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(518) 312-8782 51 Kent Street Ballston Spa, NY 12020
The Building Analysis
- Foundation & Sub Structures
- The structural integrity of the building foundation
- Check basement and crawl spaces for cracks, deflection, bowing, ventilation
- Evidence of moisture-past and present and its effects on the structure
- Electrical System & Appliances
- Service entrance size
- System grounding
- Correct wire size vs. fuse or breaker sizes
- Internal wiring condition and type
- Outlets and switches for operation and grounding
- Proper GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interruption protection)
- Age, condition, and operation of major appliances
- Heating, Air-Conditioning, Ventilating Systems
- Age, operation, condition, and type of furnace, boiler or other heating system
- Age, operation, condition, and type of air-conditioning
- Plumbing Systems & Fixtures
- Check condition, age
- Check for leaks- past or present
- Check toilets for proper flushing, tightness to floor
- Check all faucets for proper operation, hot and cold orientation
- Roof, Chimneys & Vents
- Quality and condition of roof
- Type of roof covering
- Estimated age of roof covering
- Life expectancy of roof covering
- Chimneys - type and condition
- Flashings - type and condition
- Roof accessories - skylights, vents, etc.
- Attic & Interior roof
- Signs of moisture, mold - past / present
- Condition of roof sheathing
- Insulation - "R-vaule"
- Ventilation
- Electrical wiring
- Plumbing, exhaust, distribution vents
- Interior
- Condition and type of interior walls, ceilings, floors
- Operation, type, and condition of windows and doors
- Type and condition of Chimneys, flues, dampers
- Exterior
- Wall covering, trim, windows, doors
- Stoops, steps, decks, porches, patios
- Grading, drainage and its effect on the structure
- Effect of shrubs and trees on the structure
- Estimate of Repairs
- Estimates of any major deficiencies detected during the inspection
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