HouseMaster Home Inspections of Charlotte, Belmont, Stanley, NC a
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HOUSEMASTER HOME INSPECTIONS.

SERVING CHARLOTTE, BELMONT, STANLEY, NC

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Trust the tens of thousands of homeowners, just like you, that have given us nothing but 4 and 5-star reviews. HouseMaster inspectors are comprehensively trained and tested annually to meet the industry standards of inspection, reporting, and customer service. We consistently deliver the best home inspection experience possible. It?s easy to see why our customers and the professionals that represent them trust HouseMaster. Proudly serving the people of Charlotte, Gastonia, Belmont, Davidson, Matthews, Mount Holly and their neighboring communities.

MARK CRAWFORD

NC/SC INSPECTOR

<p>I&rsquo;ve worked as a building/construction superintendent for 10 years and have been a licensed home inspector with HouseMaster in North Carolina and South Carolina for the past 10 years. My wife and I have been married 25 years and have 3 sons. My responsibility as a husband and a father is something I take very seriously. I enjoy time with friends and family, playing golf, fishing and an occasional hike. I&rsquo;m also active in my church. I take my responsibility to my clients very seriously and take great pride in providing a thorough inspection so they can make informed decisions on their purchase.</p>
DAVE BIGGERSTAFF

NC/SC INSPECTOR

<p>I have been a licensed home inspector since 2014 and have worked exclusively for HouseMaster ever since. I always like to tell the story of how I got into this business. When my daughter bought her first house, she booked an inspection with HouseMaster, and Butch Upton was scheduled to do it. My daughter asked me to go, which of course I did. Butch and I immediately hit it off, and, long story short, before long I was in training to get my license. Having been a licensed home builder in Texas and a construction manager for a couple of big home builders in Charlotte, my route to licensure was not too tough. I like to tell all my clients that I remember how little I really knew then about home inspections, and now I think &ldquo;What would I want my daughter to know about this house?&rdquo;, and that&rsquo;s what I try to pass on to them every single inspection I do. I find inspecting to be extremely gratifying, particularly for young individuals and couples who are first time home buyers. Most of my working life has been involved with construction and related work. I was a custom home builder as well as a licensed real estate broker in Texas for 10 years, then a senior construction manager in Charlotte for about 15 years. I also have owned and operated a high end custom cabinet and furniture business. Butch and I are currently partners in PatchMaster Charlotte, a successful drywall repair business. I have a BS degree from Virginia Tech in Industrial Arts Education, and I&rsquo;m a Vietnam era veteran of the US Army, having attained the rank of Captain.&nbsp;</p> <div>&nbsp;</div> <div>In my spare time, I enjoy bass fishing, and spending time with my family, including 6 grandchildren.&nbsp;</div>
CHRIS SINGLETON

NC INSPECTOR

<p>NC Home Inspector</p>
BUTCH UPTON

OWNER/ INSPECTOR

<p>My beautiful wife Kathy and I are the Owners of Charlotte HouseMaster Franchise for over 23 years, I served on the North Carolina Home Inspector Board for 8 years. Enjoy my profession because its a way of helping people with their home and its very satisfying. We are also currently owners of PatchMaster for the Charlotte area. I have performed 7500+ inspections, certified as a 203K consultant, voted affliate of the year by the GAR 2015/16, Certified Master Inspector, ESS Certified Mold/Mildew Assessor, EDS Certified Stucco Inspector, Certifed NC Septic Inspector, Licensed Home Insp for NC &amp; SC.</p>
TARA DUMAS

OFFICE MANAGER/MARKETING DIRECTOR

<p>I have been with HouseMaster Charlotte for 6 years!&nbsp; I was a teacher for 10 years in Charlotte before changing careers to owning&nbsp;a Classic Car Restoration business with my husband.&nbsp; When I am not working I am a Jiujitsu and Soccer mom!&nbsp; Most weekends you will find my husband, 3 kids,&nbsp;and I camping!&nbsp;</p> <p>My goal is to provide the best experience to all clients and agents in thier home purchase and help anyone in the best way I can!</p>
TIMOTHY KNUTSON

NC/SC HOME INSPECTOR

<p>NC/SC Home Inspector</p>
Friendly, knowledgeable and all around a great experience!

