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Frequently Asked Questions
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Crown Home
Inspection, Inc. wants to help you better understand the home inspection
process. If you don't see the answer to your questions here, please
contact us and we would be happy to answer your questions.
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Q. What do your clients say about Crown Home Inspection, Inc.?
Over 90% of our
business comes from referrals of satisfied customers! Read what clients
have to say about Crown Home Inspection, Inc.
"They
(Crown Home Inspection, Inc.) were very knowledgeable and thorough regarding
all areas of the home inspection process. They worked with me regarding any
special concerns and questions I had in regards to my new home."
~ Ann Z.
" Wanted you to know that Jeff Pittner did
an exceptional job for us as a house inspector. The original inspection
on May 19 was thorough. But the exceptionally nice thing was that on
Monday night (July 7) when our air conditioning wasn't working, he came over and tried
to figure out with me what was wrong. He was over from 9-10pm on Monday
night. So,
just want you to know that he's a good one..."
~ Don L.
Q:
Why should I choose Crown Home Inspection, Inc.
for my home inspection?
A:
Our
qualifications, experience, and integrity set us apart. With 15 years of
experience as an environmental engineer, Jeff Pittner, CEI is highly qualified
to help you protect your investment and your family's health and safety.
He is a NYS Licensed Home Inspector, Certified Environmental Inspector, an
accredited
Building Analyst Professional, Certified Radon Measurement Specialist, and a
Licensed Asbestos Inspector. Jeff's inspections can help you determine the
soundness of the structure, as well as the quality of the environment
surrounding the structure.
At Crown Home Inspection Inc., we are careful to
observe integrity in all that we do. We are family-owned and have the
health and safety of your family as our top priority. Our inspections
will help you make an informed decision about the purchase of a new home, or
better understand the condition of your current home. When it comes to
home inspections, you can rely on the qualifications, experience, and
integrity of Crown Home Inspection, Inc.
Q:
Why does a home seller need to hire a home inspector?
A: A home seller needs to hire a home inspector
because every home buyer is advised to hire one. If the buyer's
inspector finds areas of concern it could affect your bargaining power or
worse, you could lose the sale. Some minor repairs before your home hits
the market could save you thousands of dollars. Depending on the issues,
you may be able to simply disclose the information and defer the maintenance.
If you are upfront about the condition of your home, the buyer will trust you
and trust their decision to buy your home.
Even if your home isn't on the
market, an inspection will give you information about your home that will help
you keep your investment in top shape, and your family safe from environmental
hazards. For more information visit
http://homebuying.about.com/cs/homeinspections/a/pass_inspection.htm
Q:
My realtor strongly
suggested that I get a home inspection before buying my dream home. I
looked the house over really well and I don't see anything wrong with it.
Is an inspection really necessary?
A:
Even though you looked it over thoroughly,
many problems can be hidden under the surface of your dream home.
Remember, this is a major investment and you need to know everything about the
home. Trust a professional to point out the positive and negative aspects
of your investment. Also, sometimes the things your inspector finds can
help you negotiate a better deal. For more information watch this HGTV video clip http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vH7eq3ET4rI
Q:
How do I find
good home inspector?
A:
Start your search by asking friends and family
for references. If there are homes for sale in your neighborhood, ask
the owner who did the inspection. Sometimes your realtor will offer a list of names for
you to choose from as well.
Your inspector must
supply their NYS license number and clearly explain what will be examined
during the inspection. They should also have experience and be members of
a reputable home inspection association. Reputable professional
associations are non-profit and encourage members to be unbiased & honest.
Your inspector should not have any conflict of interest (ex. Offers to make
repairs for a fee, only works with certain realtors, inspects the home for the
buyer & the seller, etc.).
Finally, ask the inspector how they will
report the results of the home inspection. A professional will supply a
detailed written report, not a checklist.
Q:
What will a home
inspector be looking for?
A: Your
home inspector will be conducting a visual examination of
the house from top to bottom on the inside & outside . To see a virtual house inspection visit
http://ashi.org/customers/vhi_tour.asp
- Roof - Materials
- Exterior - Runoff & landscape
drainage, soil, stoops, steps, driveway, sidewalks
- Interior - Walls, floors, ceilings,
appliances' age & life expectancy, ventilation
- Structure - Construction type,
materials, framing
- Plumbing - Pipes, fixtures, washers,
dryers, hot water heaters
- Heating/Cooling - Capacity, age &
life expectancy of equipment
- Electrical - Capacity, safety,
necessary repairs or upgrades are suggested
- Foundation - Materials, structural
problems, water seepage
- Attics - Ventilation, structure
Q:
Is radon something I
should be worried about?
A:
Radon
is the 2nd leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S. and the Office of the
Surgeon General recommends that all homes be tested for radon. It is
odorless & colorless and can enter your home through cracks in the foundation
or sump pump openings (source:
http://www.epa.gov/iaq/radon/). Check the map below to see what the radon
concentration is in your area. You can also click on the link below to watch an
animated explanation of how radon enters a home.
Crown Home Inspection, Inc is a
Green
Company
