What to Expect From Your Inspection

The Happy Property Inspector believes a home inspection should include testing the water you will drink and the air you will breathe.

These are both included in every home inspection with a 200% Satisfaction Guarantee.

We aim to help you into a home that you trust. From Starter Home to Forever Home, you need to know what you are getting into, and it shouldn’t cost more than you can afford to feel secure.

The home inspection isn’t a pass or fail but rather a snapshot of the current condition of the structural and mechanical components of the home. This way you know what issues the home currently has and what you can expect as far as possible repairs needed. This allows you and your agent to decide if it’s the right home for you or could even be used to negotiate on the purchase price of the home.
I am focused on education, and my goal is to provide you with all of the information you need about the property, and its overall condition. I encourage clients and agents to walk through the home with me and to ask any questions throughout the inspection process.

In addition, I will compile a comprehensive report, delivered online via HTML, or in PDF format, documenting all of the findings, and including images, references and further details. This report will be available for you both in a desktop-friendly format and a mobile format, so that you can stay in-the-loop and check your report even when you’re on the go.

Standards of Practice

You will receive a FREE copy of “Now that You’ve had a Home Inspection”, the home maintenance manual that includes tips for keeping your home safe and in top condition.

Wondering what’s included in a standard home inspection from The Happy Property Inspector?

Here is a quick overview of the services included in your home inspection, and the major systems that we analyze and assess throughout the process.

Appliances
We will test and examine all major appliances like hot water heaters, washers and dryers, dishwashers, refrigerators, freezers, and more.
Doors, Windows & Interior
We will check doors and windows for proper sealing and drafts, signs of mold or water damage, and more. We will also check the condition of all interior spaces.
Foundations, Basements and Crawl Spaces
We will examine the foundation, basements and crawl spaces to look for signs of past water damage, foundation cracking or shifting, and other such potentially expensive issues.
Attic, Ventilation & Insulation
We will examine the attic to ensure it is properly ventilated, check for mold and moisture, assess the level of insulation, and more.

Roof
The roof is one of the most costly and important structures. We will examine the roof, its structure, shingles/tiles, flashing, gutters, downspouts and more.
Exterior
This includes the exterior walkways and doors, siding, eaves and soffits, fascia, paint, and other such elements of the home’s exterior.
HVAC
We will visually inspect the HVAC systems including ducts, filters, furnaces and air conditioning units.
Plumbing
We will visually inspect plumbing fixtures for proper function, including tubs, sinks, hoses, showers, and water shut-off valves, and look for leaks and other such flaws.
Electrical Systems
We will visually inspect both interior and exterior electrical systems including service drops, service masts, grounding, outlets, meters, circuit breakers, and other such systems.

The Happy Property Inspector

Phone: (231) 883-4677
Email: ben@thehpi.tc

Service Area

The Happy Property Inspector is Based in Traverse City – Servicing Northern Michigan’s STAR Area: Grand Traverse County, Leelanau County, Benzie County, Manistee County, and Wexford County. All my home inspections include a full house inspection from foundation to roof. Plus included FREE, a simple 48 hour Radon and Water Testing and Thermal Imaging.

The Happy Property Inspector

Phone: (231) 883-4677
Email: ben@thehpi.tc