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What is a home inspection?

A home inspection is a visual inspection of the structure and components of a home to find items that are not performing correctly or items that are unsafe. If a problem or a symptom of a problem is found, the home inspector will include a description of the problem in a computerized report and may recommend further evaluation.

Why is a home inspection important?

Home Buyers:

Emotion often affects the buyer and makes it hard to imagine any problems with their new home. A buyer needs a home inspection to find out all the possible problems with the home before moving in. Vacant homes and foreclosure homes are often subject to higher risks of problems since they are rarely supervised and in most cases the power has been turned off for some time.

Home Owners:

The State of Florida has some of the most extreme weather in the entire country. Extreme heat, heavy rains, storms, wind gusts, tornados and hurricanes. Most Florida homes are designed to withstand these weather conditions. Over time, these types of conditions add stress to the home. Home Owners many times assume that if the water runs and the lights turn on, the home is structurally sound and in some cases are not. Water leaks, poor insulation, poor electric and many small items can make a big difference in the safety of your loved ones. Usually minor items can be corrected at a small cost and have a positive impact on reducing some of your long term utility expenses. Most importantly, stop a minor problem from become a costly nightmare.

Home Sellers:

More and more sellers are choosing to have a thorough inspection before or when they first list their home. First and foremost, you should have a home inspection for full disclosure. You will have demonstrated that you did all you could do to reveal any defects within the home. Second, you will save money and hassle by knowing now what your defects are, not after you have already negotiated a price and are faced with costly repairs discovered on the buyer’s inspection. Defects found before the buyer comes along allow you to shop around for a contractor and not deal with inflated estimates that a buyer will present.

What if the report reveals concerns?

All homes (even new construction) may have concerns. Every concern has a solution. Solutions vary from a simple fix of the component to adjusting the purchase price. Having a home inspection allows the problem to be addressed before the sale closes.

What does a home inspection include?

A home inspector%26apos;s report will review the condition of the home%26apos;s heating system, central air conditioning system (temperature permitting), interior plumbing and electrical systems; the roof, attic, and visible insulation; walls, ceilings, floors, windows and doors; the foundation, basement, and visible structure.

What should I NOT expect from a home inspection?

•A home inspection is not protection against future failures. Components like air conditioners and Heat Systems can and will break down. A home inspection tells you the condition of the component at the time the component was inspected. For protection from future failure you may want to consider a home warranty.

•A home inspection is not an appraisal that determines the value of a home. Nor will a home inspector tell you if you should buy this home or what to pay for this home.

•A home inspection is not a code inspection, which verifies local building code compliance. A home inspector will not pass or fail a house. Homes built before code revisions are not obligated to comply with the code for homes built today. Home inspectors will report findings when it comes to safety concerns that may be in the current code such as ungrounded outlets above sinks. A home inspector thinks %26quot;Safety%26quot; not %26quot;Code%26quot; when performing a home inspection.

Should I attend the home inspection?

It is often helpful to be there so the home inspector can explain in person and answer any questions you may have. This is an excellent way to learn about your new home even if no problems are found. Be sure to give the home inspector time and space to concentrate and focus so he can do the best job possible for you. Present a list of questions or issues you would like the inspector to address at the beginning of the inspection. During the presentation phase of the inspection the inspector will explain any issues found during the inspection and address your list of questions or concerns.

How long will the home inspection take?

A First Choice home inspection will generally take about 2 - 4 hrs. for a 1500 sq. ft. home. It may take longer for larger homes, homes with additional features, and homes with major component issues. A home inspection should take 1 hour per 1,000 sq ft plus 1-2 hours for home componets (electrical, plumbing, and HVAC). Compilation of the report may take 1-3 hours or as long as 12 hours depending on the number of pictures to be marked, systems research, proofing the final report and the time of day the inspection was scheduled or completed.

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First Choice inspectors are bound to a strict code of ethics; this ensures quality service while providing important protections. For example, our inspectors must:

• Work Exclusively for the Customer

• Follow Nationally Accepted Standards of Practice

• Do Not Perform Repairs on Any Property Inspected

Our inspectors are AHIT and NAHI certified, in addition they are familiar with a wide variety of situations. We believe that consumers have the right to expect the highest standards of thoroughness, fairness and effectiveness from their home inspector and that is exactly what we provide.

