MD Home Inspections by Affiliated Inspectors, Inc.

WHICH TYPE OF INSPECTION DO YOU NEED?

TOPICS: Buyers, Sellers, and Owners | New Construction, Renovation, Repairs | For a Safe Home

AFFILIATED inspections are tailored for existing and new structures, including:
» single family detached homes, townhouses, condos «
» multi-unit office or apartment buildings «
» restaurants, farms, embassies, and more «

Not sure which type of inspection you need? Call 301-986-8866.

FOR BUYERS, SELLERS, OWNERS

General Inspection
We inspect over 600 components in 9 major categories and systems. Most popular choice for:

Pre-Purchase (often called contract-contingent, including for "as-is" contracts)
Pre-Settlement
Pre-Listing
New Construction (choose Pre Close-In and/or Final Walk-Through inspection; our specially-priced New Construction package includes both)

Abbreviated Inspection
A very basic check for major conditions and limitations, often requested prior to offering a contract, when a bidding war is anticipated, or if contingencies are not used. Further inspections are usually needed.

Partial Inspection, Re-inspection, Pre-Settlement Inspection
Usual choice for inspecting a few items or systems, even as few as one! Suitable for:

Re-checking items that were previously flagged for remedy
Existing structures and new construction
Additions/improvements, renovations, repairs

Additional Services
Services such as mold, radon, or water testing are available with or without an inspection.

FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION; MAJOR REPAIRS;
ADDITIONS, IMPROVEMENTS, RENOVATION

Pre Close-In (Pre-Drywall), Progress, or Draw Inspection
Inspection is geared to stage and scope of construction. Examples include:

Inspect components and materials before they’re concealed by walls, floors, landscaping
Confirm that the correct materials are on site and properly stored to avoid damage
Determine that the job is on schedule
Confirm that work is done correctly; delineate needed remedies

Construction Final or Walk-Through Inspection
Before making final payment, double check that everything is properly installed and in normal working order.

Warranty Inspection
Most new work has a 1-year warranty period (sometimes less). That determines your timeline for informing the contractor about defects and deficiencies. If you have any concerns, let an unbiased expert evaluate and document conditions.

SAFETY and USAGE OF THE PROPERTY

Before you buy, and while you own your property, some of the following may be needed. Ask AFFILIATED for details at 301-986-8866.

Wet Basement/Foundation
Water entry and associated building damage can be confusing to diagnose and difficult to remedy. Let a disinterested third party separate myth from fact and outline the most effective remedies.

Diagnostic Inspection
What’s that smell? Where is that leak coming from? How much will it cost to fix? Why do those tiles keep coming up? Do I really need such an expensive furnace? Can I safely take out those walls to create the atrium I’ve always wanted? An unbiased professional opinion will help you and your contractor implement appropriate, cost-effective remedies for defects, recurring problems, project challenges.

Child/Family Safety Inspection
Based on our experience, the average home has more than a few potentially unhealthy, unsafe, or risky conditions which could affect your family’s health and well-being. Many are easy to remedy; others may be more challenging, but you need information to help you make good decisions. We show you how to make your home safer and healthier to live in.

Mold Inspection and Testing
This is an essential first step when dealing with mold, which many try to kill with bleach or Kilz^®, but that won’t stop it! What kind of mold do you have (remedies vary) and how do you keep it from coming back?

Radon Testing
There are documented health risks associated with the presence of radon above a certain level, and yet the remedies can be easy to implement. Your first step is proper testing for the presence of radon by our certified radon technicians.

Water Inspection and Testing
Did you know that common installation errors in your home--utilities, appliances, plumbing connections, and more--can, and do, compromise the safety of your drinking water? Have you tested your water for lead and other contaminants? What steps can you take to protect your family?

Asbestos Inspection and Testing
There's a 60% chance that there's asbestos in your home. But is it a current risk, and should you address it? Or, are you better off leaving it alone? That depends. Inform your decisions with AFFILIATED services.