Hawaii Property Inspections - Thomson Alliance - 808.277.0101 - Hawaii Home Inspection

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These items are examined for material defects that would significantly affect the value, desirability, or safety of the home:

1. Foundations, Basements and Underfloor Areas - including but not limited to: foundations and support components; ventilation; insulation; access openings; wood separation from soil; drainage and sump pumps; seismic anchoring and bracing.

2. Building Exteriors - including but not limited to: surface grade; hardscaping; site drainage; wall coverings; doors and windows; attached appurtenances (decks, balconies, porches, stairs, railings and walkways, etc.).

3. Roof Coverings - including but not limited to: roof coverings; flashings; vents; skylights; roof penetrations; roof drainage.

4. Attic Areas and Roof Framing - including but not limited to: framing and sheathing; access openings; insulation; ventilation.

5. Plumbing Systems - including but not limited to: supply, waste and vent piping; plumbing fixtures, faucets and drains; water heating equipment; functional flow of water supply; functional drainage at fixtures; gas piping and connectors.

6. Electrical Systems - including but not limited to: service conductors, service equipment and capacity; panels and overcurrent protection devices; service and equipment grounding; wiring; switches: receptacles and light fixtures.

7. Heating Systems - including but not limited to: heating equipment; venting systems; combustion and ventilating air; energy sources and connections; distribution systems.

8. Central Cooling Systems - including but not limited to: cooling equipment; distribution systems; energy sources and connections; condensate drainage.

9. Fireplaces and Chimneys - including but not limited to: chimneys; flues and dampers; fireboxes, hearth extensions and accessories; solid-fuel and gas-burning appliances.

10. Building Interiors - including but not limited to: walls, ceilings and floors; security bars; ventilation; doors and windows; stairs; railings; cabinets and counters; safety glazing; smoke detector placement; laundry provisions; built-in appliances.

The above is a general overview of what can be inspected. Additional items on each property will also be inspected if applicable.