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NAHI Associate Member, The National Association of Home Inspectors

AHIT Certified Inspector, American Home Inspection Training Institute

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As a NAHI member we are bound by a strict Standards of Practice and a Code of Ethics. We take our membership very seriously and adhere to all standard and ethics. To view these standards you may click on the above link.

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Irrigation Inspection

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An irrigation inspection is a series of tests on an underground lawn irrigation system that determines how efficient the system is. An inspector will check the application rate, uniformity, and pressure of your system to determine how the efficiency of the system can be improved and to develop an appropriate watering schedule for the landscape. The entire process takes up to a couple of hours for the average residence depending on the size of the irrigation system.

The inspector will check the following areas of your irrigation system:

Backflow preventer

Controller and rain sensor - make sure devices are working properly and installed correctly

Operating the system - walk each zone to ensure no leaks or breaks exist in the main line or section piping, all valves are opening and closing correctly, check wiring connections to ensure proper wire connectors have been used, check for broken sprinkler heads, nozzles, shrub risers, drip irrigation, improper spray over impervious surfaces, head-to-head coverage, low or high pressure, low-head drainage and sprinkler heads set too high or too low.

When purchasing a home with an automatic irrigation system it is advisible to include the irrigation inspection at the time of the home inspection. Irrigation system failure can cost hundreds of dollars to repair and a leaking system can cost you hundreds if not thousands on your water bill.

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WDO Inspection

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A WDO* (Termite) Inspection is a visual inspection of all accessible areas of a home for evidence of wood-destroying insects (WDI) and wood-destroying organisms (WDO). The inspector will visually inspect the interior of a home, basement or crawlspace (including accessing and entering any scuttle holes, or pull down attic access points where Drywood termites are predominant) and exterior of the property. The inspector is checking for WDI (ants and bugs) and WDO (fungus). After the inspection has been performed, the findings are reported on a WDO form.

* All WDO Inspections are performed by a Licensed Termite Inspector that may or may not be an employee of FCHI.

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Pool / Spa Inspection

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A Florida pool is a must for some homeowners. It is a major pricing factor for home values. A home with a pool will most likely appraise for $15,000 more. A home without a pool will likely appraise for $15,000 less. If the market value of homes in your neighborhood is $150,000 a home with a pool will be worth 165k while one without 135k. Would you purchase a secondhand $30,000 car without an inspection?

We inspect new and existing pools and spas. This is a non-invasive visual inspection. The Inspector will evaluate the pool and /or spa, it current condition and all accessible components. After the pool / spa inspection we will present you with a comprehensive inspection report. Our pool / spa inspection report includes deficiency findings and our recommendations for following items:

Structural components

Electrical components

Plumbing components

Filtration components

Heating components

Safety components

Placement and protection - includes fencing, gates, screen enclosure, proximity to electrical wires, location of electrical outlets and placement to the home.

Vessel and coping - includes the pool and deck surface condition (cracks, discoloration, and pitting) and the coping surrounding the pool (open joints, cracking). Drains are inspected for the presence of anti-vortex covers for safety reasons.

Equipment - includes inspection of pool / hot tub lights, the presence of GFCI devices, junction box condition and location, pumps, filters, piping, timers, disconnects, heaters, controls, accessories, skimmers, and the appropriate electrical bonding is in place.

Operation - includes operation of the pump, inspection for leakage, proper skimming and filtration, heater activation, filter pressure and the operation of the spa blower.

Pool / Spa inspection is particularly beneficial and should be done at the same time as your home inspection, or after installation of the new pool or spa.

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Four Point Insurance Inspection

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A Four Point Insurance Inspection is often required when obtaining a new homeowners insurance policy or renewing an existing policy. The inspection includes a limited scope evaluation of the following four systems:

Roof Inspection

Electrical Inspection

HVAC (Heat, Ventilation %26amp; A/C)

Plumbing

The focus of the 4-point insurance inspection is to determine the approximate age, components, and general condition of these systems. A 4PT inspection is NOT a comprehensive home inspection and can take as little as an hour to complete. This type of insurance inspection should not be confused with a residential home inspection which is more comprehensive in detail and scope.

