Residential and Commercial
Inspection Services

Whole House, Structural,
Foundation, Roof, Mechanical,
Electrical, Plumbing,
Grade and Drainage,
Radon, Mold

Residential and Commercial Inspection Services

• Whole House / Building - Every week we talk to someone who is sure there is no problem with this or that so they only want part of the inspection. Folks, get the whole thing done. You need the roof, structure, foundation, grade and drainage, mechanical, electrical and plumbing inspections done. And if you're worried about spending $50 or so more for the whole thing compared to just a partial inspection you don't need to be purchasing (investing in) the home or building - you need to wait a while longer and save some more money!

• Foundation - Not a problem for Frank but watch out folks! Many are being taken by so-called foundation experts. We can't tell you how many times we have saved a family from a so-called foundation expert over-selling their needs. Usually the problem, we find, has little to do with their proposal. Hire a professional or you will pay dearly folks, we've seen it many times.

• Roofs - We've got you covered! Frank, once having been an insurance adjuster and for many years a home and building inspector, has walked thousands of roofs. He'll let you know if you have problems, will have problems, have had problems or where the current problem comes from.

• Mechanical - We're going to check most all of the mechanical systems in the home or building. Our intention is to determine the potential for a mechanical system failure in the near future. Its your investment so get professional knowledge.

• Electrical and Plumbing - Know the difference between costly and non-necessary repairs. Do you need to consider an add-on to the main service panel? Could be. Better find out before you close on the house or you'll be paying for that one sooner or later. Does the house or building have polybutylene piping in it? Does it have problems. Some do, Some don't. Call somebody that knows.

• Radon - Get the Scoop. You need to know that, though there is reason for concern, there are limitations to testing and the test results an inspector gives you. Don't pay for testing without getting the facts.

• Mold - Mold is a concern in virtually all homes in this region. Most people simply don't realize it. Of course though, so is crossing the street. Keep in mind, there is a lot you eat and breath that can or may cause health problems if you are susceptible to it. Don't get me wrong, we are not belittling the concern for mold or any other type of testing. But have your inspections and sampling performed by an unbiased party - not someone who performs the re-mediation and/or repairs as well. You'll find that most of the time they do not work with your best interest in mind.

• Wood Destroying Pests - This region, the Kansas City Metropolitan Area, is a moderate to heavy region. This inspection is best performed by a licensed pest inspector and/or engineer. Most lenders want the inspection performed by a licensed pest inspector. In this area it is actually illegal for anyone but a licensed pest inspector to perform this inspection. Follow your pest inspector as he/she reviews the home. Ask questions. And KNOW that, if you are purchasing an older home (over 20 years old or so) there may be damage not viewable during the inspection. Look for signs that it has been hidden by a previous owner. Believe us, it happens a lot. Even a good pest inspector can't see hidden damage though. we recommend you do some probing if you are purchasing a home which is slab on grade. We have seen many of these homes with extensive pest damage inside, which was NOT foreseeable when the home was purchased. If you don't want to or can't do the probing, you'd better plan on having to make repairs if you ever modify walls or ceilings. Just realize, there may be unforeseeable damage.

Realize what your getting yourself into folks. You are purchasing a piece of property built by man, built out of products which have a limited life expectancy. A house is not meant to last forever. And we live in a "replacement society." Much of what is available on the market today is meant to last for less than 20 years. You actually wouldn't believe how much is meant to last less than 5-8 years. If you are buying property you MUST plan for repairs. HE/SHE who does not is a fool, simply stated!