What to Expect From Your Inspection
Professional Home Inspection Services You Can Trust
Whether you are buying, selling, or maintaining your home, Stauss Inspections is committed to providing a thorough, professional, and client-focused inspection experience from the first phone call to the final report delivery. We take the time to walk through the home with you, answer questions, and explain systems and components in a practical, easy-to-understand way so you can feel more confident about the property and its condition.
Our inspections exceed the minimum Standards of Practice established by InterNACHI (International Association of Certified Home Inspectors), one of the industry’s leading professional associations. My goal is not only to identify concerns, but also to help clients better understand how the home functions and what to expect moving forward.
At the conclusion of the inspection, I will review the home’s overall condition and major systems with you and your agent. We will discuss any significant issues that may require immediate attention, along with maintenance items and conditions to monitor over time. All findings will be documented in a clear, easy-to-read Spectora report delivered in HTML and/or PDF format, complete with photographs and detailed notes for reference.
5 Benefits of a Home Inspection
Ensures Your Safety
A home inspection evaluates critical safety concerns such as electrical hazards, carbon monoxide risks, mold, and structural integrity.
Prepares You For the Future
We can point out components near the end of their lifespan (such as HVAC systems or water heaters) so you can budget accordingly.
Garners Trust
Sellers who conduct pre-listing inspections can show transparency and build buyer trust, potentially leading to quicker offers and smoother negotiations.
Grants Peace of Mind
Knowing the condition of the home helps you feel confident in your purchase or sale and reduces surprises after the transaction.
Visual & Informative Reports
Visual
Our home inspection reports include high-resolution photos and videos. Spot key issues and understand your home’s condition at a glance.
Follow Up Support
After your inspection, we’ll review the findings with you and your real estate agent so you can ask questions and gain clarity on what matters most.
Delivery Within 24 Hours
You’ll receive your detailed home inspection report within 24 hours of the inspection. Our reports are fast, reliable, and always on time.
Email Delivery
We send your inspection report via email, with access to your Spectora portal so you can make payments and sign agreements all in the same place.
Mobile-Friendly Reports
Our Spectora reports are optimized for smartphones and tablets, giving you access to your report from anywhere, on any device.
Agent Repair Request Tool
Real estate agents love our built-in Repair Request Document Generator. This powerful tool makes it simple to copy key findings from the report into repair requests or negotiation documents.
What's Included in a Home Inspection?
Roof
Roof coverings, gutters, downspouts, vents, flashing, skylights, chimney, roof penetrations and the general structure of the roof.
Attic, Insulation, Ventilation
Insulation and ventilation of unfinished spaces, including attics, crawl spaces, foundation areas and exhaust systems.
Exterior
Siding, windows, exterior doors, flashing & trim, walkways, driveways, stairs, patios & decks, and drainage.
Basement, Foundation, Crawlspace, Structure
Foundation movement, cracks, structural concerns, and indication of water penetration.
Cooling
Cooling system, location of thermostat, energy source and cooling method.
Heating
Heating system, location of thermostat, energy source and heating method.
Fireplace
Visible portions of the fireplace & chimneys, lintels, damper doors, and cleanout doors & frames.
Plumbing
Main water & fuel supply shut-off valves, water heater, interior water supply, toilets, sinks, tubs, showers, drain, waste and vent systems.
Electrical
Service drop, overhead service conductors, service head & mast, main service disconnect, panelboards, grounding, switches, light fixtures, receptacles deemed to be AFCI & GFCI, and the presence of smoke alarms & carbon monoxide detectors.
Appliances
Dishwasher, disposal, range, oven, microwave, refrigerator, exhaust, bathroom heater, garage door, doorbell, and dryer vent
Doors, Windows, Interior
Representative number of doors & windows, floors, walls, ceilings, stairs, railings, garage door and openers.