The insurance company will typically require that the inspections be performed by suitably licensed and qualified persons. 4-point inspections are performed by Florida State Licensed Home Inspectors.

The Four Point Insurance Inspection was created after Hurricane Andrew struck Florida in 1992. It is performed on behalf of the insurance companies as a requirement for the insurer offering insurance to the new homeowner. After 2004 salvo of hurricanes in Florida, the Four Point Insurance Inspection has taken on renewed importance.

Insurance companies see the benefit of the inspection; the program is spreading to other areas of the country. The benefit to the insurance company is reduced loss on homeowner’s insurance policies.

The benefit to the home owner is you know what state your 4 main components are in. You can budget for future repair or replacement.

The insurance companies are looking for the four systems to be in generally good working condition and fulfilling their intended function. In older homes the insurance companies want to see that the systems have been updated.

A 4-point inspection looks at age and functionality of the roof systems, electrical, HVAC (heating and cooling), and plumbing of the home. Specifically, what is the age of each system, what is the life expectancy and has any of the systems of the home been upgraded and if so, when.

The roof inspection is checking for what type of roof systems are installed and how many layers there are. The inspector checks to see if there are any visible truss damages; any visible roof leaks; any flashing damage or are there any missing shingles. The insurance companies want to know the age of the roofing materials and estimate life remaining.

The electrical portion focuses on the main panel. Is it a fused box or breaker panel? Can the panel handle the load of the home? With breakers, what type of panel and breakers are installed (there are panel types with known defects). The type of wiring and grounding, outlets, GFCI outlets within 6 feet of wet locations, and AFCI outlets in bedrooms are checked.

The HVAC or heating and cooling system details the type of system in the home, the age of the system and when any upgrades may have been made.

The plumbing checks the water pressure in the home, type of water supply, drain lines, and shut off valves. It covers the hot water heater (electric, gas or on demand), is the TPR valve present and properly installed and the age of the unit. Have the systems been upgraded and when?

The requirements for a 4 PT Insurance Inspection may vary from one insurance company to the next. When requesting a 4 PT inspection please specify the requirements of your insurance company and the name of the company.

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Wind Mitigation Inspection

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All Florida insurance providers are required to provide windstorm premium discounts to homeowners having enhanced structural features in their homes, such as hip roofs, hurricane straps or clips and roof covering that meet the 2001 Florida Building Code. Houses built after 1994 in Miami-Dade or Broward Counties and houses built after 2002 in Florida already have many wind resistive construction features and could qualify for significant credits. A wind mitigation inspection will certify your homes existing construction features.

A wind mitigation inspection is an inspection of the home covering areas of a structure that help protect it from strong hurricane force winds. If a home has these protective features in place correctly, it can qualify for wind credits with any insurance company in Florida. This can mean a considerable savings for home owners.

First Choice Home Inspection will verify the year the roof was last installed, the roof decking type and method of installation. What type of roof to wall construction was used, and the geometric shape the roof designs. For gable ends, have they been appropriately braced according to the 2001 building code? We will also check for a secondary water resistance (SWR) barrier on the roof. Are all the openings of the home protected with impact rated products.

Many Florida homes already meet the requirements for deductions that the home owner may not even know about. Hip roofs and SWR barriers alone can save home owners hundreds of dollars a year on your insurance premiums!

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New Home Warranty Inspection

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A New Home Warranty Inspection or Anniversary Inspection can save you thousands of dollars in out-of-pocket costs.

With all the excitement of settling into your home, it is easy to forget the warranty that most builders put on new homes. Typically these warranties expire after only one year, leaving the new homeowner and their sizeable investment at risk. A complete and thorough inspection of your home, before your warranty runs out, could save you thousands of dollars.

As an impartial, third-party inspector, First Choice does not perform repairs and we have no vested interest in discovering or concealing problems. We just present you with our findings and make recommendations as to what requires repairing or replacing.

