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Your home inspection will conform to the Florida Association of Building Inspectors (FABI) Standards of Practice.

The purpose of the inspection is to provide you with information about the condition of Systems and components of the house at the time of the inspection, with a focus on defective conditions and safety issues. A typical inspection involves the following steps.

1. The inspector arrives at the property, explains what is going to take place, and asks about any special conditions, or requests. You are presented with an inspection agreement, describing the scope of services for your review and signature.

2. While you review the inspection agreement, the inspector makes a fast assessment of the property to determine the best sequence for the inspection, relative to the specific property.

3. The actual inspection takes place. (You should be present) The inspection involves visually inspecting many systems and components (unless otherwise excluded by the ASHI/FABI Standards) including:

 Exterior/Grounds
 Doors and Windows
 Driveways/Sidewalks
 Decks/Porches/Patios
 Roof/Soffit/Fascia
 Plumbing/Water Heaters
 Kitchens & Baths
 Cabinets & Counter Tops
 Electrical System
 AC/Heating System
 Floors/Walls/Ceilings
 Interior Rooms
 Insulation And Ventilation
 Attics and Crawl Spaces
 Gutters/Down Spouts
 Appliances
 Fireplaces/Chimneys

4. A final assessment of the property is concluded, and the inspector will discuss any key findings and answer any questions you may have. You will receive the report onsite following the inspection.