Our Services

Peak Home Inspections, LLC provides professional, reliable inspection services in the Greater Colorado Springs, Denver, Teller County, and Denver areas.

Services Provide:

• Buyers Inspection
• Seller Pre-Listing Inspection
• New Construction Inspection
• Warranty Inspection
• Testing for Mold, RADON,
  and Bacteria in Water
  

Buyers Inspection

Within 10 days of signing your contract you have the option to have an inspection done on your new home. This gives you the opportunity to obtain a qualified home inspector to do a comprehensive objective third party evaluation of the property and its components. This will give you the confidence and peace of mind that one of the most important investments you will make is an educated decision.

Sellers Pre-listing Inspection

Having your home inspected prior to listing offers several advantages in the process of selling your home. With the information from the report you can make necessary repairs ahead of time without having to meet a deadline. Any potential issues will already be repaired once an offer is accepted so they won't become cause for panic to find a qualified technician to make repairs in a short period of time.

A greater benefit to this type of inspection comes when you accept an offer. Because you were pro-active and had a pre-listing inspection done, you have eleminated one of the most stressful parts of the selling process. Having the home inspection report available and providing receipts of work already completed the buyer will be more confident in their decision and may waive the inspection contingency.

New Construction Inspection

This type of inspection should be done in two phases. The first phase of this type of inspection is done once the house in under roof, the trades are completed with their work just prior to the drywall being installed. I look at standard construction practices for this area and verify they have been followed. A key part of this inspection is to review your plan and the extras you requested to ensure they are roughed in accordingly. It is not uncommon for something to get overlooked.

The second phase takes place just prior to closing and preferably before your final walk through. All areas of the finished home are reviewed to ensure they operate as designed.

Warranty Inspection

This inspection will normally take place about 11 months after closing. This inspection is done to check for any deficiencies that have developed so they can be brought to the builders attention. Most builders offer a one year warranty, having this inspection completed within the 11th month will give you sufficient time to report problems to the builder and get the repairs completed before the warranty expires.

What do these inspections include?

Exterior - Inspect the exterior wall system, windows, doors, and roof to be sure all components are in good working condition. Identify any areas that may be deficient and suggest solutions to bring the discrepancy up to acceptable standards. I identify areas that may currently need basic maintenance and point out areas of the home that will need standard periodic maintenance in the future.

Grounds - Check the property to uncover any potential issues relating to grading, sidewalks, driveways, decks, patios, overhead utilities, and retaining wall systems. I look to see if the grading slopes properly away from the house so water will not rest up next to the foundation. I will inspect decks and patios to ensure they have safe railings and stairs. I will check the driveway and sidewalks to ensure there is no tripping hazards due to settling and shifting problems.

Interior - I look at the walls, ceilings, and floors for clues of structural issues, unusual settling, and water leaks. Doors, windows, cabinets, and closet shelf systems are inspected to ensure proper installation. Stairways are checked to ensure uniform rise and run and secure railings.

Electrical - The electrical system is checked from point of entrance to the outlets and switches. The electric service panel is checked to ensure correct wiring practices have been followed. Outlets and switches are checked in each room for correct wiring and operation. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) outlets are also checked for proper and safe operation.

Plumbing - Identify the type of supply piping throughout the house and check for areas of potential problems. Inspect the operation of faucets, sinks, tubs, showers, and toilets. Check drainage lines for leaks and proper drainage in sinks, tubs/showers and toilets. The water heater is also checked for proper installation and operation.

Heating and Air Conditioning - Inspect the furnace and air conditioner units to be sure they are in good repair and operate correctly. The distribution system is checked to ensure proper air flow is available in each room. Also, I will conduct tests to ensure there are no gas leaks or Carbon Monoxide being distributed into the house.

Foundation and Structure - The foundation is inspected for irregular settling, bowing and cracking in the wall surfaces. Moisture intrusion is also inspected. Floor and wall structural systems are inspected to ensure there are no deficiencies.

Roof - Shingles, flashings, vents, chimneys, and gutters are reviewed to ensure proper installation.

Testing - Upon request, I can test for Mold, RADON, and Bacteria in your water

Call us today to schedule a convenient time for us to come out and inspect your home. We're also available evenings and weekends:

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Our Home Inspectors Conduct Inspections in the Following Areas:
Greater Colorado Springs, Denver,
Teller County, Security, Widefield, and Fountain

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Peak Home Inspections, LLC, is a local professional inspection company that is dedicated to giving you a superior home inspection, whether you own the home or are planning to purchase a home in the near future.