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A whole house inspection is to visually ascertain the condition of all major components of a home. You need to know if everything is operational at the time of purchase and if components were installed professionally. This would include a visual inspection of the foundation, structural stability, interior and exterior floors, walls and ceilings. Your confidential and impartial inspection would also include a visual check of the electrical, plumbing, heating and air conditioning, roof system, gutters and flashing and more. Over 400 items are visually inspected during a normal whole inspection.

Even though many items found during an inspection may be considered small imperfections, they could lead to larger expenses if not detected and corrected. Possible safety hazards are brought to attention. Smoke detectors, proper stairwell headroom and spindle placement are a few of the safety items checked.

Your Mike Lansing Home Inspection is a third-party, impartial evaluation performed for your benefit. Completely confidential, the information found in your report can only be shared at your request and with your consent.

When two or more systems are checked it is considered a home inspection. As of January 2003, Illinois state law mandates only an approved, certified, licensed inspector can perform whole house inspections.

Both purchasers and sellers benefit from a home inspection. Needed repairs will be disclosed during an inspection. For the sellers, repairs made before putting the home on the market can help expedite the sale of the home.

Mike has been a certified inspector since 1998 and has performed over 1,500 residential and commercial property inspections. He has 30 years of experience in residential construction and renovation. This background enables him to expertly evaluate and advise correction of deficiencies. Potential sellers and buyers, along with their real estate agent, are encouraged to be a part of their inspection. Inspections can be performed at your convenience during the week or on the weekends.