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                                    THE HO E I  PECTIO





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     Structural
     Inspectors look at specific areas of the house to determine the integrit  of the essential internal and
     e ternal structural components. Inspectors are not structural engineers, but can identif   isual
     defects and areas requiring immediate repairs.

     Electrical
     Do all the outlets  ork? Does the house use fuses or is there a breaker bo ? Are there an  signs of
     fra ing  ires?

     Plumbing

     Are there an  leaks or anno ing drips? Are all the mechanical s stems and fi tures  orking properl ?

     Built-in Appliances
     Are the  functioning properl ?

     Safet  Ha ards
     Inspectors are not en ironmental specialists, but the  can identif  a number of safet  ha ards and
     dangerous conditions.

     Miscellaneous
     Some areas that ma  or ma  not be included in the standard home inspection are septic s stems,
     roofs, drainage,  ood decks, patios, or other e terior structures.

     Normall  Not Included
     Termite, radon, lead paint, air qualit , mold, insulation, geological or land subsidence sur e s, and en ironmental
     or pollution inspections should be completed separatel  for  our o n protection.
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