RESIDENTIAL and COMMERCIAL INSPECTIONS SERVICES

We strive to follow the code of ethics and standards of practice required by the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors® (InterNACHI).

CODE OF ETHICS

STANDARDS OF PRACTICE

 Our Home inspection services at 208 Inspections | Residential+Commercial provide  a limited, visual, and non-invasive examination of a property's readily  accessible areas and systems, such as the structure, foundation, roof,  plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems. A  qualified home inspector evaluates these components to identify  existing defects or safety hazards and then delivers a detailed written  report to the client, often a potential buyer, to inform their  decision-making process regarding the real estate purchase. The inspection does not offer a pass/fail result, guarantee future condition, or include invasive testing. Our Inspectors are trained thru the American Home Inspector Training (AHIT) Institute and certified thru the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors, recognized as InterNACHI as a Certified Professional Inspector (CPI)® as well as receiving additional training and certification on the individual components of each aspect of our basic home inspection services, as well as specialty inspection services we offer as additional services. 

KEY AREAS OF FOCUS IN OUT STANDARD HOME INSPECTION

(our Standard Home Inspection Services include as basic NADRA 10-point inspection deck evaluation with every inspection we perform).

• GENERAL INFORMATION - This area includes basic information of that pertains to the home such as the year built, square footage, weather and soil conditions at the time of the inspection (which could affect the inspection process) and utilities which were on during the time of the inspection.

• SITE INFORMATION - Drainage and grading, vegetation, retaining wall systems, driveways, walkways, steps, stoops and sidwalks and basic patio and deck information.

• EXTERIOR SYSTEMS - Exterior covering or cladding systems, exterior trim systems, windows (exterior inspection), entry doors, deck information, deck stair framing, deck stairs, guards and handrails, deck footings / supports and posts / columns, deck beams and joists, deck ledger board systems, deck boards  / deck surface system, deck handrail and guardrail assemblies, deck illumination and miscellaneous systems and patio systems.

• GARAGE SYSTEM - Type of garage, garage size, garage door opening and safety systems.

• ROOFING SYSTEMS - Roof design, roof covering, approximate age of the roof if able to be determined, roof ventilation, vent stacks, chimneys, skylights, flashings, soffits and fascia and gutters and downspouts. (Roof inspections are typically conducted from the ground with magnification systems for safety purposes).

• STRUCTURE OF THE HOME - Foundation types, sign of water penetration, prior waterproofing, floor structure, subflooring, wall structure, attic space information, roof structure and sheathing, crawlspace and vapor barriers, floor joists, subflooring materials and attic / crawlspace / floorspace insulation.

• ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS - Type of service and service drop, drip loop and mast information, electrical meter base information, main disconnect location, service panel location and manufacturer, service line material if observable, service voltage and amperage, grounding of the service panel, branch circuit wiring if present, overcurrent protections, GFCI and AFCI protection at the service panel, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and the operation of electrical receptacles, switches and GFCI receptacles.

• HEATING, VENTILATION & AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEMS - Heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems and information.

• PLUMBING SYSTEMS - Water service information, main water valve and fuel valve locations, type of sanitary service, water and waste piping, sump pump locations and operation if required and water heater information.

• BATHROOMS - Bathroom details, GFCI protection, operation of fixtures and toilets, active plumbing leaks observed at the time of the inspection (active plumbing or water leaks or observed at the time of the inspection are inspected through the inspection process as wall , bathroom finishes and ventilation systems.

• KITCHENS - Cabinet systems, countertops, sink and faucet system ventilation systems, GFCI protection  and appliances.

• LAUNDRY ROOMS & MUDROOMS - Cabinet systems, laundry countertops and sinks, GFCI protection, the washer and dryer if present, dryer venting, laundry hookups, active leaks observed at the time of the inspection and exhaust ventilation systems.

• INTERIOR SYSTEM & BASIC FINISHES - Floors, wall types and finishes, window types and operation of a windows that can be accessed and are not fixed, information about the window systems if observable (like material of the frame), entry and interior doors, fireplace and stoves, stair systems, guards and railing and general over pictures of the homes interior and systems.    

We are  certified deck inspection professional thru the North American Deck and Railing Association (NADRA®) as well as certified and trained as deck inspectors thru the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI®) and utilized the parameters and guidelines of the NADRA® Deck Evaluation Check List as well as our experience in designing and build high quality custom deck system in the Treasure Valley and surrounding communities as the basis for our custom deck inspections.

Requirements from  comprehensive deck safety inspection involves checking  for wood rot, loose or corroded fasteners, securely anchored posts, and  stable railings and stairs by probing for softness and testing for  movement and wobble.

Key inspection areas of a Deck Inspection should include the following area:

• Stairs
• Footings/Deck Supports and Posts/Columns
• Beams and Joists
• Ledger
• Deck Boards/Deck Surface
• Handrail Assemblies and Guards
• Additional Features

LOG HOME INSPECTION SERVICES - 

A log home inspection assesses  the structural integrity and overall condition of a log home and is often based on the timeframe in which the log home was built as well as the type of log wall system which was utilized. An emphasis is based around gathering information from the current owners of the home in many cases. A visual and minimally invasive log home inspection is focusing  on wood decay, staining, chinking, moisture levels, and surrounding  landscaping. Key elements to check include cracks and mold on the  logs, hollow-sounding logs indicating rot, gaps in chinking and seams,  and moisture content in the wood. Regular maintenance, such as annual  inspections, softwashing, restaining, and sealing, is crucial for  preserving log homes and preventing damage from moisture, insects, and  decay. This type of inspection is primarily a visual inspection service to identify information on the general condition of the log home system and identify areas which may be in need of further evaluation by a contractor who specialized in log home systems. 

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