The following list is a set of guidelines that will make an inspection go more smoothly.
For Home Inspections
- Make sure all utilities, water, electric, & gas are on and all pilot lights are lit.
- Write notes to the inspector about any special concerns such as pets, locking up the home, thermostat settings, or repairs or replacements that may already have been made or planned.
- Make sure all rooms / areas of the home, garage, and outbuildings can be unlocked so the inspector can get into them.
- Move any boxes or storage to allow for a clear view of the walls, especially in basements & garages.
- Replace any light bulbs that aren’t working.
- Arrange items under sinks to allow for adequate inspection of the plumbing and the floor of the cabinet.
- Arrange items under sinks to allow for adequate inspection of the plumbing and the floor of the cabinet.
- If present, the inspector will be running the dishwasher through a full wash cycle. Feel free to add soap if the dishes need to be washed.
- Make sure the inspector has access to the attic, water heaters, electrical panels, furnaces, air conditioners, sump pumps, etc.
- Fireplaces / Wood stoves: Make sure old ashes are cleaned out to allow for inspection.
For Well Inspections
- Prepare all the documents containing information about the well, including previous maintenance records.
- Make sure the surrounding area is clean of any obstructions.
For Radon Inspections
- Keep the doors and windows of the home closed for up to 12 hours prior to testing.
- HVAC systems can be operated as usual.
- Don’t operate fireplaces, humidifiers, ceiling fans, or attic fans.
For Sewer Scope Inspections
- It would be preferable for someone to be present for the Sewer Scope Inspection but it is not necessary.
- If you won’t be present for the inspection, you need to communicate access details such as gate code to our inspectors.
- Running water and electricity are required for inspections. If utilities are unavailable, then let us know before the inspection.
- Make sure the area around the mainline access point is free from clutter, boxes, or any other obstructions.
- Children and pets should be preferably in another area.
For Mold Inspections
- Don’t try to clean or paint the area prior to inspection.
- Similar to cleaning, avoid extra efforts to ventilate the house, which can throw off the reading.
- Power off any humidifiers or air purifiers.
