"Ben does an awesome job on his home inspections! Heâ s very thorough and he will explain everything that he has found! I would definitely recommend him to everyone I know!!"
"The process was easy, and pricing options were provided up fromt. They gave clear instructions about what they needed for the appraisal. They provided an appraisal quickly, with a nice turn around time. I would call this company again next I need an appraisal."
"We’re very happy with the foundation work Groundworks completed on our home. The new lifts look great, and the entire process was handled professionally. William Dillon provided excellent service and kept us informed throughout the project. We also appreciated the thorough cleanup when the work was finished. Overall, a very positive experience!"
"These guys were great! From Kevin who did the initial roof inspection and quote to Jose and the crew they did everything discussed and then some. I’ve some experience with roofing and considered their quote reasonable, fair and very competitive. My roof was about 33 squares worth and with about 3/4 of the old roof having two layers of shingles to remove they were able to complete it in one day. They used tarps around the entire house to cover flower beds and catch debris. I look forward to working with these guys in the future and will be recommending them to friends."
"We had an emergency situation at our home during the hottest summer on record, in spite of a tight schedule xcel had for that particular week,mike and his team came to our aid. They are greatly appreciated"
"Scott went over and above as he repaired pipes in the attic in addition to a superb roofing job. His employees are well trained and completed the job in a day and a half. The clean up was exceptional as you could not tell they had been there. Scott is a man of integrity and I will refer him to everyone who needs a roofer."
"Very knowledgable and helpful, provided a lot of information, explained everything and answered all my questions. He did mold testing on a home whose purchase I was considering and provided recommendations on most economical way to abate. If the purchase goes through, I will definitely have him do the work."
Regular inspections ensure no blockages, structural stability, prevention from fire hazards, and maintenance of optimal heat venting, safeguarding household safety.
Structural engineers can perform various inspections on different structures in your home. These inspections usually include a report detailing the engineer’s findings and recommendations for repairs so you can determine your next course of action for repairs, replacements, or new builds.
Some of the most common structural engineering reports include:
Full home inspection: $350–$1,000
Foundation: $300–$800
Load-bearing walls: $300–$1,000
Roof: $150–$600
Chimney: $200–$500
It’s worth getting a wind mitigation inspection if you’re trying to save on your homeowners insurance. Plus, passing an inspection proves that your home is in good condition if a tropical storm, hurricane, or windstorm comes your way. Even if you don’t pass, getting a wind mitigation inspection is still helpful because it will let you know which areas to improve to make your home safer.
To check the water pressure in your house, you’ll need to use a water pressure gauge, which you can purchase at your local hardware store. Locate your outside water spigot and attach the gauge (following the manufacturer’s instructions). Normal home water pressure is between 40 and 80 PSI.
Yes, you can negotiate repairs after a home inspection. You can talk to the homeowner about either completing any repairs or deducting the cost of those repairs from the price of the home.
The Piney, AR homeowners’ guide to home inspections
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
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