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Before you purchase a home, it's important to have it inspected by a TREC licensed professional. The inspection provides the basis to make a well-informed decision to continue with the purchase of the home or enables you to make the right decision for your future and back away from the sale.

Re-sale Inspection

Inspection of newer residential properties. This is an Inspection of the major systems and significant components of a previously occupied house, conducted for the buyer. The inspection takes 2 ½ to 4 hours depending on the size and age of the property to be inspected. The home inspection fee is based on the size of the heated and cooled (conditioned) square footage of the property inspected.

Builder Warranty Documentation

This type home inspection documents warranty issues to the builder before the 12 month anniversary date. The time allotted to complete a warranty home inspection can range from 2 ½ to 4 hours depending on the size of the property to be inspected.

Pre-Listing Inspection

The precautionary step of having an inspection done before listing, eliminates surprises that could cause your buyer to talk away from the sale and prevent renegotiating after the offer is accepted. A Pre-listing inspection gives you time to address major repairs before an offer is made and you might pay less for them if done in advance. Even if you offer to fix a problem on the report, the home might not look as appealing to skittish buyers.

Repair Verification

This is a follow-up inspection to confirm that any issues observed have been correctly resolved. We strongly recommend a follow up inspection if the work is not performed by a licensed contractor, or if the list of items to be repaired is extensive.

Wood Destroying Insect Infestation

Typically, your mortgage lender will require that a wood destroying insect infestation (Termites, Wood Boring Beetles, and Wood-Attacking Ants) inspection is conducted on the home you are purchasing. This will insure that it does not have an active infestation or major structural damage from wood destroying insects.

Swimming Pool and Spa

This is a visual inspection from the water’s edge above the water line and readily accessible components of the pool, and permanently attached equipment. Note that it is impossible to detect underground plumbing that may be leaking. The pool body, deck surface, electrical fixtures, above ground plumbing is visually inspected and pump equipment functionality is tested. Area access Security fences, gates, controls and appropriate electrical bonding.

Annual Maintenance

Specifically tailored for special needs of investors. We are trained to identify problems in their early stages, before they cause extensive damage requiring expensive repair solutions. The parts of any house will wear out, break down, deteriorate, leak, or simply stop working. An Annual Home Maintenance Inspection will help you keep your investment in good condition and prevent it serious, long-term and expensive damage from minor issues.

Closing Walk-through

The closing walkthrough also known as the pre-settlement walkthrough for new construction typically take places several days before closing. It’s wise to go into this inspection with an eagle eye inspector, because cosmetic items will not be covered by your warranty. Remember that any items that need attention must be noted in writing on a checklist, or punch list. It’s better to fix small things now, before they become bigger, more expensive problems.

What We Inspect

Texas Eagle Eye Inspections PLLC

Depending on the size and condition of the home, a thorough home inspection takes between two and a half and 4 hours. Ask our inspector any questions about the home, he'll be able to tell you about how things work, what maintenance it may need and if you should have a specialized professional take a look at it.

Our Eagle Eyed Professionals inspect readily accessible areas of the home from the bottom to the top.

The Structure

The foundation, crawl spaces, basements, grading, drainage, insulation, ventilation, utility attachment, structural items, floors, exterior walls, interior walls, columns, windows, and other visible structure-related components.

The plumbing

The water pressure, water distribution system, hose bibs, sinks, faucets, fixtures drains, wastes, bath, showers, toilets, hydro-massage therapy equipment, water heating equipment and other visible plumbing system components.

The electrical systems

The service entry main electrical and sub panel, branch circuits, switches, outlets, junction boxes, grounding system, light fixtures, celling fans, smoke detectors, and other related electrical components.

The Appliances

The built-in appliances, dishwasher, disposal, range-hood, range, oven, microwave, exhaust fans, garage door operation, dryer vent and other built-in and visible appliance components.

The interior

The floors, ceilings, doors, walls, windows, stairs, banisters, fireplaces, escape ladders, and other visible non-cosmetic interior-related components.

The heating and cooling systems

The furnace, air handler, ductwork, air conditioner and lines, and other visible related HVAC components.

The attic structure

The insulation, ventilation, rafters, joists, collar ties, trusses, and other visible related items.

The Roof Covering

The flashings, chimneys, vents, trim, gutters, drip edges, skylights, downspouts, and other visible roof related items.

What to Expect

Texas Eagle Eye Inspections PLLC

As a Home buyer, you’re focusing on design and features of the home often miss critical warning signs that a house may be a money pit. A home inspection could save you thousands of dollars in unexpected repairs and provide you an independent and objective opinion on the home’s condition.

No home is perfect so we encourage you to join the inspector near the end of the inspection process he’ll point out issues and help you understand if it’s normal wear and tear or something you need to address.

Eagle Eye professional inspections take between two and a half to 4 hours. It’s a top-to-bottom review of the entire physical structure, the mechanical and electrical systems, including roof, ceilings, walls, floors, windows and doors. The inspector will scrutinize the built-in appliances, heating and air-conditioning system, examine the plumbing and electrical systems and crawl up into the attic and down into the crawl space taking notes and documenting findings with photographs.

Our Inspectors have an eagle eye for detail, but not x-ray vision: they cannot detect the unseen, hidden defects, pests, asbestos, mold or other potential hazards that require specialized evaluations.

Texas Eagle Eye Inspections reports are extensive, containing checklists, summaries, photographs and notes, which you will receive within 24 hours.

Our eagle eyed inspectors provide an independent and unbiased professional assessment of the home, critical information you need to make an informed decision.

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Important Information

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Chris K. Buchanan 817-368-9459 Professional Inspector, TREC License Number 22156