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American Patriot Homes
Frequently Asked Questions
- How long does a home inspection take?
- Is anyone allowed or required to attend the home inspection?
- What do you look at during the home inspection?
- What is a radon test?
- What is an acceptable level of radon?
- How does radon enter my home?
- What do you check during a roof inspection?
- How often should my roof be inspected?
- What if the home inspection reveals problems?
- How long will it take to get my home inspection report?
- What is the difference between a home inspection and a home warranty evaluation?
- Do you follow any specific set of standards?
A:On average, our home inspection services typically take 2-3 hours to perform. Of course, it takes longer if the house is larger and if it has a pier and beam foundation.Back To The Top
A:No one has to be present at the home inspection. If possible, it is recommended that you are there at the end so any major items can be identified to you as well as any preventive maintenance.Back To The Top
A:The home inspection covers all visible items between the roof covering to the foundation. (Roof covering, attic structure, insulation, ventilation, HVAC systems, electrical, plumbing, foundation, drainage and sprinklers.)Back To The Top
A:We do not perform radon tests.
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A:We do not perform radon tests.
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A:We do not perform radon tests.
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A:The condition of the roof covering material and vents are checked on a roof inspection. (Damaged shingles and vents, proper installation, etc.)
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A:I would recommend having your roof inspected by a home inspector or home inspection service after any major storm.
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A:The home inspection is a general snap shot of the condition of the property on that day. The deficiencies in the residential inspection report are for you, the home buyer, to be able to make an educated decision to purchase the house and if further negotiations are needed.
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A:The home inspection report will be emailed to you the same day. Sometimes that afternoon but no later than that evening.
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A:These home inspections are basically the same. Warranty inspections are called that because it's being performed normally of the 11th month of a new home before the 1 year warranty is expired.
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A:Yes. All Texas licensed home inspectors follow TREC SOP (Texas Real Estate Commission Standards of Practice) which can be found here.
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