Inspect a Home

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Inspect a Home - A Tradition of Quality, A Dedication to Service

Inspect a Home was established in 2012 with a commitment to provide dedicated, comprehensive and prompt services. We have inspected over 2,000 structures without an insurance claim and service a wide range of clients including:

·       Home Buyers and Sellers

·       Investors

·       Realtors

With extensive, proven experience in the field, inspection services are provided for:

·       Condos

·       Townhomes

·       Single family

·       Multi-family structures

Each home inspection project includes thorough examination of:

·       Foundation

o   Inspected for evidence of settlement, cracking, and deterioration

·       Wood framing

o   Inspected for signs of damage or incorrect installation methods

·       Plumbing

o   Inspected for evidence of active leaks, corrosion, or substandard installation methods

·       Electrical

o   Inspected for potential safety hazards or upgrades, and inappropriate installation techniques

·       Heating and Cooling Systems

o   Inspected for life expectancy, proper operation and installation methods

·       Roofing

o   Inspected for damaged, deterioration, and areas prone to moisture intrusion

·       Attic

o   Inspected for signs of moisture intrusion, correct ventilation, and appropriate insulation

·       Crawlspace

o   Inspection of the foundation, plumbing, electrical, moisture damage, and wood framing damage

·       Water Heating Equipment

o   Inspected for life expectancy, proper operation and installation methods

·       Pool and Spa Systems

o   Inspected for cracking or deterioration at the body surface and inappropriate installation methods

·       Sprinkler Systems

o   Inspected for leaks, improper operation and installation techniques

Optional services such as consultation and re-inspection are offered as well. The consultation services are comprised of an evaluation and verbal reporting to the client as to the structure’s condition when no documentation is necessary. The re-inspection service reviews the initial inspection report to ensure that the specified repairs have been completed properly.

Upon the completion of the inspection the structure’s condition will be documented in a detailed electronic report with accompanying photographic illustrations. All deficiencies will be prioritized in accordance with a number of factors including safety major expense major repair minor repair maintenance concerns cosmetic concerns further evaluation and general comment.

Justin Murcia as the owner and primary home inspector for Inspect a Home brings with him over 20 years of versatile experience in the construction industry. He is a Licensed General Building Contractor with the Contractor’s States License Board and a Certified Home Inspector with the California Real Estate Inspection Association. He has multifaceted experience and education in all the areas of home inspection with a specialized expertise in inspecting retaining walls underground drainage systems door and window installations cabinetry decks wood-destroying organisms and moisture intrusion.  He holds an Associate’s Degree in Construction Technology and a Bachelor's Degree in Construction Project Management. He has inspected over 2000 structures with no insurance claims.

Inspect a Home is dedicated to protecting its valued clients through education and awareness. After discovering and prioritizing deficiencies clients are given the information to act with confidence and knowledge when it comes to the crucial decision of purchasing a property. Safety is of primary concern whether a property is to be purchased for residential or investment purposes. Safety is not only a matter of personal health wellness and security but also a financial concern as unsafe hazardous conditions often require costly repair. Safety concerns include seismic activity (damage to foundation) substandard installations materials deterioration lapsed maintenance or minor repairs that fail to address the root cause later to result in major costly damage.

At Inspect a Home our clients always have an experienced ally to guide them through a complex process with a professionalism and thoroughness that only comes with proven expertise and a dedication to the highest quality of work and service possible.