The inspection is a detailed visual evaluation of your home performed by an experienced and professional home inspector prior to the expiration of a builder%26apos;s new home warranty. This inspection addresses any warranty-related concerns that you may want to bring to your builder%26apos;s attention.

Objects that are evaluated in the inspection include the following:

Structural Elements - Construction of walls, ceilings, floors, roof and foundation.

Exterior Evaluation - Wall covering, landscaping, grading, elevation, drainage, driveways, sidewalks, fascia, trim, doors, windows, lights and exterior receptacles.

Roof and Attic - Framing, ventilation, roof system construction, flashing and gutters. It does not include a guarantee of roof condition or a roof certification.

Plumbing - Identification of pipe materials used for potable, drain, waste and vent pipes, including condition. Toilets, showers, sink faucets and traps. It does not include a septic or sewer inspection.

Systems and Components - Water heaters, furnaces, air conditioning, duct work, chimney, and fireplace.

Electrical System - Main panel, circuit breakers, types of wiring, grounding, exhaust fans, receptacles, ceiling fans and light fixtures.

Appliances - Dishwasher, range and oven, built-in microwaves, garbage disposal and smoke detectors.

Garage - Slab, walls, ceiling, vents, entry, firewall, fire door, garage door, openers, lights, receptacles, exterior, windows and roof.

A home inspection provides you with an independent opinion as to the condition of the property at the time of the inspection. The inspector typically spends between two to three hours evaluating a home, and may recommend further evaluation if problems or symptoms are discovered. We strongly encourage you to attend the inspection with our inspector so that you can ask questions and learn even more about your home.

Don’t miss out on this exceptional opportunity to have your new home professionally evaluated while it is still under the builder’s warranty. You will know your investment in a new home will last well past the limitations of your builder’s one year warranty.

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Residential Home Checkup Package

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The Residential Home Checkup Package is a unique program of ongoing home checkups, performed by professional home inspectors, for the purpose of keeping a home in optimum condition and protecting the investment in the home. It is offered to homeowners who need professional help to guide them in taking care of a home. The checkup package enables the homeowner to create a maintenance plan.

The home checkup package is a five year maintenance plan that includes an initial residential home inspection and four annual home checkups. The ultimate goal is to create an ongoing plan for maintaining the home and prioritizing repairs that are most urgent and those that must be budgeted for future repair or replacement. First Choice Home Inspections is not a contractor and will not complete any of the repair, we are therefore impartial and only represent the home owners interests. We do not profit from any repair performed on your home.

Your home is one of the biggest investments your will ever make and just like your car it requires regular checkups and service. You should always be aware of the condition of your home and check your entire house yearly for maintenance and safety concerns. Home owners should also have their homes inspected before they purchase and every five years thereafter by a licensed and insured home inspector.

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Residential Home Inspection

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A First Choice home inspection is an evaluation of a home%26apos;s condition by a highly trained professional. The inspection is conducted with fairness and objectivity.

Purchasing your home may be the greatest single investment you ever make. Minimize unpleasant surprises and unexpected difficulties; learn as much as you can about the newly constructed or existing house before you buy it. A home inspection may identify the need for major repairs or builder oversights, as well as the need for maintenance to keep it in good shape. Once the inspection is complete, you can make decisions with confidence.

For the homeowner, a home inspection can identify problems in the making and suggest preventive measures that might help you avoid costly future repairs.

Selling your home, a home inspection can give you the opportunity to make repairs that will put the house in better selling condition.

In essence, a Home Inspection is a snapshot of a house on the day of the inspection. It is a non-invasive, visual evaluation of the property%26apos;s structure, foundation or basement, interior, exterior, roof, electrical, plumbing and heating and cooling systems. The purpose of an inspection is to detect major visible problems or defects and unsafe conditions.

Home Inspection includes an objective evaluation of the:

Structural Elements - Construction of walls, ceilings, floors, roof and foundation.

Exterior Evaluation - Wall covering, landscaping, grading, elevation, drainage, driveways, sidewalks, fascia, trim, doors, windows, lights and exterior receptacles.

Roof and Attic - Framing, ventilation, roof system construction, flashing and gutters. It does not include a guarantee of roof condition or a roof certification.

