Residential Inspection
Roots Property Inspection provides comprehensive inspections and reporting on the condition of your home’s readily accessible structural components and major systems. Along with the visual evaluation, we use thermal imaging technology, videography and moisture meter tools as needed to give you the most thorough inspection possible. We follow InterNACHI’s Standards of Practice and assess these areas according to their principles:
- Roof: covering materials, venting, flashings, chimneys, skylights
- Attic: insulation materials and ventilation system
- Exterior: structural components, windows, doors, trim, siding
- Decks, Porches, Walkways, Stairways, and Railings
- Grading and Drainage
- Basement, Foundation, and Crawl Space
- HVAC System: heating and cooling units, venting, distribution system
- Plumbing System: water heating units, fixtures, faucets, piping, drains, traps
- Electrical System: electrical paneling, breakers, fuses, receptacles, wiring, outlets
- Interior: built-In appliances, stairs, ceilings, walls, floors, fireplaces, doors, windows
- Attached Garages
- Mold & Pest inspections included in every Residential Inspection
Home Inspection Glossary |
Additional Services Offered
Commercial Building Inspection
We will assess the unique structural features and systems of your commercial space. Our commercial building inspection ensures your property is safe and sufficient for your business needs.
Pre-Listing Inspection
A pre-listing inspection allows you to see your home through a buyer’s eyes. Don’t be caught off guard during negotiations when the buyer’s inspection uncovers defects of which you weren’t aware. This inspection gives you the means to address repairs at your convenience. It enables you to know the true condition of your home before you place it on the market and can help facilitate an accelerated sale.
Four-Point Inspection
A four-point inspection evaluates these major systems of your home: roofing, heating and cooling, plumbing, and electrical. This type of inspection is a valuable way to ensure your rental or investment property is secure or obtain homeowners insurance on your older home.
New Construction Consulting/Inspection
Having a third party, unbiased consulting the building of your new home or inspection of your newly built home is the best way to ensure that building practices and materials are built with integrity. As Build Durability & Energy Efficiency Experts we can make sure your home will be comfortable, efficient and last a lifetime. We will inspect your home for flaws during the construction process that should be addressed before the builder’s draws and final walk-through.
Re-Inspection
When you are having repairs made, you want to guarantee that workmanship complies with building codes and industry standards. We will return after your first inspection to evaluate the competence of repairs made based off our initial findings.
Radon Testing
Radon is a carcinogenic, naturally occurring gas. Its danger lies in the fact that it is colorless and odorless and is linked to lung cancer. We provide state-of-the-art radon testing to verify that radon levels in your home are safe.
Pricing
Residential Inspection
This is for residential one building and price amount is based on heated square feet. 1 garage inspection included (attached or detached). Please make sure utilities are on. If not, please call me before the day of inspection.
up to 1000 sq. ft. - $275.00
1000 - 1500 sq. ft. - $300.00
1500 - 2000 sq. ft. - $325.00
2000 - 2500 sq. ft. - $350.00
2500 - 3000 sq. ft. - $375.00
3000 - 3500 sq. ft. - $425.00
3500 - 4000 sq. ft. - $450.00
4000 - 4500 sq. ft. - $475.00
4500 - 5000 sq. ft. - $500.00
Additional sq. ft. over 5,000 - $500.00 plus $0.15 per sq. ft.
Additional building on property $0.10 per sq. ft.
Detached garages, outbuildings, pole barns, sheds, etc.
Commercial Building Inspection - $0.15 per sq.ft. ($300 minimum)
Discounts & Additional Charges
Repeat Customer Discount ($35.00)
If I have already performed an inspection for you in the last year.
Military/Service Discount ($35.00)
Active or Veteran Military service, Police & Firefighter. We appreciate your contributions to our safety and freedom!
Out of Area + $1.00 per mile (accumulated mileage to & from inspection beyond 25 miles from 48640)
If you live outside the area this charge is in addition to the main service due to the distance, traffic and time.
Houses Built Before 1950 + $50.00
Homes of this age usually require more time and more difficult areas to inspect.
