What's included in your home inspection?
A home is a major investment—our inspection is designed to protect it. We evaluate every accessible major system using industry-leading tools and a standards-exceeding approach. Below is a clear overview of what’s included in your Patterson Property Inspections home inspection.
1 | Interior and Exterior Inspection
Our interior and exterior inspection provides a complete visual assessment of the home’s living spaces and outer structure. Indoors, we evaluate walls, floors, ceilings, doors, windows, cabinetry, and built-in features for signs of damage, moisture intrusion, or improper installation. Outdoors, we examine siding, stucco, trim, patios, walkways, fencing, and drainage to identify deterioration, grading concerns, and potential pest or water issues. This thorough review helps ensure the home is functioning safely and performing as intended.
2 | Structural Inspection
We evaluate the home’s structural components—including the foundation, visible load-bearing walls, roof structure, framing, and attic supports—to identify settlement, cracking, moisture intrusion, or deterioration. The inspection also assesses general stability, structural alignment, and safety issues that may compromise the building's performance over time. This critical review provides insight into the long-term integrity of the home.
3 | Roof and Attic Inspection
Your inspection includes a detailed evaluation of the roof covering, underlayment (where visible), flashings, roof penetrations, and drainage elements. We look for cracked tiles, installation issues, aging materials, and indicators of leaks. In the attic, we assess insulation depth, ventilation, structural framing, moisture staining, and mechanical venting to ensure the space is properly protected and energy-efficient. This combined roof and attic review helps detect potential water intrusion, heat loss, and structural concerns early.
4 | HVAC Inspection
We assess all accessible heating and cooling equipment—including furnaces, heat pumps, air conditioners, thermostats, and ductwork—to verify proper operation, airflow, and efficiency. The inspection looks for signs of wear, insufficient maintenance, missing insulation, and issues with condensation systems or ventilation. Our HVAC evaluation ensures your system is performing safely and efficiently while identifying conditions that may affect comfort or energy use.
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5 | Plumbing Inspection
We examine all visible plumbing components, including water supply lines, shut-off valves, fixtures, drainage systems, and water-heating equipment. The inspection checks for leaks, corrosion, clogs, inadequate water pressure, and outdated or damaged materials. Tankless water heaters, TPR safety valves, and exterior plumbing elements are also evaluated. Our goal is to confirm functional flow, proper drainage, and safe operation throughout the home.
6 | Electrical Inspection
Our electrical inspection includes a full review of the main service panel, subpanels, breakers, wiring, grounding, outlets, switches, lighting fixtures, smoke alarms, carbon monoxide detectors, and GFCI/AFCI protection. We look for improper wiring, damaged components, non-functional devices, and safety hazards. This ensures the electrical system meets modern safety expectations and supports the household’s power needs.
