A homeowner should
feel comfortable and safe with their home. A thorough
understanding of how the house works can be gained with the help of
a certified home inspector. Whether you are buying, selling,
or are an existing homeowner, a home inspection can provide you
with the opportunity to familiarize yourself with the ins and
outs of your house.
Inspector John took
these pictures during a routine home inspection. You can
see why most of us will never see the dark depths of our crawl
spaces without the aid of a professional. When buying a home
we usually don't think to look in these areas, but it is as
important to have inspected as the rest of the house.
This chimney is a perfect example
of the importance of a home inspection. From the ground
everything may look fine, but from BHI's perspective we can see
that the chimney is missing it's crown. Without a
crown all the wrong parts are exposed to outdoor
elements. This requires immediate attention to prevent
further damage. Had no inspection been performed, the new
homeowners could have had an unpleasant surprise.
Inside this attic a
bird nest was found. For safety and health reasons it is
extremely important to have a professional remove the nesting
materials. Having any type of animal or insect
intrusion into a home can cause a possible health
concern.
It can be difficult to know for
sure whether there may or may not be trouble spots with a
roof unless someone takes a look. For your safety, an
experienced inspector should be considered to tackle this
job.
When all the conditions are just right, even a shingled roof top can support the needs of fungi.