– Grant & Megan C
Waxhaw, NC

David Biggerstaff, our Inspector, was phenomenal. He was very thorough and took the time to walk us through everything that he found. He also went through every picture and explained in detail what we were looking at and how severe the issues were. He was a pleasure to work with and I felt extremely satisfied when we received the report.

– Lindsay S.
Charlotte, NC

The responded to my request quickly and they were very thorough during their inspection. This is my first home buying experience and they made it easy for me.

– Geraldine C.
Monroe, NC

Very thorough and helpful inspection. Derek took the time to explain the inspection and answer questions about the home (even for items that were not relevant to home inspection).

– Breanne F.
Charlotte, NC

Well documented report made me feel comfortable with my new home purchase. I have used HouseMaster inspections in the past and have been very pleased.

– Zachary F.
Dallas, NC

Derek is always on-time, thorough, and provides excellent customer service to my buyers. They love the binder he provides to them as well.

– Niveditha S.
Charlotte, NC

The inspector took the necessary time to inspect the property, and he was able to communicate simply as he shared his findings with me. I felt more at peace when he was finished with his report. He also went the extra mile to explain some ways to keep the house in good order should I purchase. Being a first time home owner, this was great support to have. Extremely professional, thorough, and helpful.

– Justin H.
Monroe, NC

We had a very positive experience with Robert. He provided a thorough report and spent time walking through his findings with us, as well as answering additional questions we had (where is the water shut-off valve, etc.). We appreciated his willingness to take time to answer our questions so thoroughly and walk around the home pointing to show provide additional details about his findings.

– Laura & Jared P.
Charlotte, NC

Butch and Christian were very thorough and treated my like family. They took their time inspecting my future home and answering all my questions. They were fantastic to work with.

– Rick M.
Indian Trail, NC

My firm has previously worked with HouseMaster and I am very pleased with your company overall!

– Erica K.
Charlotte, NC

Housemaster was able to schedule an impromptu appointment. john was very professional and explained things in lamens terms. I felt the issues found were the result of a very thorough inspection. I felt comfortable with the findings and how important they were or were not due to his explanations of how things worked properly. I will definitely recommend house masters to our friends and family. Thank you!

– Jennifer C.
Kings Mountain, NC

Great customer service and feedback. I love using HouseMaster because they treat my clients with care and Dave Biggerstaff is wonderful about answering client questions and on providing information. Thanks!

– Lee and Yeshiva D.
Charlotte, NC

Chris S. was our inspector- he was patient, thorough and knowledgeable. He was a great communicator before, during and after!I called him prior to the inspection to inform him my clients would likely have additional questions after the summary portion - he not only answered all their questions but put their minds at ease with confidence.Highly recommend!

– Amy C.
Charlotte, NC

We purchased a home in Charlotte, NC (we live in Ohio). The inspection was performed by Chris. He not only did the inspection on the scheduled date, he promptly emailed the results and called us to discuss any concerns. We never had that kind of service from a home inspector before. We will definitely use HouseMaster again and tell our new neighbors and friends.

– Ruth M.
Charlotte, NC

Love having HouseMaster inspect homes for my buyer clients. Mark Crawford is thorough and communicates well with both the agent and buyers.

– Katherine N
Belmont, NC

My experience was wonderful starting from first speaking to Tara and then the actual inspection which was done by Derek! I would recommend HouseMaster to anyone seeking a home inspection.

– Lo L
Charlotte, NC

INSPECTION SERVICES

ROOFING
EXTERIOR ELEMENTS
INTERIOR ELEMENTS
FOUNDATION AND SUBSTRUCTURE
KITCHEN
HEATING SYSTEM
COOLING SYSTEM
ELECTRICAL
PLUMBING
ROOFING

What 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. Watch us in action!

