Residential Inspection Services
Residential Insurance Inspections
Replacement Cost Appraisals - Insurance Appraisals
Documents the construction features of the subject property's improvements and provides the estimated replacement cost of the insurable improvements in the event of a total catastrophic loss due to an insurable cause. Replacement Cost Appraisals are calculated based on current industry and market conditions and are sourced utilizing industry standard valuation software
Also known as Insurance Replacement Cost Appraisals, Replacement Cost Valuations or Insurance Appraisals.
Wind Mitigation: Uniform Mitigation Verification Inspections
Documents the subject property’s wind mitigation construction features that help protect the structure and its occupants from heavy wind and/or rain experienced in a hurricane or storm. This inspection can result in discounts on your insurance premium.
Applicable to one-to-four-unit residential dwellings, including apartments and condominiums; Residential buildings with one-to-three stories, including five or more unit apartments and condominiums.
4-Point Inspections
Documents the subject property's four major systems (i.e. mechanical, electrical, plumbing and roofing systems) to ensure that the property is insurable, habitable, and that the systems present no hazards to the occupants of the property.
Roof Condition Certification Inspections
Documents the age, condition, remaining useful life, and permit history of each roofing system.
Residential Due Diligence Inspections
Pre-Purchase Inspection
Evaluates the major building systems (Structural, Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, and Roof) to document their condition and verify that they are in working order. This inspection provides the prospective purchaser of the property with a report that outlines all major building systems and their condition. Any deficiencies will be documented along with estimated repair costs.
Indoor Air Quality & Mold Testing
A mold assessment involves a physical walk-through of the property to identify and document conditions that are conducive for mold growth. A minimum of three air-quality samples (one exterior control and two interior samples) will be collected and laboratory tested to determine the indoor air quality (IAQ) and fungal ecology of the indoor air. Surface samples of any mold-like substance may be taken as well. Toxic mold can have harmful effects on the health and should be taken seriously.
Thermal Imaging (Aerial)
An FAA licensed unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) remote pilot will conduct an aerial survey using the latest advanced thermal imaging drone technology to evaluate the property as required by the client. Our licensed professionals utilize advanced thermal drones to identify and evaluate deficiencies pertaining to the subject property, such as structural integrity issues, building envelope issues, roof inspections. We also offer non-aerial thermographic inspections for interior areas.