Residential Inspections
A Residential Home Inspection is an examination of a one to two family dwelling home. Our premier Maryland home inspectors will perform a visual inspection of the structure and components of the home to find items that are not performing correctly or are unsafe. If a problem or a symptom of a problem is found during the course of our inspection services, we will include a description of the problem. Aaron’s Home Inspections will also provide a report using an electronic reporting system w/photos inserted into the report. We may also recommend further evaluation on the date of the inspection.
Rental Inspections
If you’re a landlord or tenant in Maryland, it’s important to ensure that your rental property is safe and in good condition. Our team of Maryland Home Inspectors provides comprehensive rental home inspection services to help you maintain your property and ensure the safety of your tenants. Our experienced inspectors use advanced equipment to thoroughly examine the property, identifying any potential hazards or maintenance issues. We provide detailed reports that highlight any areas of concern and provide recommendations for repairs or maintenance. With our rental home inspection services, you can have peace of mind knowing that your property is in compliance with all safety regulations and that your tenants are living in a safe and comfortable environment. Contact us today to schedule a rental home inspection with our team of Maryland Home Inspectors.
Structural and Mechanical
Aaron’s Home Inspection Services include evaluations of the following:
Foundation
Cracks, settlement, deterioration, moisture influx, and piers.
Exterior
Siding, trim, entry doors, garage doors, windows, and chimneys.
Structure
Framing of sub-floors, stairs, walls, ceilings, and roofs.
Roofing
Roof coverings, flashings, skylights, gutters, downspouts, eaves, and soffits.
Pest and Dry Rot
Plumbing
Water pressure, piping, fixtures, faucets, drains, vents, and water heaters.
Electrical
Service conductors, main and sub-panels, breakers and fuses, grounding, switches, receptacles, fixtures, fans, smoke detectors, GFI function, etc.
Insulation
Attic, ceiling, wall and floor insulation, and vapor barriers.
Ventilation
Attic, crawlspace, kitchen, bath and laundry ventilation
Built-in Appliances
Ranges, ovens, microwaves, disposals, dishwashers, and trash compactors.
Interior
Walls, floors, ceilings, doors, woodwork, cabinets, bathroom finish, fireplaces, etc.
Heating
Furnace or boiler ducts, radiators, registers, woodstoves, and central air conditioning.
Site
Land contour, drainage, driveways, walkways, porches, decks, retaining walls, parking structures, and evidence of abandoned oil tanks.
Radon Testing
Radon is a cancer-causing, radioactive gas that you are not able to see, smell, or taste. By breathing in air containing radon, you increase your chances of getting lung cancer. The Surgeon General of the United States has also warned that radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the US.
Radon problems can be found and fixed. Aaron’s Home Inspections is experienced and qualified in identifying the existence of radon and recommending methods of removing it.
Mold Detection
Molds are fungi that can be found both indoors and outdoors. No one knows how many species of fungi exist but estimates range from tens of thousands to perhaps three hundred thousand or more. Molds grow best in warm, damp, and humid conditions, and spread and reproduce by making spores. Mold spores can survive harsh environmental conditions, such as dry conditions, that do not support normal mold growth.
Some people are sensitive to molds. In these instances, exposure to molds can cause symptoms such as nasal stuffiness, eye irritation, wheezing, or skin irritation. Other people, such as those with serious allergies to molds, may have more severe reactions. Severe reactions may occur among workers exposed to large amounts of molds in occupational settings, such as farmers working around moldy hay. These reactions may include fever and shortness of breath. Individuals with chronic lung illnesses, such as obstructive lung disease, may develop mold infections in their lungs (CDC).
Aaron’s Home Inspections can find molds and recommend methods of eliminating them in your new or existing home/property.
Lead Paint Visual & Contractor
Lead is a highly toxic metal that was used for many years in products found in and around our homes. Health effects from this exposure to lead range from behavioral problems and learning disabilities, to seizures and death. Children 6 years old and under are most at risk, because their bodies are growing quickly (EPA).
Research suggests that the primary sources of lead exposure for most children are:
- deteriorating lead-based paint
- lead contaminated dust
- lead contaminated residential soil