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Cape Cod Building Inspectors - Building & Home Inspections

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Home inspections usually include a thorough inspection of the following areas/systems:

Exterior Condition of the roof surface Exterior chimney Exterior siding Exterior trim Exposed gutters and downspouts Foundations and sills Yard drainage and landscape Basement entrance Window wells Exterior outlets and lighting Any evidence of wood destroying insects Ground pitch (making sure it is away from the home) Exterior and interior of garage, decks, porches, walkways and driveways Retaining walls	Basement Accessible foundation and floor Crawl area and ventilation Windows Load bearing girders Support columns Sill, sub floor and floor joists Interior chimney Bulkhead/walkout Check for evidence of wood destroying insects Inspect for water penetration, past or present	Heating Fire grade sheetrock Emergency shut off Exposed flue and damper from heat plant Burner/Gun Fire box liner Asbestos like material Boiler Circulator pump Zone valve and pipes Furnace, circulator fan and filter Duct work (in basement) Thermostats Fuel Tank
Attic Access to attic Structural supports Roof backings Ceiling joist Flashing Insulation (visible attic only) Ventilation Whole house fan Evidence of water penetration	Cooling Compressor Evaporator unit Service line Condenser drain Temperature at service line Electric disconnect Compressor slab	Electrical Accessible wiring Service panel box Fuses and circuit breakers Service panel box Junction box covers Switch plate covers
Plumbing Supply and waste systems Visual condition of accessible feed lines and connectors within structure Visual condition of accessible waste lines/connections within structure Main vent stack Accessible well equipment Laundry tub Washer/dryer connections Hot water heater Interior sewer ejector pump	Interior Doors Fireplace/wood stove Stairway and handrail Halls Skylight Bathroom and all fixtures including tile/fiberglass Kitchen and all fixtures Appliances: stove, garbage disposal, dishwasher Ceilings, windows, walls, floors, doors, electrical outlets, heat sources in every room	Garage Structural inspection of accessible foundation, floor, walls and sills Complete inspection of doors including (operation) electric opener Fume barrier and fire door Fire grade sheetrock Roof Check for evidence of wood destroying insects

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