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Home Inspection

A home inspection is a process where we discover what your prospective homes’ systems are and what condition they are in. It is an opportunity for homebuyers to ask questions about the home from a neutral and unbiased home inspector professional. My responsibility is only to you! Look at the ASHI Client Bill of Rights for a complete list.

What are we looking for?

Essentially we first want to identify what the house is made of – literally. Then we will tell you what we found. We identify significant issues, technically called material defects, and then put them in perspective for you. We will also identify issues that can improve the comfort or safety of the property but are items you can think of as upgrades in the future. The end product of our inspection is a clear and concise document rich with photographs and illustrations identifying the issues in an online report and PDF that you can download.

What’s a Material Defect?

A material defect is a significant issue with a system or a component that may impact the property’s value or could be an unreasonable risk to people.

What specifically will we be looking at?

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Exterior Surfaces and Components

  • Siding
  • Exposed Foundation
  • Trim
  • Fascia
  • Soffits
  • Door Bell
  • Entry Doors
  • Patio or Deck Doors
  • Exterior Lights
  • Roof Door Entry
  • Exterior Windows
  • Exterior Electric Outlets
  • Exterior Crawlspace Entry
  • Exterior Plumbing

Roof

  • Shingles
  • Flashing
  • Valleys
  • Skylights
  • Roof Access
  • Plumbing Vents
  • Gutters and Leaders
  • Downspouts and Extensions
  • Roof Deck
  • Antenna / Satellite Dish
  • Chimney
  • Flue/Flue Cap

Garage

  • Garage Vehicle Doors and Opening
  • Door Operation
  • Door Opener
  • Garage Windows
  • House Entry Doors
  • Storage Loft
  • Garage Stairs/Railings
  • Utility Closet
  • Exterior Doors
  • Exterior Surface
  • Roof
  • Roof Structure
  • Gutters/Downspouts
  • Ceiling
  • Walls
  • Floor/Foundation
  • Electrical
  • Plumbing

Kitchen

  • Stove/Oven
  • Ventilation Method
  • Disposal
  • Dishwasher
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Plumbing, Sink, and Fixtures
  • Electrical
  • Lighting
  • Cabinets and Countertops
  • Floors
  • Windows
  • Walls
  • Ceilings
  • Doors
  • Closet/Pantry
  • HVAC Source

Living Space

  • Closets
  • Ceilings
  • Walls
  • Floors
  • Wet Bars/Sinks
  • Windows
  • Doors
  • Electrical
  • Lighting
  • Stairs
  • HVAC Source

Fireplace/Wood Stove

  • Type
  • Fireplace Insert
  • Firebox
  • Flue
  • Damper
  • Hearth

Bathroom

  • Closet
  • Ceilings
  • Walls
  • Floor
  • Door
  • Windows
  • Electrical
  • Lighting
  • Sinks and Cabinets
  • Faucets/Trap
  • Toilet
  • Bathtub/Spa
  • Bathtub/Shower Surround
  • Bathroom Ventilation
  • HVAC Source

Basement

  • Closet
  • Ceilings
  • Walls
  • Floor
  • Door
  • Windows
  • Electrical
  • Lighting
  • HVAC Source
  • Floor Drain
  • Vapor Barrier
  • Insulation
  • Basement Stairs/Railings
  • Ventilation
  • Sump Pump
  • Wet Bar
  • Moisture Conditions
  • Secondary Exit

Laundry Room/Area

  • Closet
  • Ceilings
  • Walls
  • Floor
  • Door
  • Windows
  • Electrical
  • Lighting
  • HVAC Source
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Gas Line/Dryer
  • Laundry Tub or Tray
  • Drain/Washer
  • Washer Hoses
  • Hoses Bibs
  • Vent/Dryer
  • Catch Pan/Washer
  • Electrical
  • HVAC Source

Structure

  • Structure Type
  • Foundation
  • Beams
  • Bearing Walls
  • Joists/Trusses
  • Piers/Posts
  • Floor/Slab

Electrical

  • Service Equipment
  • Branch Circuits
  • Main Panel
  • Sub Panel
  • Breakers
  • Outlets

Heating System

  • Type
  • Draft Control
  • Blower Fan and Filtration System
  • Distribution Systems
  • Flue
  • Thermostats
  • Fuel Tank
  • Humidifier

Air Conditioning

  • Type
  • Operation
  • Condensate Removal
  • Exterior Units
  • Refrigerant Lines
  • Electrical Disconnect
  • Cooling Distribution Systems

Plumbing

  • Service Line
  • Water Lines
  • Drain Pipes and Service Caps
  • Vent Pipes
  • Gas Service Lines
  • Water Heater
  • Electrical Disconnect – Water Heaters
  • Sewage Ejector Pumps

Attic

  • Roof Framing and Sheathing
  • Attic and Roof Cavity Ventilation
  • Attic Insulation
  • Bathroom Fan Venting
  • Fan/attic
  • Fan/house
  • Wiring/Lighting
  • Walls
  • Floors
  • Ceilings
  • Windows
  • Stairs
  • HVAC Source
  • Chimney

Crawl Space

  • Crawl Space Access
  • Vapor and Moisture Barrier
  • Crawl Space Ventilation
  • Posts and Footings
  • Insulation
  • Electrical
  • Moisture Conditions

Please read the NJ Standard of Practice for a complete description of everything a home inspection includes.

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Optimal Home Inspections
2600 John F Kennedy Blvd
Jersey City, NJ 07306
North Jersey - Hudson County
(551) 261-1264

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East Brunswick, NJ 08816
Central Jersey - Middlesex County
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Licenses

NJ Home Inspector License Number: 24GI00176700

Certified Radon Measurement Technician: MET13906

Termite Inspector – Commercial Pesticide Applicator License Number: 61282B

Lead-Safe Certified Firm NAT-F238931-1

Associations

American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI)
Garden State Chapter American Society of Home Inspectors
International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI)
NJ International Association of Certified Home Inspectors

Our Service Area

I inspect homes in Bergin, Essex, Hudson, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Passaic, Somerset, and Union Counties. I inspect anywhere in New Jersey, but the counties listed here are where I work most.

Opening Hours

Monday 8 AM – 9 PM
Tuesday 8 AM – 9 PM
Wednesday 8 AM – 9 PM
Thursday 8 AM – 9 PM
Friday 8 AM – 9 PM
Saturday 8 AM – 9 PM
Sunday 8 AM – 9 PM

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