Standish Inspections

When You Want It Inspected Right The First Time!
 
 

Lyle B. Standish
PO BOX 2301
Aptos, CA
(800) 638-1359

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                                                                                                                                                    What We Inspect

                                                                                                                                                    We will conduct a thorough 500 point inspection of your home, inside and out.

                                                                                                                                                    As a NACHI-Certified Master Inspector, we have the knowledge and expertise to provide you with a thorough and professional, non-intrusive, visual inspection of your home, from roof to foundation. 

                                                                                                                                                    Outside the home, we will check the exterior walls, roof, driveway, deck, etc., then we will move inside to examine the walls, ceilings, floors, doors, and windows. The heating, air-conditioning,plumbing, and electrical systems will all be examined to ensure that they function as intended. Bathrooms, kitchens, and laundry rooms receive a thorough check, along with the attic and basement or crawl space.

                                                                                                                                                    Here are some of the many items we'll be looking at during your home inspection:

                                                                                                                                                    • Foundation, Support Structure, and Structural Integrity
                                                                                                                                                    • Fireplaces
                                                                                                                                                    • Roof Systems
                                                                                                                                                    • Basement & Crawlspaces
                                                                                                                                                    • Safety Controls
                                                                                                                                                    • Water Heaters
                                                                                                                                                    • Ventilation
                                                                                                                                                    • Electrical Capacity & Components
                                                                                                                                                    • Garages
                                                                                                                                                    • Steps and Stairs
                                                                                                                                                    • Heating and Central Air Conditioning systems
                                                                                                                                                    • Walkways and Driveways
                                                                                                                                                    • Built-in Appliances
                                                                                                                                                    • Plumbing System and Fixtures
                                                                                                                                                    • Kitchen and Bathroom Cabinets
                                                                                                                                                    • Surface Drainage
                                                                                                                                                    • Windows & Doors
                                                                                                                                                    • Insulation
                                                                                                                                                    • Gutters & Downspouts
                                                                                                                                                    • Decks
                                                                                                                                                    • Mold and Water Damage (sampling and lab fees extra)
                                                                                                                                                    • Asbestos, Radon and Lead (sampling and lab fees extra)

                                                                                                                                                     

                                                                                                                                                    For an additional fee we will also inspect

                                                                                                                                                    • Detached Garages, Carports, Workshops or other external buildings
                                                                                                                                                    • Pools and Spas (inground and portable)

                                                                                                                                                    We invite you to come along and watch as we inspect your home, and you are free to ask questions at any time during your home inspection.  For more information on home inspections, please browse the rest of my web site, and be sure to browse the Homeowner's Resource section under Links of Interest.

                                                                                                                                                    Schedule your home inspection now

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