Home Inspection Services Provided In Washington State
Just as an investigator looks at a crime scene, we explore any clues around your home that might have other wise been looked past. Ensuring your home is operating as it should from the foundation to the roof. Our goal is to provide valuable information for you to reference for years to come. In doing this we offer our client an easy to read computer generated report that varies from 30 to 40 pages in length. Your report and home maintenance guide are provided to you in a hard covered three ring binder for your reference and safe keeping.
Our services provide a range of specialties for all types of clients. Whether you are purchasing a new home, analyzing your home's condition prior to market listing, or just wondering how your investment is performing... AMS Inspection Services is your answer!
Home Inspection (Pre-Purchase)
The inspector tests all appliances and inspects the electrical, plumbing and overall condition of the structure. Starting at $300 for a full home inspection this investment could save you thousands in repairs in the long run and give you piece of mind.
Pre-Listing Inspection
These inspections may help you sell your faster, receive better offers, speed up negotiations or increase profits. Before you put your home on the market order an inspection and put your best foot forward.
Structural Pest Inspections
Identification of possible wood destroying organisms that may be effecting your home. If you suspect a possible infestation don’t wait another day. The infestation service is offered with all of our Pre-Purchase, Pre-Listing and Maintenance Home Inspections or can be requested as a stand alone service.
HVAC Tests (Duct Blaster)
A third party analysis of the new construction HVAC system installation. All new construction homes must conduct this test to comply with the 2009 Washington State Energy Code for HVAC: 503.10.3 Sealing.
Maintenance & Warranty Inspections
Homes need a tune-up just like your car. A 1-Year Builder's Warranty or maintenance inspection just makes sense. Small defects can quickly become big headaches if they are not properly diagnosed and fixed.
Rental Property Inspection
With our owner's personal experience in the rental market, he found it increasingly important to conduct inspections when a property's lease expired. Having third party documentation of your investment property's overall condition is important for recording tenant damage, receiving deposits and scheduling routine maintenance. These inspections are cost effective and start at just $100.
Neighborhood Environmental Data Reports
Each EDR Report includes detailed information about known and potential environmental concerns and starts with a brief summary of the findings EDR has identified about a property. Whether you are buying or selling a home, the report helps to ensure peace of mind.
ENERGY STAR Homes NW Verification
This is a US EPA program that helps businesses and individuals protect the environment through "superior energy efficiency." To have an ENERGY STAR qualified home verified and certified, a verifier inspects the projects on-site to verify that it meets ENERGY STAR standards. During this process, the verifier directly confirms the proper selection and installation of specifications with nominal values and labels (eg., insulation, windows, appliances).