EXTERIOR ELEMENTS

Here is what we inspect: Visible siding and trim, windows, doors, garages, porches, decks, stairs, and railings. We assess the elements for proper construction and function; looking for damage, missing components or other conditions that might lead to infiltration or functional concerns. Watch us in action!

INTERIOR ELEMENTS

What we inspect: visible areas of all walls, ceilings, stairways, representative windows and doors, and attic areas for signs of leakage and damage, sagging or other structural concerns. Windows will be operated to determine function. In accessible attics, besides assessing structural components, we will note insulation and ventilation conditions. Watch us in action!

FOUNDATION AND SUBSTRUCTURE

What we inspect: Visible load-bearing framing components, foundation walls, slabs, piers and columns and major structural components. Visible, accessible structural components will be assessed for function and presence of damage, decay or defects. We look for water penetration at below grade areas. Watch us in action!

KITCHEN

What we inspect: Plumbing fixtures and built-in appliances. We check plumbing fixtures looking for water pressure or drainage issues and visible signs of leaks. We check basic operational modes of the appliances and ventilators and look at cabinets and countertops for significant deficiencies.  Watch us in action!

HEATING SYSTEM

What we inspect: Visible components of the central AC or heat pump system including condensers and air handlers, and the distribution ductwork. We operate the system to assess function and condition of the accessible indoor/ outdoor components. The distribution system will also be assessed. Watch us in action!

COOLING SYSTEM

What we inspect: Visible components of the central AC or heat pump system including condensers and air handlers, and the distribution ductwork. We operate the system to assess function and condition of the accessible indoor/ outdoor components. The distribution system will also be assessed. Watch us in action!

ELECTRICAL

What we inspect: Visible service panels components and household wiring and devices. We assess the condition of readily accessible panel components, note the presence of GFCIs, AFCIs, smoke alarms and check the operation of representative outlets, switches, fixtures and other devices. Watch us in action!

PLUMBING

What we inspect: Visible water supply piping, distribution piping, waste system piping, water heaters and plumbing fixtures. Also includes inspection of the physical condition of piping, kitchen and bathroom fixtures; tubs, showers, toilets, and operation to assess flow, drainage and leakage. Water heating components will also be assessed. Watch us in action!

ADDITIONAL SERVICES

RADON SCREENING
WOOD DESTROYING INSECTS
WATER TESTING
POOL
SEPTIC/PRIVATE WASTE
PRIVATE WATER
MOLD SCREENING
EIFS WATER INTRUSION INSPECTION
NEW CONSTRUCTION
COMMERCIAL /MULTIPLE DWELLING PROPERTY
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE INSPECTION
ASBESTOS TESTING
SEWER SCANS
DRONE INSPECTIONS
LAWN IRRIGATION SYSTEMS
RADON SCREENING

A short-term test is performed to determine the possible presence of elevated levels of radon gas pursuant to local regulations or practices for real estate transactions. Radon is an odorless, colorless and radioactive byproduct of natural soil decay known to increase the risk of cancer in those exposed.

WOOD DESTROYING INSECTS

A Termite Inspection (also referred to as a Wood Destroying Inspection or Wood Destroying Organism Inspection) includes a visual examination of the readily accessible areas of the home for evidence of wood-destroying insect activity such as termites, or carpenter ants or the visible damage caused by infestations.

WATER TESTING

Water testing services include taking a water sample following accepted protocols with analysis of samples performed by a certified lab. General options include a basic water Potability test for Coliform (bacteria) and other elements such as Nitrate/Nitrite, Hardness, Acidity (pH). Expanded testing options may include volatile organic compounds (fuels), heavy metals (lead, etc.) or other elements required or recommended by local authorities or common practice such as when a property is located in close proximity to agricultural land, mining, dry cleaning establishments, gas stations, industrial facilities, landfills, or other known or suspected local hazards exist.

