Washington Home Inspection Services

Safe Haven Inspections offers a wide variety of services within the Real Estate Community. Each inspection can be unique although many of the basic methods used to obtain the needed information are the same. Below are the types of inspection services offered by Safe Haven.

Buyer's Inspections

This is the most common type of inspection used during the purchase of a home and is ordered by the buyer. The major systems and components of the home are included.

Seller's Inspections

This type of inspection is usually performed to assist the seller in getting the property ready for sale. Marketing techniques can also be a part of this inspection. Ask about our "Move in Certified" program.

Structural Pest Inspections

Pest Inspections are included on any property in a sales transaction but can be ordered as a stand alone type inspection.

11 month or Warranty Inspections

New homes usually have a 1 year warranty. This inspection is perfomed just prior to the end of the warranty period and can be given to the builder for correction.

Annual Maintenance Inspections

This inspection is similar to a yearly physical check-up of the major systems.

Foreclosure Inspections

Banks and note holders use these type of inspections to review the condition of recently foreclosed properties and obtain information on what work may need to be done.

Remodel Inspections

These inspections should be used prior to obtaining financing for remodeling the home. This can help you decide the depth of the remodel needed.

Insurance Inspections

Insurance Inspections are accomplished usually after damage has been done to the property and a neutral party is needed for damage assessment.

Multi-plex Inspections

Normally this inspection is for up to 4 units, however, larger units can be accomodated with certain restrictions.

Condo or Townhome Inspections

There are many types of condos or townhomes. Some are separate units, some are attached as part of a complex. Inspection fees vary dependant on type of unit.

Manufactured Home Inspections

Manufactured homes, or prior to 1979, "mobile homes", can have unique features that should be inspected.

New Home Phase Inspections

These inspections are done during various stages of construction to verify the work is progressing in a quality manner.

New Construction Draw Inspections

These inspections are usually ordered by banks in order to verify the percentage of work completed at various stages. "Draws" or payments are then made to the builder.

Well Flow Testing

Homes with private or shared wells can have the flow rate of the well tested at the property. This may help indicate a flow restriction.

Renter's Inspections

Renters order these inspections to verify the condition of the property prior to and at the end of the tenancy period to protect their deposits.

Site Evaluation Inspections

These inspections are usually peformed for investors or mortgage companies to verify environmental issues on the subject property as well as surrounding areas.

Quality Control Inspections

These inspections are usually done during a remodel or addition process to verify if the work is being completed to industry standards and within manufacturers guidelines.