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Inspection
Services For Home Buyers, Home Sellers, & Home Owners |
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We are a family-owned company based in West Seneca, NY. Our territory
includes all of Western New York & extends to Batavia, Rochester, Dunkirk
and even Erie, PA. Our inspections are honest, comprehensive, and very
detailed. Your home will be evaluated by an accredited Building
Analyst Professional that has been trained in building science technology in
the whole-house performance based approach. After our inspection, you receive a report that describes
the interior & exterior of your home. We highlight areas of concern &
suggest ways to help you conserve energy. In addition, we can also
test your home for environmental hazards that could affect the health of
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Roof Inspections
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Crown Home Inspection, Inc. will
inspect your roof and provide its approximate age & life expectancy. We
will alert you to any possible trouble spots and assess the condition of the
roofing materials.
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Heat tape is not properly attached to the roof. Gutters are clogged with debris. |
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Neoprene (Black Boot) is not
properly attached to service mast, allowing water to penetrate
structure. |
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Service mast bent with no drip loop
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Exterior Inspection
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Inspectors at Crown Home Inspection, Inc. will examine the
exterior of the home, paying close attention to runoff & landscape drainage.
We will note the quality of the soil, and the condition of the stoops, steps, driveway,
and sidewalks. You will be advised of any necessary safety repairs or
drainage problems.
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This exposed wire should be in a conduit. |
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Siding melted due to
propane grill being too close to structure. |
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Interior Inspection
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inspected for water penetration and/or damage. Your Crown Home
Inspection, Inc. inspector will
also point out potentially dangerous or toxic materials, unsanitary
conditions, fire hazards, or security problems. Ventilation and energy
conservation are also addressed as a part of the interior inspection. The
ages, energy efficiency, & life expectancy of major appliances will be
estimated.
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Electrical Inspection
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The capacity & safety of your
electrical system will be determined and necessary repairs or upgrades
suggested. Our inspectors will also discuss the home's energy
efficiency based on their findings. Crown Home Inspection, Inc. is a
green company and we make every effort to help
you conserve energy.
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Oxidation on breakers due to water
penetration into main panel. |
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Heating & Air
Conditioning
Inspection
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Heating & air conditioning units are
tested for freeze vulnerability, capacity, efficiency, approximate life
span, and safety. Potential safety issues will be addressed and
necessary repairs suggested. Crown Home Inspection, Inc. will also
recommend ways for you to run these systems more economically and energy
efficient. Our inspectors are accredited Building Analyst
Professionals and can recognize heating, cooling and air leakage problems
that lead to increased energy costs.
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Structural
Inspection
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Construction type,
materials, & framing will be assessed and potential problems highlighted.
Building Analyst Professional accreditation has given us a background in
building science technology that allows us to understand building
performance problems.
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Structural beam has been cut, weakening
structure. |
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The garage door has been installed in a
load bearing beam, weakening the structure. |
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Plumbing
Inspection
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Pipes, fixtures,
washers, dryers, & hot water heaters will be inspected for damage and
efficiency. Upgrades and repairs may be suggested as a result of our
inspection.
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The flue pipe is disconnected from the
chimney, venting poisonous carbon monoxide into the living space. |
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Foundation
Inspection
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Building materials,
structural problems, and water seepage will be assessed.
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Water would run downhill against this home's
foundation, resulting in very poor drainage. |
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Attic/Crawl Space Inspection
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The attic or crawl space
will be examined for water damage, proper structure, and adequate
ventilation. Suggestions for energy conservation will be made as a result
of the inspection.
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Moisture from the bathroom
vent is being exhausted into attic space. The wrong type of piping
materials was used as well.
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Environmental Hazards
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Jeff Pittner, of Crown
Home Inspection, Inc., is an environmental engineer and is highly qualified
to test the water, soil, and air surrounding your home. He can detect
environmental hazards such as lead, asbestos, carbon monoxide, mold, &
radon. If hazards are discovered, Jeff will guide you to find the
appropriate agencies and procedures to help you clean them up.
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Crown Home Inspection, Inc is a
Green
Company
