Offering EDI certified EIFS/Hard Coat Inspections & ASHI certified Home Inspections. The Scope of Inspections
I. Visual Inspection
A. Interior – check for moisture stains in basement areas and other accessible areas, with special detailed given to problem areias and areas pointed out by the homeowner. Exterior – determine the type of the system (EIFS, hard coat stucco, or other). Check for obvio
us problems with the system, such as nicks or dings, setting or stress seams, flashing, the utility penetrations, and the conditions of the windows and doors. Diagram the home locating all the penetrations of the system, the windows/doors, utility penetrations, roof terminations, decks, and other penetrations. Moisture Testing
A. Non-invasive testing using a Tramex Wet Wall Detector is conducted around all windows/doors, utility penetration, roof terminations, decks, aesthetic joints, and other areaas to detect a change of density of substrate. Where areas are considered questionable, they are recorded on the home diagram. Invasive testing, using a Delmhorst BD-2000 moisture meter, a deep wall probe which gives a percent of moisture in the substrate. These moisture readings are recorded on the diagram and used to make further recommendations to correct the moisture intrusion points. All probe holes are sealed with a sealant. Moisture Guidelines, established by the Nationals Home Builders Research Center
less than 19-20% are acceptable moisture readings
20% to 30%, further inspection is required to inspect for substrate damage or deterioration, checking adjacent areas, and recommend repairs to correct the source of the moisture
greater than 30%, repair the source of the moisture and check for structural damage
D. Stucco Inspections will recommend qualified, licensed contractors to retrofit the areas of concern. Stucco Inspections is not affiliated with any repair or retrofit contractors. III. Follow up inspections are made as needed and consulting on areas of concern is always available to our clients. Home Inspections
A home inspection is an objective, unbiased, visual examination of the physical structure and component systems of a home. The components of a complete home inspection include:
Examine all aspects of the roof
Inspect all exterior surfaces & components including the foundation
Evaluate the structure
Examine the grounds
Document and assess the utility components including gas supply, plumbing, electrical, heating systems & HVAC units
The interior, including inspection of every room and the kitchen with the applicable appliances. A home inspection is giving the home a “physical check-up.” If deficiencies or symptoms are found, the Atlanta certified home inspector will recommend further evaluation or suggestions to keep your investment protected. For the average person, the purchase of a home is the largest single investment made. Being pro-active instead of re-active by educating yourself regarding the condition of the property and the status of the house for any major repairs before you purchase, will assist in exposing any hidden deficiencies. The Atlanta home inspector will point out the positive aspects of the dwelling, as well as the maintenance that will be necessary to keep it within acceptable conditions by illustrating the best building practices of the current market. After an Atlanta home inspection, everyone will have a clear understanding of the property and house for potential purchase.
