Certified Home Inspections

Home Inspections for the Triangle covering all of RTP, Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Cary, Morrisville, Apex, Carrboro, Wake Forest, Fuquay Varina, Garner, Holly Springs, Knightdale, PIttsboro, New Hill, Clayton, Wendell, Rolesville, Zebulon and more

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Certified Home Inspections

Our comprehensive home inspection is an intensive visual examination of all accessible components and systems. Accessible roofs will be walked; all accessible areas of the crawlspace and attic will be entered. A report of approximately 30-50 pages with full color photos of all areas of concern will be prepared. Most reports will be available the same evening, always with 24 hours emailed directly to you.

Here’s what is included in our Certified Home Inspection:

The inspection of the structure includes:

  • Foundation
  • Floors
  • Walls
  • Columns or piers
  • Ceilings
  • Roofs

The inspection report will provide descriptions of the:

  • Foundation
  • Floor structure
  • Wall structure
  • Columns or piers
  • Ceiling structure
  • Roof structure

During the inspection process the home inspector will:

  • Perform at his highest level to uncover the defects and concerns present with the home to help you make an informed decision.
  • Enter under floor crawl spaces, basements, and attic spaces except when access is obstructed, when entry could damage the property, or when dangerous or adverse situations are suspected
  • Probe structural components where deterioration is suspected
  • Report the methods used to inspect under floor crawl spaces and attics
  • Report signs of abnormal or harmful water penetration into the building or signs of abnormal or harmful condensation on building components.

See the NCHILB SOP for a complete list of what is and what is not included in a home inspection.

The inspection of the exterior includes:

  • Wall cladding, flashings and trim
  • Entryway doors and a representative number
  • Garage door operators
  • Decks, balconies, stoops, steps, area ways, porches and appurtenant railings
  • Eaves, soffits and fascias
  • Driveways, patios, walkways and retaining walls
  • Vegetation, grading and drainage with respect only to their effect on the condition of the building

The inspection report will provide information and descriptions of the:

  • Wall claddings
  • Types of garage doors
  • Driveway material
  • The method used to test any automatic garage doors and whether or not they reversed when met with resistance when closing

During the inspection process the home inspector will:

  • Perform at his highest level to uncover the defects and concerns present with the home to help you make an informed decision.
  • Probe exterior wood components where deterioration is suspected
  • Operate all entryway doors
  • Operate all garage doors either manually or with the installed controls

It is important to understand that there are several things that are not included in a home inspection, some of the most common items we are often asked about are:

Detached buildings and sheds, screens, fences, recreational facilities including spas, saunas, hot tubs and swimming pools.

See the NCHILB SOP for a complete list of what is and what is not included in a home inspection.

The inspection of the roof includes:

  • Roof coverings
  • Roof drainage systems
  • Visible flashings
  • Skylights, chimneys and roof penetrations
  • Signs of leaks or abnormal condensation on building components

The inspection report will provide information and descriptions of the:

  • Type of roof covering materials
  • The method that the inspector used to inspect the roofing

During the inspection process the home inspector will:

  • Perform at his highest level to uncover the defects and concerns present with the home to help you make an informed decision.

It is important for you in the limitations of the roof inspection. The home inspector is not required to walk on the roof. A wet roof has a very uniform appearance disguising visible defects. The home inspector is not required to report on the age of the roof covering or predict its remaining life. These limitations apply to all home inspectors licensed in the state of North Carolina.

See the NCHILB SOP for a complete list of what is and what is not included in a home inspection.

The inspection of the plumbing system includes:

  • Interior water supply and distribution system, including: piping materials, supports and insulation; fixtures and faucets; functional flow; leaks and cross connections
  • Interior drain, waste, and vent system, including: traps; drain, waste, and vent piping; piping supports and pipe insulation; leaks; and functional drainage
  • Hot water systems including: water heating equipment; normal operating controls; automatic safety controls, chimneys, flues, and vents
  • Fuel storage and distribution systems including: interior fuel storage equipment, supply piping, venting, supports and leaks
  • Sump pumps

The inspection report will provide information about descriptions of the:

  • Water supply and distribution piping materials
  • Drain, waste, and vent piping materials
  • Water heating equipment, including fuel or power source, storage capacity or tankless point of use demand systems and the location of the equipment
  • The location and a description of the main water supply shutoff

During the inspection process the home inspector will:

  • Perform at his highest level to uncover the defects and concerns present with the home to help you make an informed decision.
  • Operate all plumbing fixtures, including their faucets and all exterior faucets attached to the house, except where the flow end of the faucet is connected to an appliance

It is important to understand that there are several things that are NOT included in a home inspection, some of the most common items we are often asked about are:

Water filters or water softeners, bathroom spas such as whirlpool or jetted tubs which are inspected only for functional flow and drainage, swimming pools or hot tubs, septic or waste disposal systems, irrigation systems

See the NCHILB SOP for a complete list of what is and what is not included in a home inspection.

