If you have additional questions, feel free to contact us.
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There is no
one background that fully trains an
inspector for all the different
conditions that may exist in a home.
Regardless of their technical background
or licensing, all home inspectors should
be formally trained to perform a home
inspection by one of four New Jersey
State accredited schools, thus insuring
their knowledge of the home inspection
process.
Make sure the inspector
has access to on-going technical support
and offers you post-inspection advice if
needed.
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Q.
Does Aggressive Inspections provide an expense analysis (break down
of costs to fix issues) ?
No.. We do not
perform an expense analysis in our inspection report.
This would be a great tool to provide our clients. They
would be able to negotiate price with the seller to fix
the discovered issues. There are some companies that
offer this. But be aware of any wording like “estimated”
because their expense analysis is a good guess at its
best and “estimated” releases them of any liability if
they are wrong. Aggressive Inspections will provide our clients
with estimated costs as we are performing the inspection
but the only true way to known what costs you will incur
is to have a qualified expert look at the work.
Q.
The
house has problems now what do I do?
Not even a new home is perfect. If
problems are
identified, it doesn't necessarily mean you
shouldn't buy, only that you will know in advance what
to expect. A seller may adjust the purchase price or
contract terms if major problems are found. If your
budget is tight, or if you don't wish to become involved
in future repair work, this information will be
extremely important to you.
Q.
What
types of homes do you inspect?
We inspect one and two family homes,
multiple family homes, homes of all sizes:
Co-ops, Condos and apartments and commercial.
Q. What is the Pre-Inspection
Agreement?
The Pre-Inspection Agreement
explains the services and limitations of a home
inspector. All clients must sign the agreement prior to
each inspection.
Q.
What is a home inspection?
A home inspection is an objective visual
examination of a structure by a home inspector. Having a home inspected is
like having a physician giving a physical check-up. If
problems or symptoms are found, the inspector may
recommend further evaluation.
Q.
What is included in a home
inspection?
You will receive a printed
report. Our report
(see Aggressive Inspections
sample report) will review the condition of the
home's heating system, central air conditioning system
(temperature permitting), plumbing and electrical
systems; the roof, attic, and insulation; walls,
ceilings, floors, windows and doors; the foundation,
basement, and all other visible and accessible areas of
the building.
Q.
How long
does it take an inspector to do an inspection
?
The average 1 family house inspection
takes 2.5 - 3.5 hours. This is all dependant on the size of
the property and ease of movement throughout the
building. And information provided by the inspector.
Q. What are my costs?
See
Pricing.
Q.
How do I schedule an
home inspection?
You can call (973 715-9375) or fill out
the
contact online form
today for an inspection as early as
tomorrow. Home inspections need to be preformed prior to
sunset. Regular business hours are weekdays and weekends from 8 a.m.
- 7 p.m.
It is preferred. Make every effort to attend and ask questions during the inspection of your inspector. Although it is not necessary for you to be present for the inspection, it is strongly recommended. You will be able to observe the inspector and ask questions directly. You will also find the printed report easier to understand if you've seen the property first-hand with the inspector.
Q.
Why do I need a home inspection?
A home is probably the
largest single investment you will ever make. You should
learn as much as you can about the condition of the
property before you buy it from your inspector. After the inspection, you
will have a much clearer understanding of the property
you are about to purchase.
Q.
When do
I get
my report?
We recognize that our clients have the
need to be provided with their inspection immediately.
Aggressive Inspections can accommodate this request through
technology. But we strongly recommend not going this
route. Carpenters have a saying "measure twice cut
once". We want to provide our clients with
the most accurate information we can. Like the
carpenter we believe in reviewing the report twice.
We guarantee to have the report to you within 24 hours.
Q.
Can a house fail an
home inspection?
No... The home inspection is an
examination of the current condition of your prospective
home. It is not an appraisal, which determines market
value, or a municipal inspection, which verifies local
code compliance. The home inspector will describe its visible
physical condition and indicate what may need repair or
replacement.
Q.
What do you know about radon in granite countertops
?
Does the EPA believe that there's radon in granite
countertops? (Excerpt taken from the EPA Website - www.epa.gov)
"Granite is a natural mineral formed by earth's
geology. It is mined and used to produce
commercial products such as countertops. It is
possible for any granite sample to contain varying
concentrations of uranium that can produce radon gas.
Some granite used in countertops may contribute variably
to indoor radon levels. However, EPA has no
reliable data to conclude that types of granite used in
countertops are significantly increasing indoor radon
levels."
"At this time, we do not have adequate data to determine the radiation risk to people from granite countertops. EPA will continue to monitor and analyze the research on this issue."
Q.
What does a home
inspector do ?
Definitions of a home inspector from the web.
· A home inspection is a non-invasive examination of the condition of a home, often in connection with the sale of that home.
· A person who carries out the home inspection of a dwelling before it is sold.
· A professional who evaluates the structural soundness and operating systems of a residence.
· A person who offers a service of making a physical inspection of homes. Qualifications may vary.
· An individual who has a broad general background and understanding relating to basic house construction, common house problems and methods for their correction.
· Any person who examines any component of a building, through visual means and through normal user controls, without the use of mathematical sciences.
A home inspector is a person who is not an expert in any system or field. A home inspector is a generalist. Who is trained to identify visual problems. A home inspector Does Not do code inspections.
A home inspector
gives the client an impartial, physical
evaluation of the overall condition of the
home and items that need to be repaired or
replaced. The inspector and the inspection gives a detailed
report on the condition of the structural
components, exterior, roofing, plumbing,
electrical, heating, insulation and
ventilation, air conditioning, and
interiors.
