Real Estate Inspection
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713-829-7732 (A+) BBB Rating
with optional 'INFRARED' Thermal Imaging
Home Inspections in Houston, Spring, The Woodlands, Kingwood, Atascocita, Katy, Cypress, Tomball, etc...
Houston, TX 77001
ph: 713-829-7732
Rodney
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The 'Home Inspection Process' Explained
REI-Specialist utilizes a rigorous Detailed Checkpoint Process on EVERY home I inspect. This ensures that each of the following areas are thoroughly inspected:
PLEASE SEE the bottom of this page for a link to my custom document:
(The 'Detailed Version' of The Home Inspection Process)
Home 'Structural' Systems:
-Foundation
-Grading and Drainage
-Roof Covering
-Roof Structure & Attic
(ventilation & insulation)-Walls (Interior & Exterior)
-Ceilings, Floors and
Stairways-Windows and Doors
-Fireplace and Chimney
-Attached Porches,
Decks and Carports Real Estate Inspection Specialist Equipment:
-Technidea Pro-2000 Professional Gas Level to Verify the Foundation
-Moisture Meter tools for wall, ceiling and wood testing
-'INFRARED' Flir Thermal Imaging Camera (optional) for detection of:
(Moisture Intrusion, Missing Insulation, Ductwork Leaks)**NOTE: The U.S. Department of Energy now recommends that an INFRARED Thermal Imaging Scan be done before purchasing a Home, even on New Homes.
**Inspection Equipment by (Flir, Fluke, Technidea, Ryobi, Zircon, and Swanson)
When you are looking for a Home Inspector, ask him the following?:
-Do you physically 'get up on' the roof, to check shingles, flashings, chimney etc..?
-Do you use a (Structural Engineer quality) $900 Gas Level to check the foundation?
-Do you physically go in the attic, and NOT JUST the small landing area?
-Do you offer INFRARED Thermal Imaging Services? -OR- 'only' Visual Inspections...Well, speaking of 'Roof Walking' guess whose SUV that is way down there... MINE...
Photo taken from the top of a 2-story 3800 sq. ft. house in Atascocita. (click to zoom)
-I walk the roof of every home where it is possible to safely access.
(CLICK HERE) to see 'Actual Photos' I took
of Serious Roof and Related Issues that can 'ONLY'
be Detected by Physically 'Walking' the RoofHome 'Electrical' Systems:
-Service Entrance and Panels (breaker box)
-Branch Circuits (household electrical systems)
(Receptacles, Switches, Fixtures, etc...)
-GFCI (Ground Fault) Receptacles ('Anti-Shock' Safety Protection)
-AFCI (Arc-Fault) Breakers ('Anti-Fire' Safety Protection)
-'Centrally Wired' Smoke Alarms (at all required locations)
Real Estate Specialist performs:
-GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) testing (at 'every' GFCI receptacle)
-AFCI (ARC Fault Circuit Interrupter) testing (at 'every' AFCI breaker)**Electrical Test Equipment and Meters by (Fluke, GE and Greenlee)
When you are looking for a Home Inspector, ask him the following?:
-Do you remove the 'dead front' off the Breaker Box and iedntify an average of 3-5 issues
the 'so-called' Electrician messed up? (Even on 'brand new' homes)Home Heating, Air Conditioning, and Ventilation:
-Heating Equipment (Gas, Heat Pump, or Electric)
-Cooling Equipment (Conventional or Heat Pump)
-Vents and Duct System
-Supply and Return Registers
(A/C Equipment OPERATIONAL TESTS)
Cooling Systems and Heating Systems
(with continuing education in advanced HVAC training)Real Estate Inspection Specialist (HVAC Test Procedures):
-HVAC Cooling 'Laser Thermometer Testing' to measure
'exact temperature differentials' to determe precise equipment performance.
-I physically 'remove' the side of traditional Gas Furcaces 'while in operation' to
visually inspect the inside, burners, flame condition, and for other issues.
(ask how many other inspectors do 'that' !!)**HVAC Analysis Equipment by (Fluke)
When you are looking for a Home Inspector, ask him the following?:
-Do you take the side off traditional gas furnaces 'while in operation' to check flame
color, burners, operation and overall condition etc.. when necessary?
-Do you (even know how) to take Cooling System 'Delta-T' readings across
the Evaporator Coil in the attic?Home 'Plumbing' System:
-Water Service and Supply System
-Fixtures (faucets)
-Drains, Wastes, and Vents
-Water Heaters
-Hydro-Massage Therapy Equip. (Whirlpool Tubs)
Real Estate Inspection Specialist performs:
-Full tests of 'every' faucet, sink, tub, shower, commode and drain.
-Custom Tile Shower pan '15-minute leak test'.
