This is inspection of the homes 4 major components system (Roof, Electrical, Plumbing and HVAC). Insurance company wants to know how well maintained and major system are in good working condition. This is not a safety inspection.
During a wind mitigation inspection, certified inspector looks for key features and add-ons that reduce the amount of damage your home may suffer in the event of hurricane and strong windstorms. A wind mitigation inspection is needed to determine which credits apply to your home.
A residential home inspection is a visual, non-invasive inspection of many different components of the home. Home Inspection consist of the following:
Insulation
Fence
Storage
Cabinets
Electrical
Mechanical
Roof
Carport/Garages
Driveway/ Concrete Patios
Detached Pergola
Thermography measures surface temperatures by using infrared video and still cameras. In construction, a thermographic scanning allows energy assessors to check the effectiveness of insulation in the building. Thermal Imaging helps:
Detect moisture patterns
Detects Heat Loss
Identified missing Insulation or not Working as Design
Can Identify Pest Infestation
Uncover Wet Areas
Electrical issue in the breaker board