Re-Inspection - $100.00
This re-inspection is only for those items repaired by the seller. We did not re-inspect any item that was considered working properly or was not specified by the buyer's request for repairs by the seller.
Additional Services
Pre listing Inspection Discount ($30.00)
Home owners that would like to know what will be on the home inspection prior to listing the home
Four-Point Inspection Discount ($50.00)
Owners needing just the basic 4 major systems checked. Heating, ventilation and air conditioning of HVAC, Electrical wiring and its components, plumbing and its components, and the roof.
New Construction Consulting/Inspection - Inquire
Drinking Water Testing - $100.00
This test is usually performed by collecting water from the main tap when possible. Protocols will be taken to prevent compromising the sample.
Septic system Inspection - $100.00
Ensure septic system is functioning properly
Well Inspection - $100.00
Ensure well is operating properly
Radon Testing - $100.00
We will arrive, place the test and then must return again in a 3-5 day period to pick up the test. We will call to get info on getting in to place the test.
Mold Testing - $100.00 / test
Order this service if you have seen mold and want that one area sampled and sent to the lab for analysis. order by quantity any other areas you want tested. This is not an inspection to determine if mold is present. This is a sampling collection for lab tests.
Additional Services Charge when performed separate from a Home Inspection - $50.00
Additional services not performed during the inspection incur a charge for time & travel.
This is for residential one building and price amount is based on heated square feet. 1 garage inspection included (attached or detached). Please make sure utilities are on. If not, please call me before the day of inspection.
up to 1000 sq. ft. - $275.00
1000 - 1500 sq. ft. - $300.00
1500 - 2000 sq. ft. - $325.00
2000 - 2500 sq. ft. - $350.00
2500 - 3000 sq. ft. - $375.00
3000 - 3500 sq. ft. - $425.00
3500 - 4000 sq. ft. - $450.00
4000 - 4500 sq. ft. - $475.00
4500 - 5000 sq. ft. - $500.00
Additional sq. ft. over 5,000 - $500.00 plus $0.15 per sq. ft.
Additional building on property $0.10 per sq. ft.
Detached garages, outbuildings, pole barns, sheds, etc.
Commercial Building Inspection - $0.15 per sq.ft. ($300 minimum)
Discounts & Additional Charges
Repeat Customer Discount ($35.00)
If I have already performed an inspection for you in the last year.
Military/Service Discount ($35.00)
Active or Veteran Military service, Police & Firefighter. We appreciate your contributions to our safety and freedom!
Out of Area + $1.00 per mile (accumulated mileage to & from inspection beyond 25 miles from 48640)
If you live outside the area this charge is in addition to the main service due to the distance, traffic and time.
Houses Built Before 1950 + $50.00
Homes of this age usually require more time and more difficult areas to inspect.
Re-Inspection - $100.00
This re-inspection is only for those items repaired by the seller. We did not re-inspect any item that was considered working properly or was not specified by the buyer's request for repairs by the seller.
Additional Services
Pre listing Inspection Discount ($30.00)
Home owners that would like to know what will be on the home inspection prior to listing the home
Four-Point Inspection Discount ($50.00)
Owners needing just the basic 4 major systems checked. Heating, ventilation and air conditioning of HVAC, Electrical wiring and its components, plumbing and its components, and the roof.
New Construction Consulting/Inspection - Inquire
Drinking Water Testing - $100.00
This test is usually performed by collecting water from the main tap when possible. Protocols will be taken to prevent compromising the sample.
Septic system Inspection - $100.00
Ensure septic system is functioning properly
Well Inspection - $100.00
Ensure well is operating properly
Radon Testing - $100.00
We will arrive, place the test and then must return again in a 3-5 day period to pick up the test. We will call to get info on getting in to place the test.
Mold Testing - $100.00 / test
Order this service if you have seen mold and want that one area sampled and sent to the lab for analysis. order by quantity any other areas you want tested. This is not an inspection to determine if mold is present. This is a sampling collection for lab tests.
Additional Services Charge when performed separate from a Home Inspection - $50.00
Additional services not performed during the inspection incur a charge for time & travel.
