Home Inspections

 
 

John Fraysier, Owner of Fraysier Home Inspections, is happy to offer a wide range of Home Inspection services to clients in the greater Rochester New York area.   Home Inspections and Pest Inspections are done by John personally, with the option of adding Radon Testing.  FHA mortgage inspection requirements can be handled with one call!  Call us at 585-381-0395 and we will be happy to schedule your inspection.

NYS License #: 16000009230

 

 

 

Inspection Reports

Inspection reports for Home Inspections, Pest Inspections, and Radon Reports are all produced digitally, then emailed to the client following the inspection.  This makes sharing of report information simple as it is easily read and emailed to others.

 

Our Home Inspection report was developed with three principles in mind:

  1. Clarity
  2. Simplicity
  3. Insight

Our reporting system develops these three principles into a format that delivers a comprehensive and invaluable source of information for the homebuyer.  It allows us to clearly communicate the problems we find in the house to the potential home buyer, which in turn allows the home buyer to make a more educated and informed purchasing decision.

 

 

 

Fraysier Home Inspection Report organizes information into eight general categories

Structure:
The structure of the building is identified here in terms of materials used, type of construction, and the degree to which various areas are accessible to the inspector. Significant subcomponents, such as foundation type, framing materials, etc. are listed, as well as their idiosyncrasies. The inspector also checks for major or minor problems in the various structural systems of the building, including the foundation, floor, wall, and roof framing.

 Electrical:
The existing electrical system is checked for sufficient capacity and safety, material used. The inspector evaluates the system in terms of its current condition, and considers its suitability for future intended use. Upgrades and repairs are recommended where appropriate.

Heating & Air Conditioning:
The inspector assesses the capacity of the existing equipment to produce comfortable conditions. By considering the age of the existing equipment and the intended capacity, the inspector can approximate the life expectancy and recommend appropriate repairs or upgrades within a budget.

Plumbing:
The piping and fixtures throughout the house are checked for functional flow and life expectancies. The system is screened for unsanitary conditions and potential repairs, such as freeze vulnerability or spillage/overflow. The laundry equipment, tile work, and domestic water heating equipment are surveyed as well. Useful upgrades are itemized and upcoming replacements budgeted.

Basement/Crawlspace/Slab:
Water Seepage probabilities and structural problems are evaluated and remediation advice is given. The inspector looks for possible problem areas that could cause structural problems, such as poor grading, surface drainage, close proximity tree roots, rotating stoops, etc.

Kitchen:
The appliances are operated and deficiencies noted. The inspector recommends appropriate upgrades and approximates the life expectancy of each piece of equipment. Depending on age and usefulness, the inspector may suggest a budget for repairs from complete renovation to typical minor problems such as appliance malfunctions, damage to floor seams, or inoperative door springs.

Interior:
The inspector scans the wall, floor, and ceiling surfaces for problematic conditions, such as visible evidence of water penetration, potentially dangerous or toxic materials, fire hazards, or security breaches.  Attics are surveyed for proper insulation and ventilation, and roof deck condition.

Exterior:
The inspector walks on the roof (where safe and appropriate) and notes preservation deficiencies. Roof runoff controls and landscape drainage are checked and improvements are recommended where necessary. Stoops, steps, walks, and drives are checked for voids, surface problems, and safety hazards.

 

 

 

Fraysier Home Inspections

What to Expect 

  1. A typical Home Inspection lasts 2 hours. 
  2. Inspections cover eight general categories of the house including structure, electric, heating/ac, plumbing, basement/crawl space, kitchen, interior, exterior.
  3. Accessible crawl spaces are entered and inspected.
  4. Roofs are walked when safe to do so.
  5. Utilities must be on for complete inspection.
  6. Systems not inspected: septic systems, pools and equipment, security systems, sprinklers, phone systems.

 

* Payment is expected at the end of the inspection by check or cash unless previous arrangements have been made.