Here is what is included and not included in a general home inspection.

Inclusions (Test, Observe or Run) 

• • Plumbing systems

• • Electrical systems

• • HVAC systems

• • Roof quality

• • Exterior finishes

• • Foundation integrity

• • Structural integrity

• • Safety systems (fire, floods and falls)

Exclusion (Recommend an Expert) 

• Repairs
• Written estimates
• Engineering or structural recommendations
• Fire safety systems
• Security systems
• Soils and plants
• Pools and spas
• Retaining walls and fences
• Predicting the future! 

A home inspector should be willing to get a little dirty!