The Complete Visual Inspection is a multitude of checks of the readily accessible areas of the home on the day of the inspection. The structural, electrical and mechanical systems' inspections are performed using the standards of practice recommended by the American Society of Home Inspectors ASHI and the standards published by the SC Builders Commision. Any equipment that would pose a safety hazard is not operated. Systems that are not ready for inspection are not inspected. The inspection is not a technically exhaustive inspection. Technically exhaustive inspections can be arranged for an additional fee. The inspection is not an engineering report or a code compliance inspection and does not cover environmental issues.

The foundation walls, floor systems, wall systems, attic areas, crawl spaces, roof systems, insulation, fireplaces, ventilation (attic and crawl space), doors/windows, exterior areas and site drainage are inspected to ascertain the structural condition at the time of inspection.

This inspection covers the same details as the complete visual inspection. The purpose of this inspection is to have the home inspected prior to listing it for sale. Defective items and those in need of repair will be determined during this inspection. This gives the home owner the opportunity to repair these items before prospective buyers have it inspected. It will insure the home is shown in the best possible condition.

Radon gas is considered a major silent health hazard. Our radon test can reveal radon levels, results are provided by an EPA approved laboratory.

A reinspection service is offered to determine if all defective items or maintenance items were corrected in a workmanlike manner. We cannot guarantee another company's work but we can check to be sure the work was done.

When a pest control company inspects the crawl space and issues a CL100 letter citing moisture or damaged conditions that require repair, a CL100 Clearance Letter must be issued. Once the pest control company cites the problem, the property cannot be sold until the owner has a clear CL100. A licensed building contractor inspects the crawl space to determine if repairs are necessary.

Inspections are conducted on new constructions periodically to determine that proper construction practices are being used during the different stages of the construction. As a rule, an inspection is necessary during each of the following four stages:

   * Foundation Preparation
   * Framing
   * Electrical & Plumbing Rough-in
   * Final (upon completion)

A written report will be issued for each inspection.

***The American Inspection Service is not affiliated with any construction company, bank, real estate or lending institution. Our inspection is our objective opinion. The results are intended for the use of the clients and may not be used by anyone except the client without written permission.***