Home Inspections

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Get an inspection that can pay for itself.

Don't Go It Alone

State Licensed, ICC Code Certified, Experienced, Independent, Impartial

The inspection we provide can pay for itself very quickly. Why? Just one repair item can cost far more than the inspection. I don't multiple inspections per day or use that predetermined checklist of a few items. Our clients have included builders, engineers and yes, other inspectors because they know the difference between inspectors and inspections. Getting a cheap inspection from a favorite list may initially sound innocent but it will probably be the most expensive inspection you ever paid for. I see and hear this quite often.

The TREC inspection license is a business license for resale real estate and it is not a certification of qualifications. TREC does not regulate new construction or under construction homes and does not require inspectors to be code certified so the majority are not. Anyone can be a ICC member but not everyone is or can be code certified.

Real Estate, Construction and Home Inspections
in the Houston-Galveston area

We understand that purchasing a home is one of the most important investments you will make. Hiring an independent inspector to assist you will will help you have an unbiased evaluation of the current condition of the home.

I personally perform every inspection and will inspect it as if I were buying it. That's not always possible with the sub-contract inspectors of the multi-inspector firms that depend on real estate agents for work. Our home inspection includes a thorough on-site evaluation with you so that obvious defects or potential issues can be explained to you in person. It's not just an inspection; it's an education. You will receive a detailed narrative report with references of future maintenance needs.

1-Year Inspection or Second Opinion - Take the Challenge ........Click here

Toxic Chinese Drywall Information Center.......Click here

Real Estate Inspections Are Not a Commodity. They are absolutely not the same. Saving a few dollars can cost you. Price shopping for inspectors

Problems, Safety Hazards and Concerns in Homes.....Click here

Inspection Changes and Current Events

New state inspection standards were adopted Feb. 1, 2009 with many changes to reflect newer technologies, codes and standards. Throws old reports out the door? There is no grand-fathering. Inspections are changing and upgrading for many reasons. Read More

Protecting Your Home from Hurricance Wind Damage

Current building codes in Texas Read on

Texas / ICC IRC Code Certified
Residential Construction
Consultant & Inspector

The plumbing drain vent pipe boots on the roof have to be painted to protect from sunlight deterioration. The neophrene gasket should also be caulked to the vent pipe. The PCV vent can be painted as well. If not, the neophrene gasket will deteriorate and allow water into the structure. If not caulked and painted the average life may be 5-6 years before replacement as shown above. If deteriorated the seal and its housing need to be replaced.

Shrinking window weather-strip at the bottom of windows can cause leaks and air infiltration.

Resale Real Estate Inspections

There are two products available. First, is the industry standard visual inspection that exceeds the mandated No other inspection we have seen can compare. We are not a checklist junkie.

The other is a comprehensive inspection with licensed or qualified specialists in conjunction with the industry standard. A whole team of individual specialists is on hand for this onsite inspection.

This is the air you are breathing and this the return air duct in which all air inside the property flows through to get to the HVAC system to be cooled or heated. If you only rely on a media filter in the attic this is what your return air duct will look like sooner or later. All this filth collects inside the return air duct and blocks that expensive media filter quicker to cause low flow problems, air filtration problems and dehumidification problems. A media filter may be a great marketing gimmick but if you don't pre-filter at the intake grille then the interior of the duct can look like this and you can shorten the life of your system. If all you have is a media filter and your flexible return air gets dirty then there is no effective way to clean it without damaging or replacing the duct. Go take a look yourself.

What's the general health of your home or vacation home?

Keep abreast of new standards, changing conditions and maintenance. Have it inspected every 2 years.

Finished new home. All inspections done by everyone else.

The a/c condenser nor the furnace were grounded by the state licensed electrician nor caught by the HVAC contractor when he started the systems up. If an electrical fault happended you could be electrocuted or short out this equipment.

Had a cheap predetermined checklist inspection? What about the significant parts of the home that weren't on the checklist? Give me a call.

Home inspection, construction consultant, new home inspections, phase inspections, construction inspections,

Before You Buy a Home! Research, research, research..... Read on

Insurers Keep a Secret History of Your Home A huge database not only tracks claims, it also looks for risks such as toxic mold. Read on

New Homes Need Inspection...Where do you think the bad stuff in used homes came from? ........ Read on

Older Homes to Encumber Total Air-Conditioning Replacement A new federal law after Jan. 2006 can cost you thousands.... Read on

Seller Disclosure The truth, the whole truth and nothing but ..... Read on

Serious Hidden Defects Plague Many Newer Homes.. Consumer Reports

Incomplete Inspection Shackles Homeowners Buyer must ensure House passes muster. But City Hall says there's nothing it can do, and that it was the buyers' job to make sure house passed inspection....Read on

Lower Your Property Taxes Plan ahead to lower your taxes
and fight ..... Read on

ICC/IRC Combination Code Certified Inspector (Combination R-5)

International Code Council (ICC) Residential Building Inspector

International Code Council (ICC) Residential Electrical Inspector

International Code Council (ICC) Residential Mechanical Inspector

International Code Council (ICC) Residential Plumbing Inspector

Legacy Southern Building Code Congress International - SBCCI Combination Code Certified

Texas Dept. of Insurance - VIP Property Inspector 16708061031

Texas Real Estate Commission Professional Inspector 1646

Texas Residential Construction Commission Inspector (SIRP) 1590

Member of International Association of Certified Home Inspectors - InterNACHI

Texas Real Estate Commission Qualified Sponsoring Professional Inspector

BOI

Providing professional real estate home inspection service in Galveston, Harris, Brazoria counties and area communities. Houston home inspection service area includes: Galveston, South and East Harris, East Fort Bend and West Chambers counties including the communities of League City, Friendswood, Pearland, Texas City, LaMarque, Dickinson, Sienna Plantation, San Leon, Bacliff, Kemah, Clear Lake Shores, Taylor Lake Village, Pasadena, Deer Park, LaPorte, Shoreacres, Seabrook, Hiitchcock, Santa Fe, Alvin, Manvel, Danbury, Liverpool, East Baytown.
Construction consulting, construction phase inspections, construction inspections, builder inspections, home inspections.

League City Home Inspections

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Friendswood Home Inspections

New Home Inspection

Phase Inspections

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Texas City Home Inspections

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