INSPECTIONS

All homes, whether New or from the times of the Tequesta Indians should be professionally inspected. This is like giving the home a physical exam, a check up of sorts.

Items covered during a complete home inspections are Roof, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Appliances and Doors/Windows.

If there is a pool and lawn sprinklers these will also be included in your inspection and usually service life will be determined for all items inspected.

Termite and pest reports must be done as Lenders are really afraid of the little buggers.

There are also shorter forms of inspections with the most common being a 4point (roof, electrical, plumbing, termites); this is really all that the Lenders require and insurance companies quote off of.

In Miami-Dade you will also want to include a “wind mitigation” report as this will help you get credits that can save you dough on your wind policy.

If applicable, don't forget the septic guys (it's a messy job) but it could save you a tons of cash.

There are certain standards that you should look for in choosing an inspector. Inspectors who are members of the following organizations are a good starting point: ASHI (American Society of Home Inspections) & FABI (Florida Association of Building Inspectors).

Inspection companies are not licensed in the state of Florida (so its buyer beware).

Remember you can bring in a licensed professional if your inspector finds a deficiencies with the property.

Here are some inspection companies that adhere to ASHI & FABI standards.

If you have any other questions I can answer drop me a note at javiergonzalezpa@bellsouth.net or call me at 305.582.5085

Allied Building Inspection Services
Allied Building Inspection Services is one of the top-rated and most requested inspection companies in South Florida for over 10 years. Our professional inspectors provide a thorough review of the entire property, whether it's a cozy condominium or a palatial mansion.
Phone: 305.234.7377 Fax: 305.234.7664

Associated Building Inspectors
Serving all of South Florida with complete home inspection services.
Phone: 305.378.4555 Fax: 305.378.1947

Building Inspection Services
Also serving all of South Florida with complete home inspection services.
Phone: 800.255.3317 info@BIS-Inspections.com

Inspection Results of South Florida
www.irosfonline.com or inspectionresults@gmail.com
Phone: 786.234.7774 Fax: 305.559.1820

Chapman Septic Service, Inc.
We're thankful for your tank full.
Phone: 305.661.0628 Fax: 305.251.3103

Smith Septic Tanks
We are number one in the number two business.
Phone: 305.253.8196

Please be advised that although we are familiar with these businesses and acknowledge their professional abilities, we do not recommend nor endorse any specific service(es) and/or business(es) and always encourage that you seek independent advise, written estimates and counsel of your choice before you undertake to perform, hire or pay for these or any related services.