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Avatar for Reliable Residence Inspections, LLC
Reliable Residence Inspections, LLC
5.0(
7
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Complete Home Inspection

Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2024

Small jobs welcome

Credit card accepted

"First time home buyer and was very pleased and content with the home inspection provided by Greg! He was very knowledgeable and provided great insight throughout the home inspection. Following the inspection, the comprehensive report was very helpful and insightful. I highly recommend the Home Education package, buying a home can be a very hectic experience especially before close. With the package Greg comes back to do an inspection post close date to look over the house again. For the peace of mind with was well worth it to walk through the house with a clearer head. 10/10 would recommend Greg to all potential home buyers!"
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Thermal photos
Response time9 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by28%of homeowners
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Kamal Essaid
4.7(
100
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Engineer - Structural

Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1995

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"Mr Kamal Essaid completed a structural on-site inspection for a detached structure at my home . He was very professional from the time we spoke on the phone . He scheduled the inspection and showed up exactly the time that was set . From start to finish he completed the inspection and advised an abundance of knowledge while he completed it . He provided the reports when he said it would be ready with no hesitation . I highly recommend him and will use him again for all my engineering needs. Thank you Kamal !"
Crack in Wall foundation
close look at crack of 3/8"
Front door
Foundation settlement
Response time1 day
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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American Craftsmen of NC
4.7(
275
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Inspection - Roofing

Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It went extremely well. Steve and Ron came out to my house and gave me a quote that was very reasonable. They walked me through the entire process and answered all of my questions. The work was done in a very timely manner...within a week and a half. Every time I had questions, they responded very promptly. The guys who did the work did an excellent job. It only took them one day and they cleaned everything up before leaving, making sure to clean up any nails that might have fallen down while installing the new roof. Barry came out to do the final inspection and was great as well. The entire process could not have gone smoother. It went so well I am now having them come back to do some siding repairs. I would certainly use them again and highly recommend them for others to use."
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+10

Response time1 day
19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by96%of homeowners
Avatar for Groundworks
Groundworks
4.4(
122
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Inspection - Waterproofing

Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"We contacted Groundworks to provide an inspection of our crawl space. On the schedules inspection day, Mr. John Cotten provided the inspection. After he conducted the inspection, he shared his findings with us. During the back briefing of his findings, we found him very professional, knowledgeable, and honest. Without much hesitation, we decided to invest in products he recommended to reduce the condensation and make our crawl space environmentally compatible with the North Carolina climate. We are forward to the finished product. Thank you, Gerald and Elizabeth"
Foundation
Foundation
Foundation
Foundation
Foundation

+16

178 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Akrivis Real Estate Valuations
4.3(
69
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Appraisal - Real Estate

Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2018

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"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."
Restaurant
Response time5 hrs
Response rate89%
1299 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Double A Roofing
Double A Roofing
4.8(
17
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Inspection - Roofing

Serving Stem, NC and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Customers say: True professional

"Aaron did a great job inspecting the place and determining the issue that we thought was a leaking roof was instead a condensation issue. He provides us with helpful tips on how to prevent the issue for the future."
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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Home Inspection questions, answered by experts

There are many things to look for when buying a brick house. Here are some of the key things you should pay close attention to.

  • Lintels: Look for cracks, holes, displacement, or corrosion

  • Mortar: Check to see if the mortar is old and crumbling, in need of repointing, or new. Also check to see if the mortar has a professional finish.

  • Walls: Check along each side of the house. If a wall is bowing outward, this indicates a severe issue such as foundation damage or that the walls are ready to fall.

  • Cracks: If there are stair step cracks in the brickwork, this indicates an unstable foundation.

By nature, two-prong outlets aren't grounded—but the box they run to might be, which makes them safer. The safest way to test if an outlet is grounded is to purchase a circuit tester, which cost about $20 at home improvement stores. 

If you discover your outlet (or outlets) aren't grounded, know that this greatly increases your risk of personal injury and electrical fires. You may want to consider installing new three-prong ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlets. On average, the cost to install GFCI outlets is about $210 per outlet.

Garden windows can add value to your home and are an attractive feature for potential homebuyers. These windows add a custom look to your home and usable shelf space for homeowners with a green thumb. You’ll likely recoup your investment when it comes time to sell.

A visual inspection may or may not reveal ceiling joists. Examine the ceiling surface for clues like nails, screws, or small dimples used to attach drywall or plaster to the joists. Look for subtle indentations or ridges indicating a joist beneath the surface. Observe any patterns or symmetrical features in the ceiling that could indicate the presence of underlying structural elements.

Waiving a home inspection could be beneficial if you’re buying a home in a hot location where the seller has many other offers to consider, especially if other buyers are willing to waive the inspection. However, it’s not usually a good idea to waive an inspection, even on new construction. Inspections can identify problems that could cost thousands or even tens of thousands of dollars, so a formal inspection is always worthwhile. If you’re having a new home built, a pre-drywall inspection is often the most valuable, but a final inspection before you close is also a good idea.

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