Certified Home Inspections has discovered approximately 80% of homes in northwest Indiana are inadequately vented causing homeowners unwanted, unexpected expenses. Improper roof and attic ventilation causes elevated heating/cooling costs, ice dams, cooked shingles, and Mold/moisture damage to framing/roof sheathing and attic insulation. Ensuring your attic is properly vented can help eliminate and minimize costly repairs […]
Northwest Indiana Foreclosure Inspection
Certified Home Inspections offers home buyers discounted rates for property inspections performed on homes that are considered “Foreclosure or Sold As-Is”. These properties are usually vacant, bank-owned/REO, neglected, and in poor condition. We understand why a home buyer might feel a complete home inspection, which includes details of cosmetic and minor repairs, is unnecessary. Mostly […]
Plumbing Inspection
Residential water damage in the United States accounts for billions of dollars annually. Abrupt and slow trickling leaks caused by faulty water and drain pipes were identified by insurance companies as the leading cause. This blog article describes the plumbing portion of CHIs’ home inspection. Which includes; water pipes, drain/waste pipes, gas pipes, venting pipes, […]
Electrical System Inspections…
Approximately 51,000 house fires occur annually in the United States, accounting for 500 deaths, 1,500 serious injuries, and over $1.3 billion in residential property damage. Faulty electrical systems are the third leading cause of these residential building fires. Certified Home Inspections cares about the safety and well-being of northwest Indiana’s residents. Therefore, we feel obligated […]
Furnace Inspection
Certified Home Inspections promise is to exceed the expectations of our client by performing a furnace inspection unlike our competition. Therefore, our highly trained and certified inspectors meticulously evaluate and test all of the components within the entire furnace system for functionality, efficiency, and safety. This article examines the process and major components included in […]