Southern California Home Inspectors we take a holistic approach, combining our extensive inspection expertise with state-of-the-art technology to provide a precise evaluation of how the house functions as a system.  We are well versed in the expanding field of building inspection science and consistently seeking updates on trends and industry findings. The purpose of our standard home inspection is to find any evidence of physical problems in the home. Some things are obvious in every home but we look for evidence of hidden problems. The kind that other home inspection companies might miss.

We will tell you:

• How defects affect the property as a whole in terms of structural integrity, health & safety and environmental friendliness

• Improvements for optimal energy performance

• The level of personal comfort you can expect in cold or hot months

• How defects in HVAC, ventilation and building shell can negatively affect your family’s health

• and much more

 

Our home inspection process inspect everything from the top down: roof, exterior, attic, foundation, HVAC, plumbing, electrical and appliances. Unlike many other home inspectors, we also inspect the roof, exterior and common areas for our condominium clients so that they are aware of any potential repair costs that may impact them in the near future. We are looking for problems that could affect the structural integrity of the property and/or your health, safety, and comfort, including:

• Moisture intrusion

• Indoor air quality

• Mold

• Combustion safety

• Defects in the building shell

• Plumbing issues

• Faulty electrical installations, retrofits, and wiring

• and more…

 

State-of-the-Art Inspection Technology

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• Thermal/infrared imaging which detects extremely small temperature differentials between materials indicating hidden moisture, missing insulation, thermal bypasses/large energy leaks, etc.

• Capacitance and conductance moisture meters that detect hidden moisture and water intrusion that the seller may not have disclosed

• Hygrometers that measure the moisture content and indoor humidity

• Anemometers, which measure air flow