Inspection Services

Standards of Practice for Inspections

Kline Home Inspections adheres to the ASHI Standards of practice during all inspection services to ensure the quality and industry guidelines of all services performed.

Included Inspection Structures and Components

Exterior of a house seen while performing home inspection services

Site

  • Building perimeter, land grade, and water drainage directly next to the foundation
  • Trees and vegetation that adversely affect the structure
  • Walks, grade steps, driveways, patios, and retaining walls contiguous with the structure

Foundation

  • Foundation walls, first-floor systems, other support, and sub-structure components, stairs
  • Ventilation, grade slab, and/or floor slab

Exterior

  • Visible structural components
  • Wall covering, trim, and protective coating
  • Windows and doors
  • Attached porches, decks, steps, balconies, handrails, guardrails, and carports

Roof coverings, flashings, gutters, downspouts, and roof ventilation

  • Roof covering material
  • Rain gutter and downspout system
  • Visible portions of roof flashings
  • Roof ventilation
  • Roof soffits and fascias
  • Roof skylights and other roof accessories

Roof structure, attic, and insulation

  • Roof framing, sheathing, and decking
  • Attic insulation

Electrical

  • Entrance of the primary service from masthead to the main panel; main and sub-panels, including feeders
  • Branch circuits, connected devices, and lighting fixtures

Attached garage(s)/carport(s)

  • Exterior and interior walls and ceilings, floors, windows, doors, roof, and foundation.
  • Electrical system and components
  • Plumbing system and components
  • Heating systems or units

Plumbing

  • Visible water supply lines
  • Visible waste/soil and vent lines
  • Fixtures and faucets
  • Domestic hot water system and fuel source

Central Heating

  • Fuel source
  • Heating equipment
  • Heating distribution
  • Operating controls
  • Flue pipes, chimneys, and venting
  • Auxiliary heating units

Central Air Conditioning

  • Cooling equipment
  • Cooling distribution
  • Operating controls

Interior walls, ceilings, floors, windows, and doors

  • Steps, stairways, balconies, railings
  • Fireplaces
  • Electric outlets and fixtures
  • Plumbing fixtures and components
  • Heating and cooling distribution
KHI completing Home Inspection Services

Types of Properties Inspected

Homes

Apartments

Condominiums / Townhomes

Light/Heavy Commercial Buildings

Our Inspection Services

Buyer's Home Inspection Services

Buyer’s Inspections

The importance of fully knowing about a home and its structures, components, and appliances before purchasing is gigantic. With our buyer’s inspection, we will examine all your home’s readily accessible features and then compile an easy-to-read online report. Arm yourself with information and make sure you know what you need to know before you need to know it!  

 

Pre-Listing/Seller's Home Inspection Services

Pre-listing / Seller’s Inspection

It’s best to do your due diligence as a seller and have your home thoroughly inspected before placing it on the market. With a full report, you can decide what to repair or replace and what to disclose to the sellers. This honest and up-to-date information will help show buyers your transparent and genuine intent to do everything to make sure the house is ready for their families.

 

New Construction Inspection Services

New Construction

Having an Inspection performed for a newly constructed home is crucial. Builders and subcontractors often have a lot on their plate and can miss significant items that could cost labor, time, and high energy bills.  A certified Home Inspector can make an accurate assessment of the new construction, ensuring that systems and components are installed correctly and operational.

New Construction Phase Inspection Services

New Construction Phase Inspection

A New Construction Phase Inspection happens throughout the entire construction process. Several inspections are performed during critical aspects of the build. These phase inspections allow us to ensure everything is being done to industry standards before moving on to the next phase. Let us help ensure your next building project runs smoothly.

 

Commercial Buildings/ Property Inspection Services

Commercial Buildings/Property inspections

Before purchasing a small business location, strip mall, or warehouse, it is prudent to ensure the property is worth your investment. A qualified inspector will examine the entire building and inform you of any needed repairs or potential defects that could cost valuable time and money.

 

Loan Draw Home Inspection Services

Loan draw Inspections

We will compare work completed at the building site against the provided construction timeline. The report helps determine if the work items and materials for the build are needed and that the construction is on the projected timeline. These regular inspections allow the bank to release funds as the construction progresses.

 

11 Month/Builders Warranty Inspection Services

11 Month\Builders Warranty Inspection

Builders usually provide a year-long warranty after completing construction. This inspection is performed just before that warranty expires, so you don’t pay for any major issues or needed repairs after the warranty has expired.

 

Home Maintenance Inspection Services

Home Maintenance Inspections

A Home Maintenance Inspection suits any homeowner wanting to maintain the value and good constitution of their home and property. Following the Inspector’s comprehensive report, the homeowner will know what steps to take in order to protect and grow their home’s value. This Inspection is incredibly helpful when protecting your investment.
Re-Inspection Services

Re-Inspections

A Re-Inspection takes place after the first inspection is completed and repairs have been made. The Inspector will check everything that was reported has been properly addressed, replaced, or repaired.

 

Water Testing Services

Water Testing

There are different types of water testing. Be sure to specify what time you need. The Inspector will take samples of your home’s water supply and send them to a lab for analysis. Depending on the test taken, the results can show any contaminants or radon in your home’s water.

 

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