Inspection Service Types
U.S. Inspect is the one-stop solution for all of your home inspection needs.
Home Inspection
A professional home inspection is extremely important, particularly since a home is often the largest investment people make. To protect your investment, professional consultants provide a general evaluation of the home-a visual inspection from roof to foundation. Consultants objectively identify material defects in the systems, structures and components of the home, in adherence to or exceeding national, state, and industry regulations and standards.
Radon Testing
Radon, the second leading cause of lung cancer, is a radioactive gas emitted from the ground that may seep into the home. U.S. Inspect's Continuous Monitor Radon Testing program boasts unrivaled accuracy and uses the most advanced electronic radon measurement instruments in the industry. Compared to other radon measurement devices that collect only one radon sample per hour, our tamper-resistant machines collect samples every 15 minutes. U.S. Inspect's continuous radon monitor has consistently tested within 3-4% of the Environmental Protection Agency's generous accuracy requirement of 25%.
SeptiCheck
The most comprehensive review of a septic system, waste management specialists evaluate the inner mechanics of the septic system-the tank's interior structure, drainage lines, tank and absorption areas-to protect you against repair or replacement costs that are often in excess of $20,000. SeptiCheck reveals small or developing septic system defects-and that means you can head them off before they become significant and expensive.
Termite (and other wood-destroying insects and organisms) Inspection
Termite inspections, a component of U.S. Inspect's larger Wood Destroying Insect and Wood Destroying Organism (WDI/WDO) inspection program, evaluate the presence of WDI/WDO in a home. State-certified consultants provide homebuyers with accurate and detailed WDI/WDO inspection reports that use simple, consistent terms and are easy to understand.
Speciality Inspections
In addition to our standard inspection types, U.S. Inspect performs a variety of specialty inspections that are sure to address every home inspection need. We've listed some of our most common specialty inspections below.
Asbestos
Asbestos specialists determine the presence of asbestos in the home by sending sample materials to the lab for further inspection, when necessary. Our qualified asbestos consultants also render an opinion as to the appropriate course of action and provide cost estimates for remediation, if warranted.
Chimney
Chimney specialists evaluate the overall condition of a chimney, render an opinion as to the appropriate course of action and provide cost estimates for remediation, if warranted.
Electrical
Electrical specialists evaluate the overall condition of a home's electrical system, render an opinion as to the appropriate course of action and provide cost estimates for remediation, if warranted.
Geotechnical (Soil)
Our geotechnical engineers analyze soil to determine its stability, render an opinion as to the appropriate course of action and provide cost estimates for remediation, if warranted.
Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
HVAC specialists evaluate the overall condition of a home's heating, ventilation and air conditioning system, render an opinion as to the appropriate course of action and provide cost estimates for remediation, if warranted.
Lead Paint
Lead paint specialists perform a noninvasive inspection to determine the presence of lead in paint and provide remediation recommendations, if warranted.
Plumbing
Plumbing specialists evaluate the overall condition of a home's plumbing system, render an opinion as to the appropriate course of action and provide cost estimates for remediation, if warranted.
Pool/Hot Tub
Pool and hot tub specialists evaluate the overall condition and operability of the system and/or components of a swimming pool, hot tub, spa or jacuzzi. Remediation recommendations and cost estimates are also provided, if warranted.
Seawall
Dock and seawall specialists evaluate the condition of a home's dock and seawall, render an opinion as to the appropriate course of action and provide cost estimates for remediation, if warranted.
Septic Dye
Septic system specialists use a tracer dye to determine current surface breakout in a system, a cursory check of a septic system's operability. Remediation recommendations and cost estimates are also provided, if warranted. For a more comprehensive septic inspection, we recommend SeptiCheck.
Structural
A licensed professional engineer provides an opinion regarding the structural condition of a property at the time of the inspection and identifies observable structural defects, and outlines recommended corrective actions, including cost estimates when applicable.
Underground Storage Tank
Underground storage tank (UST) specialists perform soil or tightness tests to determine the integrity of a UST and its fuel and vent lines. Remediation recommendations and cost estimates are also provided, if warranted.
Well
Our well specialists visually evaluate the overall condition and operability of the well system and/or individual components. Remediation recommendations and cost estimates are also provided, if warranted.
