The Home Inspection
Forest Edge Home Inspections takes pride in providing the most comprehensive and meticulous home inspections in Upstate New York. Our reports include photos of everything mentioned in the inspection and are detailed and worded for the average home buyer to understand. We take the time to explain the possible defects that a home may have and make sure you truly understand the is
sues at hand. When inspecting your home, there are hundreds of items that we inspect. Below are just a few of the many items included on your home inspection. What does a Home Inspection of the Structural components of the home consist of? Inspect the overall structure of the home including the footings, foundations, basement structural, joists, rafters, bearing walls, post and beam and overall structural condition of the home
What does a Home Inspection of the Exterior consist of? inspect and report on the condition of the flashing, siding, trim
all exterior soffits, fascia, steps, railings, porches, decks, balconies, guard rails, columns and all associated supports, posts, materials and framing members
Windows, trim, window plate, water tightness
surface drainage and vegetation
What does a Home Inspection of the Roof Components consist of? the roof covering (slate, asphalt, rubber, shingles, tile etc.) the gutters and drip edge
the Flashing, vents, Skylights
the roof pe*******ons, plumbing vents, chimney exterior, exhaust, skylights
the general structure of the roof
What does a Home inspection of the Basement, Foundation & Crawlspace consist of? the foundation, basement & crawlspace
visible structural components: Including load bearing walls, supports, rafters
and report the presence of water pe*******on or seepage, grading issues and identify wood in contact or near soil reporting condition of wood components in contact
report on foundation movement, shifting and bowing visible to the home inspector, including, but not limited to additional: shifting, doorway settling, cracks in sheet rock plaster, foundation walls including but not limited to poured concrete, cinder blocks, brick, slate etc. report on any excessive notching, cutting, boring and alteration of framing members that may indicate current or future structural issues
What does a Home Inspection of the Electrical system consist of? the connect/disconnecting the service main and associated components. identify amperage
breaker type
report on open slots, rust and overall condition of the panel
check grounding and bonding
electrical outlets, gfi, fixtures
report on nontraditional electrical material or methods
test a representative number of outlets
and report the absence of smoke detectors & CO2 Detectors &
Inspector the main service wire
What does a Home Inspection of the Heating System consist of? operate and observe the heating system, describe heating system and fuel type,
and report any components that are deficient or may be in need of repair
and report if the heating system or heating system components are not accessible
Inspect the system as a whole and report on maintenance issues
What does a Home Inspection of the Cooling System consist of? operate (If conditions allow) the cooling system and inspect for defects
and report any repairs that are needed or may be needed
Inspect accessible components and observe, report and document
What does a Home Inspection of the Plumbing System consist of? inspect and Identify water source
locate main shut off valve and inspect the condition. Inspect the water heater system as a whole including vents, energy source, connections, pressure relief valves, flue pipe connections, presence of drip legs, inspect presence of visible leaks, discharge areas
water-test tubs, showers, sinks and all water fixtures and inspect drainage. inspect the general drainage, waste stack and all associated components
inspect sump pumps and associated components. inspect and report on cosmetic components of kitchen and bathroom including but not limited to flooring, walls, ceiling and inspect for the presence of new or old leaks
What does a Home inspection of Doors, Windows and Interior & Misc. inspect doors, windows and interior coverings noting all defects
inspect all visible walls, steps, ceilings, floors, stairways, landings and railings noting any safety concerns or defects. inspect attached garage and all components including the garage door, reverse sensors, fire doors or lack thereof, rafters (exposed) sheathing of roof (if underlayment exposed)
