COVID-19 UPDATE: Due to social distancing regulations put in place by our and the surrounding counties, please limit attendance to the inspection to one or two people. Also, please refrain from shaking hands with the inspector and maintain the required six feet distance. We apologize for any inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.
State licensed Inspection company proudly serving Katy, Richmond, Cypress, Sugarland, Fulshear, Brookshire and surrounding areas.
AJ Waqif
State Licensed Professional Home Inspector
TREC #22011
State Licensed Professional Home Inspector
TREC #22011
Home of Free Advice,
No strings attached. Ask questions with text and pictures.
No strings attached. Ask questions with text and pictures.
Included in the inspection
- Structural elements: Construction of visible foundation, evidence of sagging or bowing of the structure, and window alignment
- Safety: Operating fire and carbon monoxide alarms, condition of stairs, hand and guardrails, and garage door openers
- Grounds: Proper drainage
- Roof: Condition of shingles, any repairs/patches to roofs, clear vents, damage to chimneys, and properly working gutters
- Exterior surfaces: Correct clearance between ground and siding material, and properly working lights and electrical outlets
- Attic: Sufficient insulation, proper ventilation, and any sign of leaking or water damage
- Interior plumbing: No damaged or leaking pipes, proper hot water temperature, as well as functioning toilets, sinks, bathtubs, and showers
- Electrical system: Up-to-code condition and type of visible wiring, and proper function of circuit breakers, outlets, light fixtures, and fans
- Appliances: Proper function of stove, dishwasher, food disposer, microwave and rangehood
- Heating and cooling systems: Condition of furnace, air conditioning (temperature permitting), water heater, chimney, and fireplace
- Garage: Solid foundation, windows, ceiling, framing, and roof; working garage door opener; up-to-code electrical system; and proper function of outlets
- Sprinkler system check
- Termite check (visibility limited)
Each inspection usually takes a few hours depending on the square footage and condition of the house. Turnaround time for the report is 1 day.