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Monroe Home Inspection is among the oldest and most widely-respected name in the home inspection industry. With thousands of properties inspected throughout Southeast Michigan and Windsor, Canada, we have the experience and expertise to accurately assess the condition of your property. Our professional standards put a quality home inspection report in your hands for your "peace of mind" review before your purchase.
Monroe Home Inspection is committed to providing you, the client, with the most professional, honest and unbiased report possible. You will receive a computer generated narrative report complete with digital pictures and a summary section. "Average" inspection time at the property is 2-3 hours. A minimum of 1-2 hours will be spent putting your report together after the inspection. A verbal summary of the defects will be available at the time of the inspection. This report is easy to read and understand, and will be available within 24 hours of the day of the inspection. Reports average 20-30 pages and use the most comprehensive reporting system used in the industry. These detailed and unbiased reports allow home sellers to know what repairs they should make to put their home in the best showing condition and help home buyers to know what repairs, maintenance and improvements need to be made now and in the future.
Safeguard your investment and consider a professional home inspection by Monroe Home Inspection. The purchase of a home/commercial property is one of the largest investments you will ever make. It is important for you to know as much as possible about your investment before you commit.
It is our pleasure to provide your inspection services and we truly appreciate your patronage. We work hard to research your real estate investment and report back to you in a comprehensive way to answer all of your questions as thoroughly as possible. Remember that we have your best interests in mind throughout this process and we are happy to answer any questions that you might have about the inspection. Please feel free to call us directly with any of your questions.
What is the difference between a Commercial Real Estate Inspection and a Home Inspection? |
To answer this question it's best to look at why the deal is being done in the first place. A home purchase deals to a large degree on emotion. Things like, "I love the house", "what a beautiful kitchen", "great backyard" and on and on. People usually buy homes because they really love something about the home or the location. Commercial Real Estate purchases deal in money. The basic question is "How much?" How much can I make on this investment? This is what the commercial real estate buyer is looking at: the bottom line. How much will it cost to install the new heating and AC system it needs, the new roof, how much can I make on the new rents? And on and on. With commercial real estate inspections we are usually looking at what is going to have to be done in the next five years. Does the roof look like it will last at least five more years with normal maintenance? Can the heating system get by? Does the electrical need to be upgraded due to the change in use of the building? Those sorts of questions are the usual focus. This is always tempered with consulting the buyer to find out what it is they are looking for and what their particular concerns are. We are constantly looking at a home from a performance standpoint. Does the water get hot in the bathroom in a reasonable amount of time? Will you get scalded when the toilet is flushed if you are in the shower? Do the windows open properly, do you have enough plugs, and on and on with a home. With a commercial real estate inspection we are looking at life spans of the five major systems: electrical, plumbing, heating and AC, roofing and structure. The focus of a commercial inspection is usually much more on the major systems than the interior cosmetic issues. If the carpet is a bit worn in a commercial inspection we will note it but the buyer usually does not really care. He wants to know What do I have to spend money on now or in the near future on this place? With commercial inspections we stress the industry standards for life expectancies. These can vary greatly depending on the system and the quality of the original construction but generally speaking the industry standards for electrical systems is if it is approx 50 years old or older it is time to upgrade it, plumbing is approx. 40-60 years depending on many variables, commercial roofing is usually a flat roof and these for the most part are approx. 10-15 years. Heating and AC systems that are roof mounted are approx. 15-17 years of expected life. The structure is the biggest variable. These can last from 70-100+ years depending on many things. The cost of a residential inspection starts at $250.00 for a home. The usual price for commercial real estate inspections currently is approx. 10 cents per sq. ft. When the sites get very large or there are numerous complexities the prices will vary. If the buyer has some particular issues that need more detailed inspections, such as Heating and AC or structural or electrical we will have specialists at the inspection. These costs will be added to the overall cost and time it will take to complete the inspection. You should deal only with qualified professionals who have many years in the construction trades as general contractors and thousands of inspections under their belt. |
Commercial Property Inspections, are performed in accordance with the ASTM Standards of Practice. Commercial property inspections are sometimes referred to as Property Condition Reports, Physical Needs Assessments, Physical Condition Assessments, or Physical Condition Surveys. A PCA is a visual and non-destructive assessment of the site and grounds, structural systems, the exterior surface including doors, windows, and signage, roofing systems, mechanical systems, electrical systems, and interior components, and pool/spa equipment where applicable.
Common Defects
No house is perfect. Even the best built and best maintained homes will always have a few items in less than perfect condition. Below are some of the items we most commonly find when inspecting a home.
Roofing Problems with roofing material are the single most common defect we find. Usually it doesn't mean the roof needs replaced, simply that it is in need of maintenance or repair.
Ceiling stains Caused by past or present leaks, ceiling stains are very common. It can be difficult to tell whether the stains are from leaks still present, or were caused by leaks which have since been repaired.
Electrical hazards Most common in older homes, but often found in newer homes as well. Electrical hazards come in many forms, from ungrounded outlets to wiring done incorrectly by the homeowner.
Rotted wood Caused by being wet for extended periods of time, most commonly found around tubs, showers and toilets inside, or roof eaves and trim outside.
Water heater installations Many water heaters are not installed in full compliance with local plumbing code.
Gas furnace Most gas furnaces seem to be in need of routine maintenance such as new filters at the least. Many have other issues such as faulty operation or inadequate fire clearance as well.
Plumbing defects Plumbing issues commonly found include dripping faucets; leaking fixtures, slow drains etc. Even in brand new homes, it is common to identify minor plumbing defects.
We offer home & commercial inspection services in all of the following Downriver and Monroe County communities.
Monroe County Home and Commercial Inspections
Azalia 48110, Carleton 48117, Dundee 48131, Erie 48133, Ida 48140, La Salle 48145, Lambertville 48144, Luna Pier 48157, Maybee 48159, Monroe 48161, Monroe 48162, Newport 48166, Petersburg 49270,Samaria 48177, Temperance 48182
Downriver Home and Commerial Inspections
• Home Inspection Allen Park: 48101
• Home Inspection Brownstown Township: 48134, 48164, 48173, 48174, 48183, 48192
• Home Inspection Ecorse: 48229
• Home Inspection Flat Rock: 48134
• Home Inspection Gibraltar: 48173
• Home Inspection Grosse Ile Township: 48138
• Home Inspection Huron Township: 48111, 48134, 48164, 48174
• Home Inspection Lincoln Park: 48146
• Home Inspection Melvindale: 48122
• Home Inspection Riverview: 48193
• Home Inspection Rockwood: 48173
• Home Inspection Romulus: 48174
• Home Inspection Southgate: 48195
• Home Inspection Taylor: 48180
• Home Inspection Trenton: 48183
• Home Inspection Woodhaven: 48183
• Home Inspection Wyandotte: 48192