Timing is everything.
We highly recommend a full inspection of your home prior to the end of the builder's warranty. A comprehensive inspection of all the major systems in the home, as well as any repairs made by the builder during the time you've been in your new home. We report any issues that should be brought to the builder's attention prior to the lapse of the builder's warranty.
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Warranty Inspection Process
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It Begins With the Exterior
Exterior issues that come to light in the first year likely fall under your new home warranty. We will professionally document them for resolution. Inspection of the exterior includes identification of cracking, damage, rot, grading and potential moisture penetration. Gain a solid understanding of the overall condition of the exterior including the cladding, doors, windows, decks, walkways and driveways. Additionally, maintenance tips are shared to make you a more confident home owner.
- We professionally document defects so your builder will fix them!
- Particular attention is paid to the condition of the wall cladding, trim, flashings, doors and windows.
- Walkways, Driveways, Patios are inspected for damage and potential trip hazards.
- Exterior Stairs, Balconies, Decks and Patios are inspected to ensure safe occupant use.
- Inspection includes vegetation, grading, surface drainage and retaining walls that are likely to adversely affect your property.
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Roof Inspection
Your multipoint inspection of the roof will identify any issues which have reared their head in the first year. Have them addressed under warranty. Because nobody wants a leaky roof!
- Attention to vulnerable areas, installation defects and evidence of prior repairs.
- Cracking, damage, ponding and open seams are documented and photographed.
- Inspection includes gutters, downspouts, flashings, skylights and chimneys.
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Structural Inspection
Settlement and cracking is common in new construction. Your trained inspector will be on the look out for issues so you can address them now, before they become a potentially bigger issue.
- Basements, Crawlspaces and Attics
- Foundation
- Roof, Wall, Floor and Ceiling Structure
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Interior Inspection
Our proprietary software is designed to ensure every interior space is rigorously inspected and nothing is overlooked. We pay extra close attention to the ceilings, walls, floors and windows for signs of moisture intrusion, damage and cracking. Defects and safety issues are clearly documented to ensure you know what needs to be repaired.
- Walls, Ceilings and Floors
- Steps, Stairways and Railings
- Windows and Doors
- Garage Vehicle Doors and Openers
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Electrical Inspection
We understand a proper assessment of the electrical inspection is crucial to your family's safety. To ensure your safety, each major electrical component is methodically inspected. A detailed multi-point inspection is performed at the service drop, service cables, main and all sub panels. All accessible wiring, switches, receptacles and lights are inspected. Additionally, your inspector will provide safety and upgrade advice to protect your home and family.
- Location of service disconnect
- Service amperage
- Main and Sub Panels
- Operational testing of GFCIs and AFCIs.
- Presence of Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors
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Plumbing
Identify leaks or drainage issues you may not have even known you have. Make sure everything is working as it should before you warranty runs out.
- Interior plumbing, water heaters, fixtures, sinks, tubs, showers and toilets.
- Identification of cracked pipes, leakage, installation defects and gas leaks.
- Gas piping, valves and appliance connections.
- Main water and fuel shut-off valves locations.
- Tank and tankless water heaters.
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Heating and Cooling Systems
Your home inspector will ensure your home's heating and cooling systems are in proper operating condition. Gain a better understanding of how each system operates, as well as recommended maintenance for safe and efficient heating and cooling.
- Installed heating equipment
- Installed and central cooling systems
- Distribution systems
- Vents, Flues and Chimneys
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Appliances
Installed appliances are inspected for basic operation. Be sure your all your appliances are in proper working condition.
- Ovens, ranges and cooktops
- Installed Microwaves
- Dishwashers
- Waste Disposers
- Refrigerators
- Clothes Washers and Dryers
What Is Inspected:
- We professionally document defects so your builder will fix them!
- Particular attention is paid to the condition of the wall cladding, trim, flashings, doors and windows.
- Walkways, Driveways, Patios are inspected for damage and potential trip hazards.
- Exterior Stairs, Balconies, Decks and Patios are inspected to ensure safe occupant use.
- Inspection includes vegetation, grading, surface drainage and retaining walls that are likely to adversely affect your property.
What Is Inspected:
- Attention to vulnerable areas, installation defects and evidence of prior repairs.
- Cracking, damage, ponding and open seams are documented and photographed.
- Inspection includes gutters, downspouts, flashings, skylights and chimneys.
What Is Inspected:
- Basements, Crawlspaces and Attics
- Foundation
- Roof, Wall, Floor and Ceiling Structure
What Is Inspected:
- Walls, Ceilings and Floors
- Steps, Stairways and Railings
- Windows and Doors
- Garage Vehicle Doors and Openers
What Is Inspected:
- Location of service disconnect
- Service amperage
- Main and Sub Panels
- Operational testing of GFCIs and AFCIs.
- Presence of Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors
What Is Inspected:
- Interior plumbing, water heaters, fixtures, sinks, tubs, showers and toilets.
- Identification of cracked pipes, leakage, installation defects and gas leaks.
- Gas piping, valves and appliance connections.
- Main water and fuel shut-off valves locations.
- Tank and tankless water heaters.
What Is Inspected:
- Installed heating equipment
- Installed and central cooling systems
- Distribution systems
- Vents, Flues and Chimneys
What Is Inspected:
- Ovens, ranges and cooktops
- Installed Microwaves
- Dishwashers
- Waste Disposers
- Refrigerators
- Clothes Washers and Dryers
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Next business day delivery!
A comprehensive report compiling all of your inspector's findings is delivered by email the next business day. Included are a findings summary with cost estimates, reference information for major components inspected, and an in-depth compilation of the exterior, roof and interior space.
Our experience with ValueGuard was amazing. Everyone that we dealt with was so accommodating and our inspector was very knowledgeable and thorough. Buying our first home was a milestone for us, and having ValueGuard there to help us with our inspection made it that much easier. We will definitely be recommending them to family and friends in the future!
Michael and Marissa R. Bryn Mawr, PA
We felt we had to pick a reputable inspection company we could trust. Our Inspector was very professional and took his time to explain everything in detail and answer all our questions. The report was delivered the next day. We had a great experience with ValueGuard. Buying a home has been stressful, but their service and staff made the inspection aspect a breeze.
Mel Van S Philadelphia, PA
Although an inspection can be extremely stressful during the home buying process, Pete allowed it to be more of a learning experience than a stressful one. He educated us with each part of the home that he was inspecting, teaching my husband and I a little bit about every thing. He is so knowledgeable and it gave us comfort knowing how detailed and thorough he was at his job. Would 1000% recommend to any one who is purchasing a home and in need of an inspection!
Natalie E Ivyland, PA
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