What does an inspection NOT cover?

It's important to understand a home inspection's limits so your expectations match reality. We perform a thorough, non-invasive visual evaluation of accessible systems, but we don't open walls, dig up the yard, or dismantle equipment. We don't predict the future or guarantee a system won't fail after closing. Several items fall outside a general inspection and require specialists: detailed well water quality testing, full septic system inspections, mold and air-quality lab testing, pest and wood-destroying-insect inspections, lead and asbestos testing, and chimney interior scans. Radon testing is available as an add-on. We also can't evaluate areas that are inaccessible, blocked by stored items, snow-covered, or behind locked doors, so we note those as limitations. On rural Glencoe properties especially, we'll point you toward the well and septic specialists you'll want. Being clear about scope is part of an honest inspection. We'll always tell you what we could and couldn't assess. Call us to discuss the right combination of services for your home, or build a free instant quote online to begin.