Common Problems Identified in a Home Inspection

At Harrison Home Inspections an average house inspection takes approx 2-4 hours involving hands on, walk on, and crawl on and under using technical investigation tools:

• Moisture Detectors
• Gas Detection
• Electrical Testers
• Digital Camera
• Binoculars (augments visual identification)
• Infrared Thermometer
• Ladders
• Water Pressure Gauge

In the course of our inspection we may discover the following common problems:

• Roofing issues such and worn shingles, blocked gutters, deteriorated roofs
• Structural issues such as cracked foundations and support problems
• Electrical issues such as old knob and tube, unsafe wiring, overloaded circuits
• Heating, cooling and ventilation issues
• Moisture issues
• Drainage issues such as foundation leaks, drainage tile blockage
• Plumbing issues such as worn piping and leaks