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The goal of a home inspection is to give the client a much better understanding of the physical condition of the structure than would otherwise be known. To achieve this an inspector conducts a visual inspection of the home and its systems.
Typical homes take 2-3 hours to inspect. When the client arrives the inspector often presents a pre-inspection agreement to be signed followed by payment. A good inspector then gives the client an overview of the inspection process and invites the client to accompany him.
Though the order may vary the inspector should at least visually inspect the following:
- interior (non-cosmetic)
- foundation / basement
- framing / structure
- roof / attic
- chimney
- kitchen / appliances / laundry bathrooms
- plumbing system
- electrical system
- heating system
- air conditioning system
- garage
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