-Full Operation 20-minute test of Whirlpool Tub Equipment.Home 'Appliances' (built-in):
-Ranges, Ovens, Cook Tops, Installed Microwaves
-Dishwasher, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Exhaust Vent Hoods
-Bathroom Heaters, Exhaust Fans, Dryer VentsNOTE: Outdoor Cooking Equipment inspected at NO Additional Cost
Real Estate Inspection Specialist performs:
-Extensive 'Full Operation' tests of each and every Kitchen Appliance.Optional Inspections:
-Infrared Thermal Imaging
-Exterior Sprinkler Systems
-Detached Sheds, Outbuildings
-If Requested by my client, I can arrange:
-WDI (Wood Destroying Insect) 'Termite' Inspections
-Pool and Spa Inspections
-Septic System and Water Well Inspections
-Mold Inspection and Mold Testing
The 'Detailed List' of Home Inspection Items
WELL, believe it or not, 'everything you saw above' is 'ONLY A SUMMARY' of the Home Inspection Process. YES, Only a SUMMARY.
For the ACTUAL DETAILED VERSION of the process, click on the green link below: Go through the document and look at either 'all of it', or specifically the sections that are 'of the greatest interest to you'.
* 'Detailed Version' of The Home Inspection Process: (Click Link)
Please remember what I have said on previous pages about MY
Meticulous Inspection Process. One can wonder, "How many inspectors do all this??"
WELL, I can't comment about the other guys, but I CAN PROMISE YOU THAT 'I DO'.
That is why 'my inspections' take more time than many inspector's 'rush jobs'.NOW, you will find 'this' even HARDER TO BELIEVE, BUT my actual Inspection Process is even MORE DETAILED than what is in this document.
(Believe me, 'My Inspections' are a Lot of HARD WORK)
Trust me, YOU WILL get your money's worth FROM ME.AND, as I mentioned previously, a 'very good chance'
that I can actually 'SAVE' YOU MONEY!!CALL ME, and ask how!!!
Absolutely the BEST Home Inspector Home Inspections in Spring, The Woodlands, Conroe, Houston, Kingwood, Atascocita, Cypress, Katy and Tomball Texas
Thank you again for your Confidence and Trust in
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Specialist
"A Leader" in
Home Inspections.
Absolutely the BEST Home Inspector Home Inspections in Spring, The Woodlands, Conroe, Houston, Kingwood, Atascocita, Cypress, Katy and Tomball Texas
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Attached Garage Fire Hazards
by Nick Gromicko and Kenton Shepard
The purpose of this article is twofold. First, at InterNACHI, we’d like you to take measures to keep your garage free from fire. Fortunately, there are ways this can be done, some of which are described below. Secondly, garage fires do happen, and we’d like you to make sure that a fire cannot not easily spread to the rest of your house. While you can perform many of the recommendations in this article yourself, it is a good idea to hire an InterNACHI inspector to make sure your home is safe from a garage fire.
Why do many garages pose a fire hazard?
Where are you most likely to do any welding, or any work on your car? These activities require working with all sorts of flammable materials.
Water heaters and boilers are usually stored in garages, and they can create sparks that may ignite fumes or fluids. Car batteries, too, will spark under certain conditions.
Oil and gasoline can drip from cars. These fluids may collect unnoticed and eventually ignite, given the proper conditions.
Flammable liquids, such as gasoline, motor oil and paint are commonly stored in garages. Some other examples are brake fluid, varnish, paint thinner and lighter fluid.
The following tips can help prevent garage fires and their spread:
If the garage allows access to the attic, make sure a hatch covers this access.
The walls and ceiling should be fire-rated. Unfortunately, it will be difficult for untrained homeowners to tell if their walls are Type X fire-rated gypsum. An InterNACHI inspector can examine the walls and ceiling to make sure they are adequate fire barriers.
The floor should be clear of clutter. Loose papers, matches, oily rags, and other potentially flammable items are extremely dangerous if they are strewn about the garage floor.
Use light bulbs with the proper wattage, and do not overload electrical outlets.
Tape down all cords and wires so they are not twisted or accidentally yanked.
If there is a door that connects the garage to the living area, consider the following:
Do not install a pet door in the door! Flames can more easily spread into the living area through a pet door, especially if it’s made of plastic.
Does the door have a window? An InterNACHI inspector can inspect the window to tell if it's fire-rated.
The door should be self-closing. While it may be inconvenient, especially while carrying groceries into the house from the car, doors should be self-closing. You never know when a fire will happen, and it would be unfortunate to accidentally leave the door open while a fire is starting in the garage.
Check the joints and open spaces around the door. Are they tightly sealed? Any openings at all can allow dangerous fumes, such as carbon monoxide or gasoline vapor, to enter the living area. An InterNACHI inspector can recommend ways to seal the door so that fumes cannot enter the living area.
Concerning items placed on the floor, you should check for the following:
Store your flammable liquids in clearly labeled, self-closing containers, and only in small amounts. Keep them away from heaters, appliances, pilot lights and other sources of heat or flame.
Never store propane tanks indoors. If they catch fire, they can explode. Propane tanks are sturdy enough to be stored outdoors.
In summary, there are plenty of things that you can do to prevent garage fires from spreading to the rest of the house, or to keep them from starting in the first place. However, it is highly recommended that you have your garage periodically examined by an InterNACHI inspector.
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