What's Included in a Home Inspection?

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Included in Every Inspection

Here's what you get with every Anchor Inspection Group home inspection — before we get into the details of what we inspect:

  •  Full TREC home inspection of all accessible major systems
  •  Sprinkler/irrigation evaluation at no extra charge (most competitors skip it or charge extra)
  •  Detailed digital report with photos — delivered within 2 hours, most often before we leave the property
  •  On-site walkthrough of findings at the end of the inspection — we answer your questions before we leave
  •  Lifetime support — call or text us months or years after your inspection, we're still your inspector
  •  No hidden fees — the price quoted is the price on your invoice

Optional services: Pool/spa inspection · Infrared (thermal) imaging · WDI/termite inspection

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What We Inspect — System by System

Every item below is part of a standard home inspection when present and accessible. Click any section to see the full checklist.

Items marked Included are part of every standard inspection when present. Items marked Optional are available as separate services.

  • Shingle condition and estimated age
  • Decking and roof support
  • Gutters and downspouts
  • Skylights, vents, flues, chimneys
  • Soffits, trim and flashing
  • Condition of the foundation
  • Effects of foundation settling
  • Pier & beam condition
  • Drainage as related to the health of the foundation
  • Condition of components
  • Temperature differential
  • Ducting and filtration condition
  • Condensate drains
  • HVAC insulation
  • Flue installation
  • Service meter, shut-off and water pressure
  • Drains and drain stops
  • Fixtures condition (function, leaks, installation, etc.)
  • Enclosures condition (sinks, tubs, commodes, etc.)
  • Meter
  • Flow and leaks
  • Flues and fire-stops
  • Installation and shut-offs
  • Combustion air ventilation
  • Dampers
  • Walls (including trim and caulking)
  • Doors, windows, vent exhausts
  • Grade and walkway condition
  • Drainage
  • Landscape watering (sprinklers)
  • Fencing and gates
  • Pests
  • Walls, ceilings and floors
  • Doors and windows (including trim and sills)
  • Egress
  • Moisture intrusion
  • Fire-stopping
  • Weather sealing
  • Insulation
  • Ventilation
  • Structure
  • Fire-stopping
  • Radiant barrier
  • Decking
  • Moisture intrusion
  • Pests

We operate built-in appliances to verify basic function and look for obvious safety or installation issues.

  • Air conditioner
  • Furnace/heat pump
  • Water heater
  • Dishwasher
  • Stove-top
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Garage door opener
  • Doorbell
  • Mechanical vents
  • Hood draft vents
  • Service meter and conductors
  • Service mast
  • Bonding and grounding
  • Distribution panels and shut-offs (breakers and wiring)
  • GFCI/AFCI protection
  • Smoke/carbon monoxide detection
  • Fixtures (outlets, lights, fans, etc.)
  • Fireplaces
  • Porches
  • Patios

We help you learn your home by noting where key shut-offs and filters are located — so you know exactly where to go if something needs attention after you move in.

  • Utility shut-off locations
  • GFCI reset locations
  • “Indicator” exhaust locations (water heater, HVAC)
  • Filter locations and sizes
  • Panel locations (electrical, sprinkler, etc.)
  • Condition of visible components
  • Head function
  • Design and zone effectiveness
  • Spray direction
  • Flooding or leaks where visible
  • Zone labeling
  • Components condition (pumps, diverters, filter, heater, controller, skimmers, distributors, air blower)
  • Decking and coping (including caulking and sealing)
  • Lighting
  • Grounding and GFCI protection
  • Installation and function of filtration
  • Cleaners
  • Pool surface
  • Diving boards

Pool inspection is available as an optional add-on service. Everything else on this page is included in a standard home inspection when present and accessible.

What You Can Expect on Inspection Day

A lot of buyers worry about getting a rushed inspection or a confusing report they can't use. Here's how we handle it:

  •  We schedule enough time to inspect thoroughly. No rushing through a home to hit a hard stop. If something needs a closer look, we look closer.
  •  You're welcome to join us for a walkthrough of major findings at the end. We walk through the home with you, explain what we found in plain language, and answer your questions before we leave.
  •  You receive a same-day digital report with photos. Delivered within 2 hours of the inspection — most often before we even leave the property — with clear findings and detailed photos your agent can use in negotiations.
  •  You can call or text us later if questions come up. We're still your inspector after the report is delivered. Months from now, years from now — we're still available.

Still have questions? Visit our home inspection FAQ page →

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