Complete Home Inspections For Kansas City Area Homes

 

Cardinal KC Inspections is here to provide you with a premier experience for your Kansas City home inspection. Whether you’re considering a purchase or looking to sell your home, our complete home inspectors will make sure that everything is in working order.

Our complete home inspectors will provide a fair, accurate, objective report that details everything you need to know about the home. When they partner with us, home buyers can feel confident in the condition of the home that they’re purchasing, while sellers can identify systems that might need to be addressed before a property heads to market.

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Who Needs a Complete Home Inspection?

 

Most customers who are looking for a Kansas inspection are in the early stages of buying a home. Getting an inspection is a common (and often required) step in the home buying process.

Buyers want to know that they’re making a good investment when they purchase a home. If they’re going to need to put money into the property, they may want to know that prior to making a final decision.

For many others in Kansas, inspection for the home is a step taken right before putting a home up for sale. Homeowners are interested in knowing what to expect when buyers are looking to negotiate a purchase price or repairs.

A Kansas City home inspection can help sellers to be more prepared and make decisions about whether to make necessary repairs now or leave it to the buyers.

Occasionally, Kansas city inspections are scheduled by homeowners who simply want an audit of their home’s major systems. Usually, it’s because they have been there for a while and want to know what kinds of repairs to look for in the near future.

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Reasons to Get a Complete Home Inspection

 

Knowing what to expect with a property provides peace of mind. If you’re a buyer, you may want to know which types of repairs to expect in your new home. If you’re a seller, you want to be prepared for systems that buyers will want to negotiate repairs for.

Home inspections from Cardinal KC Inspections include a thorough report on findings. They also come with pictures of every component of the home that was inspected.

We strive to keep our reports fair, accurate, and objective. We’ll let you know which systems and structures of the home are at risk and where to expect problems in the future.

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What to Expect from Your Home Inspection

 

Our Kansas City inspectors for homes will do a thorough walkthrough of the property both inside and out. We will provide you with a thorough report and pictures to go along with our findings, creating an easily referenced guide when requesting or scheduling repairs to be done.

We invite you to walk along with us while we complete the inspections. We will happily answer any questions you may have about what we’re looking for and what we discover.

A complete home inspection will provide you with the information you need to make future decisions about maintenance, repairs, and replacements.

When we inspect a home, we take a detailed look at each of the following components:

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Roof Inspection

Roofs are generally expected to last 20 to 30 years, depending on the materials used. However, accidents can happen, causing damage to the roof and its underlying structures.
We will inspect the roof to give an unbiased assessment on its current condition and how long it should last.

Attic Inspection

Attics are at risk of accumulating moisture, leading to mold and poor air quality. Damage could affect your home’s ability to regulate temperature, which means that you could end up wasting money on energy inefficiencies.

 

Mold and Radon Testing

If you’re worried about moisture accumulating in your attic or throughout your home, mold testing services can easily be added to your Kansas City home inspection.

Worried about radon in a basement? Radon testing services can easily be included within your Kansas City home inspection, too!

 

Inspection of Your Home's Exterior

The exterior of your home is constantly subjected to the weather, which means it’s at a higher risk for deterioration. For example, gutters play a valuable role in diverting water away, so it’s important that they are in good shape at all times.

Damage to the exterior could allow water to intrude into the home or put your foundation at risk. By thoroughly inspecting your siding, doors, windows, roofs, porches, and foundation, we can help to identify any problem areas.

 

HVAC

Having a healthy HVAC system is key to staying comfortable in your home. Heaters and air conditioners need to be regularly serviced. Cardinal KC Inspections will examine every visible element in this system so you can make educated decisions on maintenance, repairs, and replacements.

 

Fireplace

Nothing beats curling up by the fireplace on a cold winter evening. While a fire can be cozy, it’s important to make sure that your fireplace is working properly. Otherwise, your entire home could be at risk of smoke or fire damage.

 

Chimney

If your home has a chimney, it will need to be examined from the inside and the outside. Obstructions and damage can be a massive fire hazard. If we notice blockage, we’ll make sure to note it on your inspection report.

 

Foundation

Oftentimes, foundation issues cannot directly be seen; instead, they can be inferred from cracks in mortar or walls that lean or tilt. Hints about foundation issues can be found inside or outside of the home.

Our inspectors will look for any signs that there might be issues with the foundation.

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Deck

Having a deck is a great way to enhance your outdoor experience. However, decks are constantly exposed to the elements and at risk for weather-related damage. Our inspectors will check to ensure that your deck is fastened properly, identifying any hazards or deficiencies.

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Driveway

Driveways can greatly impact your drainage. Our inspectors will check for any cracks or uneven paving, which may cause a tripping hazard.

 

Plumbing

Plumbing can be difficult to inspect because the pipes are often found inside of the walls and under the home. However, there are plenty of ways to check that plumbing is working properly.

Running water through sinks, tubs, and showers can give plenty of information about a home’s water flow. Inspectors will check under sinks for leaks or observe a slow-moving drain. All toilets will also be tested to assure proper drainage and function.

 

Electrical Systems

Electrical systems must meet certain safety standards. When you work with Cardinal KC Inspections, all outlets will be tested to check that electricity is flowing properly to them.

 

Home Inspections in Overland Park

 

Cardinal KC Inspections is located in Overland Park. We are committed to serving our local community, and we are proud to give back by donating a portion of our profits to charities in Overland Park and Kansas City.

 

Cardinal KC Inspections, the Complete Home Inspectors

 

You want your Kansas City home inspection to be done right the first time. All of our inspectors are trained professionals, committed to providing you with excellent service and a thorough home inspection report.

If you’re looking to purchase a home, we are here to help you feel confident in your decision. We offer complete home inspections, mold testing, and radon testing.

Contact Cardinal KC Inspections to learn more or book an appointment online for your Kansas City home inspection today.