The short answer is “no” but only because this is not a pass/fail test we are performing.

No home is perfect and most issues discovered are manageable. SiteLogics inspection process includes giving you the information needed to move forward and correct any discovered problems. If you’ve ever heard that a home failed inspection, in reality it only failed one person’s expectations or willingness to correct specific issues discovered during the home inspection. 

So many homes, especially in older construction, use a storage closet to hide your bulky and unappealing water heater. If your water heater is in a confined area, it’s recommended you consult with a licensed plumbing professional to determine if this installation is safe for the homes occupants.

Some closet installations are OK, for example electric or direct vent water heaters are just fine. However the most common water heater we see on inspections is the gas burning natural draft type.

The problem associated with a natural draft gas water heater closet installation is the potential back drafting of carbon monoxide into your living space.

Now a popular strategy in the competitive real estate market in Fort Collins and Northern Colorado in general. Buyers can gain an edge in their competing offer to waive their inspection objections. Just be clear, you are NOT waiving your actual inspection.

While these terms will limit and in most cases eliminate your opportunity to ask for repairs on defects and safety issues on the property you’re under contract for, an inspection is no less important for you moving forward. Here’s why…

The roof structure and roof covering condition is your homes first defense against water intrusions but its condition is typically a mystery to home buyers. From the ground your roof can look perfectly fine but many important deficiencies cannot be identified until a qualified professional is able to walk the roof or at least inspect it from the eaves. This is where SiteLogic starts every home inspection and will walk the roof every time as long as it is safe to do so.

There are hundreds of deficiencies that can be found on a roof systems in Fort Collins, Loveland, and Northern Colorado, so instead of discussing all the potential problems that vary in importance, let’s use this blog to mention the main purposes of the roof system, common issues discovered on home inspections, and general maintenance you can perform to prolong the life of your roof.

Just like the entire house is a system of interdependent parts, so is the roof. A weakness if this area can limit many of your homes mechanical and structural components. All roofs should have one layer of shingles, underlayment, and proper flashing.