HouseMaster Home Inspections Serving Blue Ridge PA

For Blue Ridge, PA, roof inspections, we inspect visible roof covering materials (shingles), flashings at roof penetrations and valleys, skylights, chimneys, gutters, and downspouts. We assess the condition of these elements for proper function, looking for evidence of leakage or worn, damaged, or missing components.

When we inspect exterior elements, we check the visible siding and trim, windows, doors, garages, porches, decks, stairs, and railings. We also assess proper construction and function, looking for damage, missing components, or other conditions that might lead to infiltration or functional concerns.

For the interior portion of the home inspection in Blue Ridge, PA, and surrounding neighborhoods, we inspect visible areas of all walls, ceilings, stairways, representative windows and doors, and attic areas. We look for signs of leakage, damage, sagging, or other structural concerns. We will operate windows to determine function. In accessible attics, besides assessing structural components, we note insulation and ventilation conditions.

Along with inspecting visible load-bearing framing components, foundation walls, slabs, piers and columns, and major structural components, we assess visible, accessible structural components for function and the presence of damage, decay, or defects. We also look for water penetration in below-grade areas to complete the foundation inspection in Blue Ridge, PA, or surrounding communities.

Kitchen inspections in the Blue Ridge area include checking plumbing fixtures and built-in appliances for water pressure or drainage issues, visible signs of leaks, and the basic operational modes of the appliances and ventilators. We also look at cabinets and countertops for significant deficiencies to complete the kitchen portion of the home inspection.

When you schedule a property inspection in Blue Ridge, PA, and nearby areas, we'll examine the heating and cooling system. We’ll inspect the visible components of the central AC or heat pump system, including condensers, air handlers, and the distribution ductwork. We then operate the system to assess the function and condition of the accessible indoor/outdoor components. The distribution system is also assessed.

We inspect visible service panel components and household wiring and devices. To provide the most thorough home inspection in Blue Ridge, PA, and surrounding regions, we also assess the condition of readily accessible panel components, note the presence of GFCIs, AFCIs, and smoke alarms, and check the operation of representative outlets, switches, fixtures, and other devices.

HouseMaster inspects visible water supply piping, distribution piping, waste system piping, water heaters, and plumbing fixtures. We also assess heating components and inspect the physical condition of piping, kitchen, and bathroom fixtures (tubs, showers, toilets). We operate to assess flow, drainage, and leakage.