The inspection of the electrical system includes:

  • Electrical service equipment, grounding equipment, main over current device, and interiors of panel board enclosures unless unsafe conditions are reported
  • The operation of a representative number of installed ceiling fans, lighting fixtures, switches, and receptacles located inside the house, garage and on the exterior walls
  • The polarity and grounding of all receptacles within six feet of interior plumbing fixtures, and all receptacles in the garage or carport, and on the exterior of inspected structures
  • The operation of ground fault circuit interrupters
  • Smoke detectors and installed carbon monoxide alarms

The inspection report will provide information about and descriptions of the:

  • Electrical service amperage and voltage
  • Electrical service entry conductor materials
  • The electrical service type as being overhead or underground
  • The location of main and distribution panels
  • The presence of any readily accessible single strand aluminum branch circuit wiring
  • The presence or absence of smoke detectors and installed carbon monoxide alarms in any homes with fireplaces, fuel fired appliances or attached garages

During the inspection process the home inspector will:

  • Perform at his highest level to uncover the defects and concerns present with the home to help you make an informed decision.
  • Remove the covers from all electrical panels to inspect the internal condition of the panels and their wiring.
  • Use a plug-in tester to inspect all GFCI receptacles at the interior and exterior of  the home and a representative number of receptacles in the living areas.

It is important to understand that there are several things that are NOT included in a home inspection, some of the most common items we are often asked about are:

Low voltage systems such as security systems, telephone, cable TV, intercoms or built-in vacuums, backup generators, automotive charging systems

See the NCHILB SOP for a complete list of what is and what is not included in a home inspection.

The inspection of the heating and cooling systems  includes:

  • The visible exterior and interior portions of the equipment.
  • The basic operation of the thermostats
  • Chimneys, flues and vents where visible
  • Gas, electric or solid fuel fireplaces
  • The distribution systems including the visible fans, pumps, ducts and piping

The inspection report will provide information about and descriptions of the:

  • The type of heating and cooling equipment and the fuel sources
  • The type of distribution system (if applicable)
  • The methods that was used to inspect the systems

During the inspection process the home inspector will:

  • Perform at his highest level to uncover the defects and concerns present with the home to help you make an informed decision.
  • Operate either the heating or cooling equipment depending on which is seasonally appropriate at the time of the inspection
  • Open readily accessible panels provided by the manufacturer or installer for routine home owner maintenance.
  • Take temperature readings to verify the operation of the system being inspected

See the NCHILB SOP for a complete list of what is and what is not included in a home inspection.

The inspection of the interior includes:

  • Walls, ceiling and floors
  • Steps, stairways, balconies and railings
  • Counters and a representative number of built-in cabinets
  • A representative number of doors and windows

During the inspection process the home inspector will:

  • Perform at his highest level to uncover the defects and concerns present with the home to help you make an informed decision.

The inspection of the interior DOES NOT include:

  • Cosmetic concerns
  • Paint, wallpaper or other ceiling or wall finishes
  • Flooring, including the condition of the hardwood floors, carpets, vinyl, laminate or other floor coverings are not inspected or reported on in a home inspection.
  • Window blinds, shutters draperies or other window treatments

See the NCHILB SOP for a complete list of what is and what is not included in a home inspection.

The inspection of the insulation and ventilation includes:

  • The visible insulation and vapor retarders in the unfinished spaces
  • The ventilation of attics and foundation areas
  • Kitchen, bathroom and laundry venting systems
  • The operation of readily accessible attic ventilation fans

The inspection report will provide information about and descriptions of the:

  • Types of insulation
  • The absence of any insulation between unfinished and conditioned spaces

See the NCHILB SOP for a complete list of what is and what is not included in a home inspection.

The inspection of the built-in kitchen appliances includes:

  • The dishwasher will be run through a complete cycle
  • The basic operation of the range, oven, cook-top and microwave
  • Garbage disposals, ventilation equipment and trash compactor will be operated

During the inspection process the home inspector will:

  • Perform at his highest level to uncover the defects and concerns present with the home to help you make an informed decision.

The inspection of the appliances in the home DOES NOT include:

  • Any refrigeration or freezer equipment, built in or otherwise
  • Laundry washing machines or dryers

See the NCHILB SOP for a complete list of what is and what is not included in a home inspection.

Click here to see a SAMPLE REPORT

Pre-Drywall Inspection

There is nothing more frustrating than having to tear down a wall in your brand new home because you discover that there is a structural issue after the builders have left. Our pre-drywall inspections provide an inspection of the rough framing before the home is insulated or drywalled so that you, the buyer, have eyes on it….our eyes. We can identify a wide variety of issues with the structure, plumbing, electrical, and other systems in this phase of the building process. A Certified Pre-Drywall Inspection can protect you against shoddy work and unintentional mistakes ~ because even the best builders make mistakes.

Builders Warranty Inspection

You’ve heard it before: “It broke just as soon as the warranty expired!” If anything, a Warranty Inspection holds builders, installers, suppliers, and manufacturers liable for their work and products. The few-hundred dollars you pay for a warranty inspection could very-well save you from having to hand-over thousands (or tens-of-thousands) of dollars for future repairs and new systems that were improperly installed or damaged and never caught by the builder or municipal inspectors.

Sellers Pre-Listing Inspection

Getting your existing home ready for sale is stressful enough, the last thing you need is a sudden surprise when your home is under contract and the buyer’s home inspector uncovers some hidden problems that you had no idea existed. It could cause you to panic and be forced to overspend on repairs in order to get it fixed quick to meet the closing deadline or worse yet – the buyer backs out and cancels the deal.  A Certified Pre-Listing Inspection will help avoid any last minute trouble that could jeopardize the sale.

We want to be your Inspector For Life

Your first inspection with Triangle Inspection Group is just the beginning, we provide top notch support for your home by providing ongoing inspections to ensure your home stays safe, in great shape and free of termites.

Annual or seasonal inspections of your home, closed crawlspace inspections, post storm inspections, annual termite inspections as well as termite treatments with a full warranty against reinfestation.

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