Systems and Components - Water heaters, furnaces, air conditioning, duct work, chimney, and fireplace.

Electrical System - Main panel, circuit breakers, types of wiring, grounding, exhaust fans, receptacles, ceiling fans and light fixtures.

Appliances - Dishwasher, range and oven, built-in microwaves, garbage disposal and smoke detectors.

Garage - Slab, walls, ceiling, vents, entry, firewall, garage door, openers, lights, receptacles, exterior, windows and roof.

The home inspection is used to assist a client in making a more informed purchasing decision. The inspector may also educate the buyer as to typical life expectancies, items to budget for replacement as well as how to take care of and maintain the property.

First Choice Home Inspections

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First Choice Home Inspections

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Our inspectors are AHIT and NAHI certified in addition, they are familiar with a wide variety of situations.

We believe that consumers have the right to expect the highest standards of thoroughness, fairness and effectiveness from their home inspector and that is exactly what we provide.

Providing Inspection Services for Central Florida

Volusia County, ALL

Deltona, Ormond Beach, Ormond by the Sea, Ormond, Osteen, Lake Helen, Cassadaga, Samsula, Debary, De Leon Springs, Conrad, Barberville, Pierson, South Daytona, Daytona Beach Shores, Ponce Inlet, Wilbur by the Sea, Port Orange, Clencoe, Edgewater, Holly Hill,

Seminole County, ALL

Forest City, Sanford, Casselberry, Altamonte Springs, Fern Park, Longwood, Winter Springs, Lake Mary, Heathrow, Midway, Geneva, Chuluota, Oviedo,

Lake County

Florida Hills, Cassia, Umatilla, Fullerville, Mt Plymouth, Ethel, Sorrento, Mt Dora, Eustis, Mt Homer, Tavares, Grand Island, Bassville Park, Lisbon, Leesburg, Fruitland Park, Lady Lake, The Villages, Wekiva,

Orange County

South Apopka, Apopka, Maitland, Winter Park, Lockhart, Zellwood, Eatonville

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Residential Home Inspection

A home inspection is an evaluation of a home%26apos;s condition by a highly trained professional. The inspection is conducted with fairness and objectivity.

For the homeowner, a home inspection can identify problems in the making and suggest preventive measures that might help you avoid costly future repairs.

Selling your home, a home inspection can give you the opportunity to make repairs that will put the house in better selling condition.

Home Inspection includes an objective evaluation of the:

Structural Elements - Construction of walls, ceilings, floors, roof and foundation.

Exterior Evaluation - Wall covering, landscaping, grading, elevation, drainage, driveways, sidewalks, fascia, trim, doors, windows, lights and exterior receptacles.

Roof and Attic - Framing, ventilation, roof system construction, flashing and gutters. It does not include a guarantee of roof condition or a roof certification.

Plumbing - Identification of pipe materials used for potable, drain, waste and vent pipes, including condition. Toilets, showers, sink faucets and traps. It does not include a septic or sewer inspection.

Systems and Components - Water heaters, furnaces, air conditioning, duct work, chimney, and fireplace.

Electrical System - Main panel, circuit breakers, types of wiring, grounding, exhaust fans, receptacles, ceiling fans and light fixtures.

Appliances - Dishwasher, range and oven, built-in microwaves, garbage disposal and smoke detectors.

Garage - Slab, walls, ceiling, vents, entry, firewall, garage door, openers, lights, receptacles, exterior, windows and roof.

Residential Home Checkup Package

The Residential Home Checkup Package is a unique program of ongoing home checkups, performed by professional home inspectors, for the purpose of keeping a home in optimum condition and protecting the investment in the home. It is offered to homeowners who need professional help to guide them in taking care of a home. The checkup package enables the homeowner to create a maintenance plan.

New Home Warranty Inspection

A New Home Warranty Inspection or Anniversary Inspection can save you thousands of dollars in out-of-pocket costs.

In all of the excitement of settling into your home, it is easy to forget about the warranty that most builders put on new homes. Typically these warranties expire after only one year, leaving the new homeowner and their sizeable investment at risk. A complete and thorough inspection of your home, before your warranty runs out, could save you thousands of dollars.