Home Inspection:
The House Authority offers full and partial home inspections for
new and older homes. The standard home inspection takes
approximately 3 to 4 hours to complete, depending on the condition of the
property. This is a visual inspection of all the components of the
property and home. The House Authority Inspection Service, LLC meets or
exceeds ASHI & NAHI's Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics.
We give you a non-biased opinion of the property. We work directly
for our clients, there are no third parties involved unless authorized by the
client.
Pool & Spa Inspections: The House
Authority performs Pool & Spa Inspections. We evaluate all of the systems
from the filters, pumps, coping, electrical to the plumbing.
We comply with the FL Suncoast ASHI Pool and Spa Standards of
practice. This inspection is thorough and very informative.
New Construction Inspections: The House
Authority offers new construction inspections for houses in
the process of being built. This inspection is usually a 3 phase
inspection which consists of;
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Phase I - Slab Inspection (before concrete is
poured)
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Phase II - Framing Inspection (before insulation and
sheetrock/drywall installed)
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Phase III - Final Inspection (Full Home Inspection)
The phases can be added or deleted based on the preference of
the client. New construction inspections help eliminate current and
future problems with new homes.
Final Walk Through: The House Authority is
pleased to do a final walk through with you to ensure the house is in good
condition after the sellers moved out. The inspection is designed to
catch any new problems that were not there or visible at the time of the full
home inspection. Accident happen during the moving process it pays to
make sure everything is correct prior to your closing.
Home
Re-Inspections: As a result
of most full home inspections, lists of items or defects are asked to be
repaired or corrected from the buyer. The home re-inspection is a verification of repairs to be
determined corrected in the proper way. This inspection is brief but
important to confirm proper repairs before the closing.
Home Preventive Maintenance/Safety Inspections: This inspection is designed to detect any and
all items that need preventive
maintenance, repairs and or safety issues. The inspection
is to help you prolong the life of your major components such as
the Siding, Appliances, A/C Heating Systems, HW Heater, and Roof
etc. This is recommended every 3-5 years for newer homes and 2-3 years
for older homes. By prolonging the life of your major components you save
money in the long run.
New Home Warranty Inspections: This is a full home inspection for homes at the end of the one year
warranty. This inspection is designed to find any and all defects so they
can be corrected prior to the warranty expiration. One of the benefits of
this inspection is the builder corrects the defects so you don't have to in the
future. It only makes sense to have the builder pay for the repairs. You
end up saving money in the long run.
Pre-Listing Inspections: No more
surprises, this inspection identifies any and all defects that should be
corrected prior to listing or putting a house on the market for sale. We
can do full or partial home
inspection that will help you
save money or make more money upon selling your home. No surprise after
the contract is signed when the home inspector comes into the house for the
buyer. Once the contract is signed you now know it is a done deal.
Roof Inspections: This inspection is to
determine the condition and approximate life expectancy of the roof. You
receive a non biased opinion prior to any roofing contractors seeing your roof.
In most cases repairs can correct any problems prior to replacing a roof.
Electrical Inspections: The House Authority has a licensed
electrician on staff to perform Electrical Inspections. This inspection
identifies safety and defective issues along with estimating age. Electricity
is hazardous when not in good repair or in safe condition. Fires are a
direct result of amateur repairs or upgrades
What We Inspect:
Roofs, Foundations, Structure, Exteriors, Interiors, HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Appliances, Bathrooms, Kitchens, Attics, Garages, Windows, Heat Pumps, Heating Systems, Insulation, Crawl Spaces, Grounds, Pools, Spas and much more.
Other Services We Provide:
Litigation, Permit Research, Wind Mitigation, Moisture Investigation, Thermal Imaging, IAQ Testing, Mold Assessments
