Home inspections

 

A home inspection is a service conducted to assess the condition of a home or property. Its primary goal is to identify the property’s weaknesses or areas that need attention. Through this service, homebuyers will have an idea of any problems with the home.

The home inspection covers structural elements such as safety, function, and structure including the foundation, basement, walls, doors, windows, ceiling, attic, roof, and the major systems, including the electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems. The home inspector will look for health and safety hazards and the current conditions of the home. The inspection report, videos, and photos conclude the inspection process, where the findings and recommendations are addressed.

Our inspections are performed according to certain specifications. Through the inspection report, videos and photos, a buyer can determine if all requirements and expected requirements are met. With the help of our licensed, certified and highly-trained home inspector, a buyer will have the knowledge of what needs to be fixed or repaired on the property they are about to buy.

What’s Inspected During A Home Inspection

A typical inspection includes:

  • Water heating systems

  • Interior plumbing fixtures and faucets

  • Electrical panels, breakers, and fuses

  • Grounding and bonding

  • Fireplace damper door and hearth

  • Insulation and ventilation

  • Garage doors, safety sensors, and openers

  • Electronic report with photos delivered by the internet

  • Video created of all components of property provided by the internet

  • Roof, vents, flashing, and trim

  • Gutters and downspouts

  • Skylight, chimney, and other roof penetrations

  • Decks, steps, porches, walkways, and railings

  • Grading and drainage

  • Basement, foundations, and crawlspace

  • Water penetration and foundation movement

  • Heating systems

  • Cooling systems

  • Main water shut off valves

 

Buss Inspection Services, Inc. is your Premier Chicago IL Home Inspection Company.

You’ll get an Experienced Team that inspects properties of all ages, sizes, and types and will alert you to any health, safety, or maintenance issues of the property you’re looking to buy.

Our goal is to make the inspection process go as smoothly as possible. We do this by providing a clear, concise, and easy-to-understand inspection report. This report will contain videos, photos, and a summary page, which is emailed to you within 24-hours of the inspection. Our thorough and knowledgeable inspectors are a great wealth of information and will make sure you always fully understand the scope of your inspection and the findings.

Buss Inspection Services, Inc. will be your home buying or selling advocate! We are committed to providing you with outstanding service, and we follow high standards and give top-notch customer service. We’re highly experienced and extremely thorough. If you’re looking to buy or sell in Chicago, IL, or the surrounding areas, we can help!