Your Home Inspection

What exactly is a home inspection?

A home inspection is a visual, non-destructive examination of a home or commercial property. It is not technically exhaustive. Home inspectors cannot see defects behind a wall, behind household clutter, above a ceiling, or behind furniture. He or she will use their training, knowledge, and experience in their visual examination of your prospective home. If a component doesn’t work by normal means of operation the inspector won’t try to get it operating by any other means. He/she will only open those panels that are normally used to service a given piece of equipment. And if a danger exists to the inspector, he/she will not inspect that piece of equipment. They will defer any necessary repairs to a qualified trade professional, who is far more experienced in that type of application.

In short, having the home inspected by a qualified inspector is the single best move you can make in order to make an informed decision regarding the condition, purchase, or sale of your home.  After all, this is quite probably the biggest investment you will ever make . . . and at RK Home Inspection Services, we provide buyers, sellers, property owners, and realtors with important information essential to evaluating a property’s condition.

Why do I need a home inspection?

To minimize unpleasant surprises and unexpected difficulties, you should learn as much as you can about the newly constructed or existing house before you buy it.  A quality home inspection may identify the need for major and/or expensive repairs, builder oversights, as well as the need for maintenance to keep the home in good condition.  Following the inspection, you will have a better understanding of the home; which will allow you to make better decisions with greater confidence.

If you are already a homeowner, a home inspection can identify problems in the making.  And, if you are planning to sell your home, a home inspection can give you the opportunity to make the repairs that will place your house in a much better selling condition.

What is included?

RK Home Inspection Services utilizes industry standards in reporting the condition of your home. Your report and any on-site consultation will take you through a visual inspection and review of the home's major systems including the heating system; the central air conditioning system (temperature permitting); all visually accessible interior/exterior plumbing systems; the electrical system; the roofing system; the attic and any visible insulation; the walls; the ceilings; the floors; the windows and doors; the foundation; the appliances; and the visible structures of the home.

How long will it take?

The average inspection takes two to three hours depending on the size, age, and condition of the property.

When will I receive my report?

You will receive your report within 24-hours via web download. You can also choose to receive your report as an e-mail attachment (in a variety of formats.) The choice is yours. Of course, regular mail and fax deliveries are also options.

Should I be there?

We certainly encourage prospective buyers to be present for the inspection.  By being present, you will have a far greater understanding of your new home and you will have an opportunity to ask any questions you wish.  However, it is certainly not required that you attend the inspection.

What kind of report will I receive?

You will receive a detailed electronic report that is straightforward and written in clear, concise English. The report is clearly and logically laid out with color photographs attached detailing any discovered issue.

We will conduct a thorough inspection of your home . . .

As a certified home inspector, we have the knowledge and expertise to provide you with a thorough, non-intrusive, visual inspection of your home (from roof to foundation.)

Outside the home, we will check the exterior walls, roof, driveway, deck, etc., then we will move inside to examine the walls, ceilings, floors, doors, and windows. The heating, air-conditioning, plumbing, and electrical systems will all be examined to ensure that they function as intended. Bathrooms, kitchens, and laundry rooms receive a thorough check; along with the attic, basement, and/or crawl space.

Here are some of the many items we will be looking for during your home inspection:

• Foundation and support structure
• Fireplaces
• Roof systems
• Basement seepage
• Safety controls
• Water heater
• Ventilation
• Electrical capacity & components
• Structural integrity
• Steps and stairs
• Heating system
• Central Air Conditioning system
• Walks and driveways
• Built-in appliances
• Plumbing system & fixtures
• Garages, Carports, Workshops or other external buildings
• Surface drainage
• Windows & doors
• Insulation
• Gutters & downspouts
• Decks
• Sump pumps
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We invite you to come along and watch as we inspect your home, and feel free to ask questions at any time.  For more information on home inspections, please browse the rest of our web site. And, if you have any questions . . . please feel free to contact us!

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RK HOME INSPECTION SERVICES

Please call for a free estimate or to schedule your Bakersfield home inspection today!

CREIA Certified Inspector, CCI 

Bakersfield, California 

Call Randy @ 661-301-5323 

Email: randy@rkhomeinspections.com