Elevated Home Inspections FAQ
What is covered under A Pre Purchase Inspection?
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Roof - if accessible -
Walls -
Floors -
Heating System -
Attic - Including Visible Insulation -
Central Air Conditioning System (Temperature Permitting) -
Basement -
Interior Plumbing and Electrical Systems -
Structural Components -
Foundation -
Ceilings -
Doors and Windows
How long will the Inspection take?
Inspections on average take 2 hours, but that estimate can vastly range. The time we invest in a house dependent on its size; the bigger the home, the longer it will take! Sometimes home inspections can take a relatively long time. Remember your inspector is being diligent and as thorough as possible to discover any defects and safety issues.
Who or what is InterNACHI?
Is anyone allowed or required to attend the Inspection?
Is it possible for a home to fail an Inspection?
Do you check for mold during an inspection?
Should I be present for the home inspection?
We highly recommend that you are present for your home inspection just in case that we find something of significance we can bring it to your attention immediately. As much as we recommend being at the home, you do not have to be there. No matter the situation you will see all the results we find via the home inspection report.
Can the seller attend the home inspection?
Yes, after all, it is the seller’s home. The seller has all rights to attend the home inspection. Most of the time the seller is not there but maintains the right to be there.
What should I ask for after a home inspection, as far as repairs?
Elevated Home Inspections will not tell you what we think you should have repaired; our report will tell you our findings and you can discuss that with someone you find reliable enough to help you make that decision.
Can you get out of a contract based on home inspection?
If you have a Home Inspection contingency written into your contract then there is a possibility you can retract your agreement with the seller. We highly recommend that you ask your realtor or contact a lawyer to understand what your contract states you can or can't do.
Can I ask the Inspector questions?
Does a basic home inspection include the pool?
Elevated Home Inspections does not inspect pools and their condition. We can definitely help you find a pool inspector that can help you.
Why should I choose Elevated Home Inspections?
Elevated Home Inspections is dedicated to supplying you with the most rigorous and detailed inspections in your Maine home. We’re on the side of our customers and devote our careers to making sure you, not the realtors, receive everything necessary to make informed decisions.
Can I see a Sample Home Inspection Report
What are your Service Areas?
Elevated Home Inspections services all of Southern and Central Maine! We are Inspecting homes in York, Cumberland, Androscoggin, Sagadahoc, Kennebec, Lincoln, Somerset, and all surrounding areas.
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Portland
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Saco
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Buxton
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Dayton
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Biddeford
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Wells
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Kennebunk
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York
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Scarborough
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Westbrook
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Falmouth
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Yarmouth
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Gray
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New Gloucester
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Windham
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Lewiston
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Auburn
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Waterville
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Augusta
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Fairfield
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Clinton
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Newport
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Pittsfield
Can Elevated Home Inspections refer me to specialists or repair companies?
Yes we most definitely can, but we do not hold any warranty to people we refer.
Will you fix items found on the inspection - during or after the inspection?
We will not fix anything on your house or future home.
When will I receive my home inspection report?
Once home inspection is complete, it will take 1-3 days to have the report sent to you. We will send you an email with the report attached to it.
Is Elevated Home Inspections Certified?
The State of Maine does not require a state license to perform Home Inspections, but you always want to find a Home Inspector that is certified by InterNACHI, Luckily, InterNACHI certifies Elevated Home Inspections.
Do you guys test for Radon?
Yes, Elevated Home Inspections will always test for Radon with every home inspection. To learn more about Radon and what it is, click the link below.
What is Radon?
Are Home Inspectors also Code Inspectors?
Home Inspectors are Not Code Inspectors.
Electrical inspections can be fairly complicated, especially in the case of older properties where there may be a variety of systems and wiring types, some of which would not meet current codes. However, home inspectors do not perform code inspections. They are only required to evaluate the condition of the systems and report observed deficiencies that pose a danger to the property or its occupants. Home inspectors should inspect the house without direct reference to the age of the house.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answering all your questions about home inspections and home testing.