Knowledgeable Home Inspection Experts
Buying a home is a significant investment and may be the biggest purchase you will ever make. A proper inspection is a critical step in this process and Gavel Inspection Service LLC (GIS) is here to help you protect your investment. With thousands of quality inspections performed on a variety of properties, GIS is your smart choice to h
Buying a home is a significant investment and may be the biggest purchase you will ever make. A proper inspection is a critical step in this process and Gavel Inspection Service LLC (GIS) is here to help you protect your investment. With thousands of quality inspections performed on a variety of properties, GIS is your smart choice to help minimize the risk involved in purchasing your new home. We understand this can be a stressful undertaking leaving you with many questions. Our job is to work with you and your agent to provide the information that you will need to be an educated buyer.
Easy to Read Reports
Gavel Inspection Service LLC understands that a quality inspection and a detailed report delivered in a timely manner is important to you. We use a high quality, easy to read inspection software that allows us to effectively communicate all of the inspection results to you in a clearly labeled, pdf document.
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HVAC
Electrical
Structure
Heating and Air Conditioning systems receive a visual inspection of all HVAC units, plumbing and electrical connections along with appropriate drain and safety systems. All permanent HVAC systems will be operated on heat and cool settings using the thermostat controls. Performance will be measured and documented.
Structure
Electrical
Structure
The Structure of the property including interior, exterior, accessible attic space and roof will be visually inspected for damage, deterioration, typical wear or defective construction. A full documentation of any issues along with captioned photos will be presented to you in our inspection report.
Plumbing
Electrical
Electrical
Plumbing system inspections include testing for the proper functioning of all fixtures, documenting any corrosion, leakage or damage that's visible. Permanent fixtures including water heaters, faucets, toilets etc. will be tested in accordance with the normal operation of the fixture.
Electrical
Electrical
Electrical
Electrical system inspections includes testing of wall switches, outlets, including GFCI's, light fixtures and fans. A visual inspection of breaker panels, sub panels, service lines, disconnect panels, exposed or improper wiring and utility appliance connections is also covered.
Drone Imagery
Thermal Imagery
Thermal Imagery
Drones allow us to safely inspect roofs that are often too high, steep or wet.
The use of modern drones with HD cameras provides us another quality tool to augment the overall inspection. Our report will include high resolution images of important feature like chimneys, dormers, vents and trim that would normally be seen from ground level
Drones allow us to safely inspect roofs that are often too high, steep or wet.
The use of modern drones with HD cameras provides us another quality tool to augment the overall inspection. Our report will include high resolution images of important feature like chimneys, dormers, vents and trim that would normally be seen from ground level only.
FAA Part 107 CERTIFIED for commercial drone use and experienced in their use for inspections is another benefit for the home buyer.
Thermal Imagery
Thermal Imagery
Thermal Imagery
Thermal Imagescan help identify cold spots, hot spots, insulation issues and moisture intrusion. Electrical defects can include overloaded and undersized circuits, overheated electrical equipment and possible electrical faults. Water intrusion around plumbing fixtures, roof surfaces and wall /ceiling areas can also be detected.
Radon Testing
Thermal Imagery
Moisture Meter
RADON short term testing is an important service that can give valuable insight into the air quality of the property. Serious health issues have been connected with extended exposure to high levels of Radon. Consider an affordable RADON test to ensure you have accurate information to make the property safe for your family, even if it requires a simple Radon remediation.
Moisture Meter
Thermal Imagery
Moisture Meter
Moisture meters are a crucial tool in the inspectors tool box and are capable of detecting moisture levels in most building materials. Structural and safety hazards, such as organic growth, rot and decay are all potential consequences of elevated moisture levels. An inspector can use a moisture meter to locate moisture that would not otherwise be apparent.
Detailing damage and safety issues.
Growing organic matter on the insulation in the crawlspace under the living areas.
Water pressure in the home was far above the safe standard of 48-80 psi.
Rusted terminals on the circuit breakers could cause heat and is a potential fire hazard.
Water leak damage and growing fungus on rafter and decking in attic.
High humidity in the A/C system easily growing organic matter and spreading throughout the home.
Live wire damage from animal activity in the attic.
Older electrical panel over loaded with additional circuits, multiple wires sharing common terminals
Damaged live wire buried in attic insulation.
Improper repair of AC unit using spray foam.
Exposed live wire connections and open junction boxes found in attic.
Exposed live wire in attic.
Previous fire damage in attic space.
Damaged rafter, splitting, discovered in attic space.
Water leak and damaged rafters in attic.
Rafter, roof decking and insulation damage from water leak in attic.
Shingle damage and exposed decking, allowing water infiltration.
HVAC ductwork damage, leaking air into attic.
Suspected termite damage to subfloor.
Damaged and leaking water pipe connection.
Apparent illegal drug use in attic.
Worn and damaged roofing material.
Damaged shingles and siding without gap between roof with missing flashing.
Standing water under house causing piers to fail.
HVAC ductwork with worn and failing insulation wrap.
New construction with improper notching of rafter to fit ductwork.
Evidence of attic fire and wood charring.
Large hole in roof, likely from fallen tree branch.
Water damage around leaking vent pipe penetrating roofing deck in attic.
Sticky traps in attic space showing signs of animal intrusion.
New construction installation of vent pipe improperly contacting wood framing creating a fire hazard.
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