, etc.
* Plumbing System- Water Supply Source, Main Shut off Valve, Piping, Drains, Vents, Water Heating System, Fixtures, Faucets, etc.
* Electrical System- Electrical Service Supply, Meter, Main Panel, Main Disconnect, Service Amperage, Sub Panels, Shutoffs, Wiring System, Grounds, Bonding, Breakers, Fuses, GFCI’s & AFCI’s, etc.
* Heating/AC System- Inspect Unit Type, Approx Age, Supply, Controls, Maintenance, Efficiency, Operation, etc.
* Interior- Inspect Windows, Doors, Walls, Floors, etc, for signs of structural or leak damage, Attic Access, Attic construction,
* Appliances- Stove, Oven, Dishwasher, Trash Compactor, Disposal operation
* Insulation/Ventilation- Inspect Accessible Insulation and Ventilation Throughout Premises.
* Smoke Detectors- Location & Operation
* Fireplaces and Solid wood burning Devices- Visually Inspect Systems for Defects and Maintenance.
At AML Home Inspections will investigate visible and readily accessible interior and exterior areas of the property. We will identify and determine the current condition of approximately 1500 different system components in the average house, including, but not limited to:
Major Systems and Components
Foundations
Monolithic Slabs-On-Grade
Post-Tension Slabs-On-Grade
Poured Slabs-On-Grade
Pier and Beam
Driveway condition and Drainage
Walkways condition and Drainage
Attached porches
Walk-Out Basement Configuration
Full Basement Configuration
Crawl Spaces
Basements
Lot Drainage
Swale Configuration
French Drains
Ravine, Creek, Lake Lot Configurations
Retaining Walls and Drains
Roof Covering Type, Installation and Condition
Roof Flashings
Skylights
Gutters and Downspouts
Roof Structure
Attics
Attic Walkway
Roof Framing
Roof Bracing
Roof Decking
Attic Insulation
Attic Ventilation
Attic Stair Units
Exterior Walls
Brick and Stone Veneer
Weep hole Placement
Lintel Placement and Condition
Siding Installation and Condition
Exterior Paint Condition
Exterior Sealant Placement and Condition
Water Penetration & Damage
Interior Walls
Drywall Condition
Paneling Condition
Windowsill Condition
Stairs and Railings
Tread/Riser Sizing Ratio
Rail Height and Opening Requirements
Ceiling Condition
Floors
Tile Floor Condition
Vinyl Floor Condition
Wood Floor Condition
Laminate Floor Condition
Doors
Door Condition
Door Operation
Door Hardware Condition
Door Fire Rating
Door Emergency Egress Requirements
Door Weather stripping and Condition
Garage Overhead Door Condition
Overhead Door Hardware Condition
Overhead Door Opener Condition
Opener Safety Device Requirements
Windows
Window Condition
Window Operation
Window Hardware Condition
Window Thermal Pane Condition
Window Emergency Egress Requirements
Window Screen Condition
Decks
Deck Condition
Deck Handrails
Deck Balusters
Deck Steps
Driveways
Sidewalks
Patios
Balconies
Balcony Condition
Balcony Surface Drainage
Balcony Flashing
Plumbing Systems
Supply Water Flow Control location
Plumbing Fixture Condition and Operation
Shower Stall Condition
Shower Door Condition and Operation
Water Heaters
Water Heater Type, Sizing, Installation and Condition
Electrical Systems
Service Entrance Type, Sizing and Condition
Main Distribution Panel Type and Condition
Circuit Breaker Type, Sizing and Condition
Arc-Fault Circuit Protection Devices
Ground-Fault Circuit Protection Devices
Sub-Panel Type and Condition
Receptacle Condition and Function
Lighting Fixture Condition and Function
Fireplaces
Masonry Firebox and Condition
Metal Firebox and Condition
Flue Presence and Operation
Chimney Cap and Screen Condition
Gas Log Starter Condition
Chimney Fire Blocking
Chimney Fresh Air Inlets
Central Heating Equipment
Furnace Type, Sizing, Installation and Condition
Air Conditioners
A/C type, Sizing, Installation and Condition
Air Distribution Duct Installation and Condition
Built-In Appliances
Oven Type, Installation, Condition and Function
Range Type, Installation, Condition and Function
Cook top Type, Installation, Condition and Function
Dishwasher Installation, Condition and Function
Disposer Type, Installation, Condition and Function
Exhaust Fan Installation, Condition and Function
Bathroom Heater Installation, Condition and Function
Gas Leak Tests- Accessible areas
Window and Door Contact Condition and Operation
Detached Buildings (Optional))
NOTE: Inspection of the systems listed above requires that they be both present and readily accessible at the time of the inspection. Portions of some systems will be obscured, inaccessible and unable to be inspected by design. Only those systems and their components required to be inspected in accordance with NACHI’s Standards of Practice
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