Welcome to 45th Parallel Home Inspection, your trusted partner in ensuring the safety, quality, and integrity of your home in Oregon City, OR. Our comprehensive home inspection services cater to a diverse range of clients, including home buyers, homeowners, home sellers, property managers, landlords, real estate agents, investors, and anyone invested in, maintaining, or purchasing a property.
Oregon City Home Inspection Services
45th Parallel Home Inspection offers a wide variety of Oregon City home inspection services, from a whole home review to specialized investigation of specialized areas. Whether you want more information about a house you’re going to buy or just want to know how the crawlspace looks, we can help!
- Home Inspections
- Exterior Cladding Inspections
- Home Re-inspection
- Sewer Line Inspections
- Radon Testing
- Home Health Checkups
- Roof Inspections
- Crawlspace and Attic Inspections
Home Inspections
We perform complete assessments of residential properties, examining various components such as structure, plumbing, electrical systems, HVAC, and more to identify any issues or concerns. A detailed report is delivered full of high-quality photos and descriptions of any issues discovered.
Exterior Cladding Inspections
We offer thorough examinations of the exterior surfaces of a home, including many kinds of siding, stucco, brick, stone veneer, and EIFS to detect defects, damage, or vulnerabilities that may compromise the building envelope.
Home Re-inspection
Sometimes, follow-up inspections are conducted after repairs have been made based on findings from a previous 45th Parallel Home Inspection. Re-inspections ensure that agreed-upon repairs have been completed satisfactorily before finalizing a real estate transaction.
Sewer Line Inspections
Specialized inspections focus on evaluating the condition of main sewer lines and checking for blockages, leaks, or damage that could affect the property.
Radon Testing
Testing for the presence of radon gas, a naturally occurring radioactive gas that can seep into homes from the soil is recommended by the EPA for every real estate transaction, as well as periodically while living in a home. Radon testing helps identify elevated levels of radon, which pose health risks to occupants if not properly mitigated.
Home Health Checkups
Not selling but still interested in how your home is shaping up? Regularly scheduled evaluations of a home's general condition in key areas help identify minor issues early on, preventing them from escalating into major problems and ensuring the home remains safe and well-maintained. From the roof and attic to the crawlspace, 45th Parallel Home Inspection will let you know.
Roof Inspections
A roof inspection involves assessing the condition of a building's roof to identify any damage, leaks, or potential issues. Inspectors examine materials, flashing, gutters, and structural integrity to ensure safety and longevity, providing recommendations for repairs or maintenance.
Crawlspace and Attic Inspections
Crawlspace and attic inspections involve thorough assessments of these often unvisited areas in the home. We examine for structural integrity, insulation effectiveness, moisture issues, and pest infestations. We identify potential hazards or maintenance needs for safety, energy efficiency, and structural soundness.
What is the Purpose of an Oregon City Home Inspection?
What is the Purpose of an Oregon City Home Inspection?A home is more than just a place to hang your hat: it’s where memories are made. Our purpose is to ensure that your home is a safe and welcoming environment for you and your loved ones. A home inspection serves as a critical step in the home-buying process, offering invaluable insights into the condition of the property.
For homeowners, it gives you a holistic look at any potential issues or areas of concern, empowering you to make informed decisions about necessary repairs. A regular inspection can identify maintenance needs or potential safety hazards, allowing for timely repairs and peace of mind.
What to Look for in a Home Inspection
It’s hard to know exactly what a home inspection will find, from minor quirks to big red flags. While there are some easy steps to deal with a drafty front door, major issues may require professional help.
Structural Integrity
Cracks in the foundation, sagging floors, or signs of settlement may indicate structural issues requiring further evaluation and repair.
Water Damage
With the kind of weather we get in the Pacific Northwest, making sure your home is watertight is an ongoing challenge. From standing water in the crawlspace to visible damage in the attic, we’ll point out major water intrusion areas.
Roof Condition
Missing or damaged shingles, leaks, or signs of deterioration can compromise the integrity of the roof and lead to costly repairs if not addressed promptly. If the roof is nearing the end of its life, you need to know that before buying the property.
Electrical Systems
Outdated wiring, unsafe electrical systems, or faulty electrical panels pose safety hazards and should be inspected by a licensed electrician.
Plumbing Issues
Leaks, low water pressure, or corroded pipes can indicate plumbing problems that may require attention to prevent water damage or mold growth or even full pipe replacement
Pest Infestations
Signs of insects, rodents, or other pests can wreak havoc on a property's structure and pose health risks to occupants. We are not licensed pest inspectors, but we can certainly point out the damage that’s been caused and signs of pest activity so you can hire a professional to help.
HVAC Concerns
Inefficient heating or cooling systems, lack of maintenance, faulty operation, or damaged components can impact indoor comfort and air quality and even sometimes be a safety hazard.
FAQs About Troutdale OR Home Inspections
Common questions and answers for home buyers and sellers alike
A stucco inspection involves performing a visual inspection, followed by invasive probing to check for elevated water content and decay in the wall structure behind the stucco. A detailed report is provided outlining the findings of the visual and invasive inspection portions.
If owning a home containing stucco, a stucco inspection can help you avoid costly repairs by catching problems early before they become major issues. If purchasing a home having stucco, it can help identify issues including costly necessary repairs before you purchase the home allowing you to negotiate repairs before purchase.
It depends. We do many inspections that have repairs that can be handled with a few thousand dollars because they are maintenance items or small repairs. Sometimes, we find issues and recommend the complete removal of the stucco and damaged wall structure below and re-siding the building.
The most expensive repair we have heard following our inspection process is approximately $300,000. Yes, that is three hundred thousand dollars. Those customers really got their money’s worth with our inspection. We estimate that almost every stucco inspection uncovers more in the cost of repairs than our inspection costs, making it a very good investment.
It depends. It starts at about $800. That would be for a situation where there is a smaller section of stucco such as on the front of the home only, one story, and not many windows. We evaluate every house to determine how much time it will take to perform the inspection, write the report, and provide a quote. It typically ranges from $800 to $3000 for most homes. It can be more depending on height, size, complexity, decks, number of windows, and other openings.
For larger commercial buildings, depending on the same factors of size, complexity, number of windows and openings, and height it generally starts around $2500. We will review and provide a quote.
Traditional stucco is made from cement, lime, and sand, and is applied in 3 layers totaling about ⅞ inch thick. EIFS (synthetic stucco) is a very thin ⅛ inch finish coat over prepared insulation boards for added energy efficiency. While looking like hard coat stucco at a glance, it is very different and much more fragile compared to hard coat stucco.
We use specialized tools like moisture meters and moisture probes to measure moisture content and assess the condition of your walls. Sometimes, Infrared cameras are helpful, but any moisture content or decay can only be verified with physical probing of the wall structure under the stucco.
A typical stucco inspection can take anywhere from three hours to all day, depending on the size and complexity of the home. On larger homes or commercial buildings, it can take multiple days.
At 45th Parallel Home Inspection, we are committed to providing you with comprehensive and accurate inspection reports. Our expertise in home inspections can help protect your home investment. Contact us today to schedule your inspection.
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