Home Inspections
Home Inspections For Buyers
Our experience and extensive training in providing home inspections for buyers is at your service. All Clients receive a written report with detailed photographs documenting the inspection, which tell a story about the strengths and weaknesses of a property. The purpose of our Nashville Home Inspection Service is not to recommend nor dissuade you from purchasing a property, but to use our home inspection, mold inspection and water testing results to inform you of any major defects, or minor issues that may lead to expensive issues in the future. Performing a home inspection before buying often reveals maintenance recommendations and safety hazards that would otherwise have gone overlooked. Trust Magnolia professional inspection services before committing to your next long-term investment.
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Home Inspections For Sellers
The seller of a home needs to perform an inspection too! Why wait until a home inspector representing the buyer’s interests arrives at your door to investigate your property? In negotiations, more information is always better, stay ahead of the curve by investigating your own property, so you can reach your asking price without obstacles. Unlike the rush of home inspections for buyers, this inspection can be scheduled at a time convenient to you, and can be completed even before your property hits the market. Give yourself the seller’s advantage, trust Magnolia.
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Home Inspections include:
Roof Inspection
Our home inspector will walk on all roofs when it is safe and conditions permit
- The roof covering, noting missing shingles and signs of wear
- Flashings, valleys, skylights, vents and other roof penetrations
- Gutters, downspouts and overhangs
- Any visible structural problems (sagging roof, etc.)
Exterior Inspection
Our Nashville home inspector will check a representative number of windows
- Doors and windows, weather stripping, caulking, cracks, fogging
- Vegetation surrounding the house
- Siding, flashing, and trim
- Inspect condition of decks, stoops, stairs, porches and railings
- Exterior siding, brick or insulated finishing systems(Eifs,) including paints, stains, and sealant
- Driveway, sidewalks, retaining walls adjacent to home
- Grading around house
- Surface drainage, retaining walls, or signs of soil erosion
Attic Inspection
- Structural condition of attic bracing
- Ventilation and insulation
- Visible roof leaks or stains caused from leakage
- Signs of mold or mildew
- Structural, Basement, and Crawl Space Inspection
- Active water penetration in basement or crawlspace
- Grading near exposed wood framing and siding
- Signs of settling
- Cutting, notching and boring of framing members that may present safety concerns
Heating and Cooling Inspection
Describes the energy source and heating method
- Overflow pan and condition of condensation drain
- Overall visible condition of ductwork
- Visible condition and type of heating system
- Thermostat operation
- Presence and condition of accessible filter
- Temperature difference from air exiting registers
- Recommendation on service of HVAC equipment by technician that offers their implied warranty
Electrical Inspection
Our home inspector will test a representative number of receptacles, switches and light fixtures
- Service line cables and main disconnect and report on conditions
- Meter box connection and faults
- Proper grounding and bonding
- Panel, service size ,and condition (including breakers and fuses)
- Visible wiring and connectors
- Inspection of a representative number of outlets for function and polarity
- Ground-fault circuit interrupters function
- Inspection of a representative number of switches and light fixtures
- Presence of solid conductor aluminum branch circuit wiring
- Smoke detection units
Interior Inspection
- Operation of doors, screens, sliding doors
- Windows with visible moisture intrusion, in need of repair, or evidence of broken seals
- Walls, ceilings, floors, shelving in closets
- Signs of moisture intrusion, excessive condensation and visible mold or mildew
- Working condition of appliances
- Moisture problems, caulking, cabinets in kitchens and bathrooms
- Abnormalities in flooring, tile, carpets
- Operation of garage door and safety sensors
Chimney and Fireplace Inspection
- Operation of damper in fireplace, if accessible and operable
- Hearth extension and other permanently installed components
- Visible areas in need of repair in firebox
- Fireplace clearance from combustible materials
- Chimney, flue cap, crown and flashing
- Cracking or other structural issues in chimney bricks
- Signs of deteriorating mortar
- Professional chimney sweep recommendations for inspection of creosote buildup
There’s a lot that goes into our high-quality home inspections, and its why more buyers are choosing Magnolia. If you’d like to see more about what goes in to a septic inspection, roof inspection, or other Nashville home inspection service, please download this free sample report.