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Priority One Inspections
4225 Curve Rd.
Freeland, MI 48623
989.695.6004

Why Get an Inspection?

Buying a home may be the largest investment you ever make. A thorough inspection will help you understand exactly what you are buying. Although a house may look new and attractive, it may be structurally unsound, unsafe, or wearing down. Homes also contain many internal systems that need to be replaced periodically, and a home inspection will alert you of what needs to be fixed, and when.

Home inspection is so important that some states require an inspection before a home sale can be closed. In fact, the Federal Housing Administration (FHA) has considered making home inspections mandatory nationwide. A Priority One inspection not only accurately conveys the value of your investment, it also warns you about any potential safety hazards.

What Does an Inspection Include?

All Priority One home inspections include a thorough physical inspection of the structure from the roof to the foundation, inside and out, including:
  1. Roof for structural soundness, water penetration, and expected life span.
  2. Siding for structural soundness.
  3. Foundation for structural soundness and water penetration.
  4. Insulation to determine type and amount.
  5. Ventilation to determine type and adequacy.
  6. Floors, Walls, and Ceilings for structural soundness.
  7. Windows and Doors for weather-stripping and ease of operation.
  8. Interior Electrical System for safety compliance and adequacy.
  9. Water Heater for expected life span and overall operation.
  10. Central Heating System for expected life span and overall operation.
  11. Central Cooling System for expected life span and adequacy.
Most inspections take approximately three to four hours. During this time, I will note any conditions which are likely to adversely affect the operation of a system, and indicate what will be necessary to fix it.

How Will I Know the Condition of the Home?

At the time of the inspection, you will receive a preliminary report, which briefly describes the condition of the major components of the house. Soon after, you will be given a formal, printed report that elaborates on the condition of the various components of the house. It will describe the extent of any and all problems and will also indicate recommended action to correct the problem. This comprehensive report is concise and easy to understand, with diagrams to clarify the findings.