POOL

What we inspect:  Inspection includes the visible (above water) pool and or spa elements including assessment of the physical condition of accessible decking, coping , walkways, and other surfaces. exposed electric and plumbing components, the filter and heater, if applicable. Watch us in action!

SEPTIC/PRIVATE WASTE

What we inspect: water flow of the interior drain system and the surface area over the concealed drainage field, observing for any surface bleed out. Determine whether the water flows freely into the system from the house and readily apparent defects. Does not include inspection of buried or concealed components, soil testing, excavation of system components or opening or pumping of the tank.

PRIVATE WATER

A private on-site water supply (well) system inspection involves an inspection of visible interior pumps, piping, pressure and/or storage tanks and an assessment of the water flow (volume/pressure) from representative fixtures based on a representative water draw from plumbing fixtures. A well inspection does not include inspection of any buried or concealed components, determination of the water supply/source adequacy (yield or well capacity) or water quality.

MOLD SCREENING

Screening includes: air and/or surface (bulk) sampling to determine presence of elevated levels of mold spores or verify presence of a mold growth.  Includes one air sample in one interior area and one outdoor control sample, with surface sampling of random or requested suspect mold growths. Processed by a qualified lab to determine results.

EIFS WATER INTRUSION INSPECTION

EIFS (Exterior Insulation Finishing System, also known as Synthetic Stucco) includes: a visual inspection of exterior areas and testing of one or more exterior walls to determine the type siding material, its condition, evidence of installation deficiencies, and where warranted, limited water intrusion testing using moisture meters and/or other devices.

NEW CONSTRUCTION

Inspections include: draw inspection (verification of installed elements for lender release of funds); phase inspections (conducted at several stages of the construction process); and inspections of new homes ready for occupancy and assessment of the condition of installed components to supplement code compliance inspection provided by local authorities.

COMMERCIAL /MULTIPLE DWELLING PROPERTY

Inspections include: inspection of the visible and readily accessible areas of the roof, structure, mechanical and electric components of the public areas of a building, as well as all or representative individual dwelling or office/store units, as requested by the client.

PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE INSPECTION

This inspection involves: a review of the condition of the exterior and interior components of a home and the systems. Includes review of the roof, flashings, insulation issues, heating and air conditioning units, grading, the proper function of appliances and plumbing, electric components, smoke alarms for deferred maintenance and recommended action. 

ASBESTOS TESTING

Sampling of suspected asbestos containing material can be done and analyzed by an approved laboratory. Asbestos is a mineral that occurs naturally in the environment is made up of long, thin fibers that look similar to fiberglass. Found in many manufactured products prior to the mid-1980 such as pipe insulation, ceiling tiles, floor tiles, paints, caulking, fire resistant clothing and brake pads. Exposure to asbestos in the form of fibers is always considered dangerous. Working with, or exposure to, material that is friable (damaged), or materials that could cause a release of loose asbestos fibers, is considered high risk. 

SEWER SCANS

Sewer inspection services can help give both homebuyers and homeowners piece of mind regarding this critical but otherwise unobservable component of a home. With the aging of the housing market, there is an increasing number of homes with sewer lines that are subject to blockage or collapse from tree roots, soil settlement/erosion and other factors. The only way to adequately assess these potential concerns short of excavation is by inspecting a sewer using video camera equipment.

DRONE INSPECTIONS

An increasing number of home inspectors are using, or considering the use of a drone (technically a small Unmanned Aerial System (UAS)) in conjunction with their home inspections, and possibly other type services. Having the option to use a drone for inspection of an otherwise inaccessible roofs might be the most obvious benefit, but there are other elements such as high chimneys, siding, windows, and eave areas where the use of a drone might prove helpful.

LAWN IRRIGATION SYSTEMS

The inspection of irrigation systems is typically not included in home inspection industry standards of practice; however, many standards do provide optional inspection guidelines. In areas where lawn and garden irrigation is very common, most home inspectors routinely offer it as an optional inspection service.