A building inspection is an inspection of a structure or building carried out during it’s construction.
The aim of the building inspection is to ensure compliance is met in accordance with the plans and the construction code.
A home inspector should check the following: All electrical systems, heating and ventilation systems, the primary source of water and water quality, the condition of the plumbing, waste disposal, water heating and foundations. The inspection should also include the doors, walls, ceilings, floors and the roof.
The intention of the building inspection is to act as a spot check to verify code compliance.
Environmental health protection is also included in a building inspection.
You could consider having the home inspected for possible future health hazards such as radon gas, asbestos or potential water or waste disposal system problems.
Construction and building inspection services may employ a number of qualified inspectors.
It’s advisable to have a home inspector to inspect your potential new home before signing an offer.
It is the job of the home inspector to inform you of any repairs that need to be carried out as well as a cost estimate of those repairs.
It is not the intention of a building inspection to point out every defect of small problem in a property.
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