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Michigan Home Inspection Exterior/Foundation

Exterior Walls- Structure- Wood frame/Masonry/Brick/Log/
Post&Beam.
Wall Covering- Materials used, Wood/Vinyl/Metal/Fibrous Siding/Stucco/Veneer.
Lists cracks whether common of major. Flashing condition and moisture issues.
Trim- Materials used, Wood/Metal/Vinyl/Brick/
Concrete/Masonry. Evidence of moisture and damaged caulking. Damaged trim and flashing. Condition of Eaves, soffits, fascia & trim.

Chimney (s)- Location and materials used, Brick/Block/Concrete. Condition of flashing and flue. Structural condition concerning minor and/or major cracks.

Slab-on-grade/ Crawl space/ Basement
Foundations, Poured Concrete/Masonry Block/ Brick/Stone/Piers/Wood.
Columns, Concrete/Steel/Wood/Masonry Block/Brick.
General condition. Cracks whether Common of Major. Evidence of moisture and deterioration, bulges and movement.
Ventilation, condition of vents/vent screens.

Floor Construction- Type of construction, Joists/Trusses/Concrete.
Wood Frame- Conventional wood framing/Truss.

Listing general condition of structure stability. Possible damaged to wood and safety issues. 

(please note: This section in particular is more exhaustive then what is listed here.) 

Home Inspection Basement

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Home Inspection Report Basement

 

Tip: In cold climates, if the foundations are too shallow, frost may heave even the best built footings and foundations. On sloped lots, the possibility of shallow foundations is greatest on the low side. Properties with basement walk-outs should be watched for frost heave. 

ITA (Inspection Training Associates) and NACHI (National Association of Certified Home Inspectors) certified.

 

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