What to Expect During Your Home Inspection:

Patriot Home Inspections LLC is your trusted partner in navigating the home buying process in Coeur d’Alene and the broader North Idaho region. We act as your eyes and ears, meticulously examining your prospective home to unveil any potential issues or necessary repairs. Our InterNACHI Certified Home Inspectors are not only adept at identifying concerns but are also eager to educate you about the condition of the property.

We encourage our clients to attend the home inspections, fostering a collaborative environment where we explain the findings on-site, offering insights into the estimated time, cost, and extent of the repairs required. Our objective is to empower you with a crystal-clear understanding of your potential investment.

Following the inspection, we consolidate our thorough findings into a comprehensive, easy-to-read report enriched with photos, videos, and useful resources. This report serves as a valuable tool in making informed decisions, negotiating repairs, and planning for future maintenance. Opt for our exceptional Home Inspection Services in Coeur d’Alene to ensure a smooth, informed, and confident home-buying experience.

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What do you check for during a home inspection?

At Patriot Home Inspections, we are committed to standing by your side as you venture on your journey of buying a home or checking your current home’s safety. Our thorough inspections examine every nook and cranny of a home, including the interior, exterior, the dark and creepy crawl space, the often overlooked attic, and beyond. Our eyes are trained to sweep over and uncover what may easily go unnoticed, ensuring that no stone is left unturned.

As you navigate through the list below, you’ll discover an array of crucial items that fall under our inspection radar. Our objective is not merely to identify potential issues but to provide a clear, comprehensive understanding of the home’s condition. This approach is designed to equip you with the information needed to make well-informed decisions, negotiate repairs, or simply gain peace of mind regarding your living environment.

We’re more than just home inspectors; consider us your allies in ensuring that your home is a safe, secure, and worthy investment. Our dedication goes beyond the inspection day; we aspire to be a reliable resource you can turn to for information and guidance. With Patriot Home Inspections, you’re not just getting a service; you’re gaining a partnership grounded in expertise, trust, and unwavering support. Read on to learn about the components we meticulously evaluate during your home inspection.

We scrutinize the exterior of the home including the siding, windows, doors, and the integrity of other external structures. We check for signs of damage, wear, and other potential issues that could affect the home’s durability and safety.

We examine the visible foundation and other structural components to identify any weaknesses, cracks, or shifts that could signify serious problems. We assess the structural integrity to ensure the home is safe and sturdy.  This includes walls, ceilings, stairs, floors and floor framing.

We inspect the roof’s condition, checking for any damaged or loose shingles, leaks, and the general wear and tear.  We’ll search for any chimney damage and check that vents are clear.  We also evaluate the gutters, downspouts, and other drainage systems to ensure proper water diversion away from the home.

Your home inspector will check for proper ventilation, adequate insulation, and any sign of water damage or water leaks.  We make sure that none of the interior fans are venting into the attic.

Identifying safety hazards in a prospective home are extremely important. We’ll evaluate the home’s fire safety measures including smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors, ensuring they are operation and well-placed.  We’ll also examine handrail and guardrail hazards, identify peeling paint, and more.

We’ll check the foundation, basement walls, and basement floors.  We’ll check both basements and crawl spaces for signs of water intrusion or damage.

We’ll check for proper site drainage, condition of driveways, sidewalks, and fencing.  We’ll also check for signs of septic tank leakage when a septic system is present.

During your home inspection, we’ll check your interior plumbing.  This includes hot water temperature (hot water heater), functioning toilets, showers, bathtubs, and sinks.  We’ll also check for damaged or leaky pipes.

We’ll check the circuit breakers, electrical outlets, lighting fixtures and ceiling fans.  We’ll also inspect visible wiring to confirm it is up to code, in good condition and safe to use.

We will test all appliances that are included in the sale to confirm they are in proper, working condition. This typically includes the range, dishwasher, refrigerator, and microwave.

We will inspect the kitchen, bathrooms, laundry room for the presence of a ventilation system and confirm they are functional.

We assess the functionality and efficiency of the HVAC system, ensuring it operates effectively to maintain a comfortable living environment year-round.  We’ll turn on the furnace and air conditioning units (temperature permitting) to confirm they are properly functioning.  Chimneys, fireplaces, and dampers are inspected.