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"Alta represents our commitment to the highest level of professionalism, service and experience in the home inspection business"

With any Alta home inspection in the Chicago area, you'll receive a detailed, comprehensive report that explains the condition of the home's structural elements, major systems and components. Our friendly, professional and experienced home inspectors will answer any and all of your questions about the home, during the inspection process or anytime afterwards.  Once the home inspection is complete you will be able to make your purchasing decision with confidence.

Items covered in a typical inspection:

·       Exterior – Walk on roof (when possible), check shingles, chimney, flashing, roof structure, gutters, vents, etc.  Siding, windows, doors, drainage, wood trim condition, walks, driveway and patio/deck/balconies.

·       Foundation/Structure – Basement: walls, floor, framing, sump pump(s), structural elements, dampness/ flooding, etc.  Crawlspace: Walls, drainage, vapor barrier, insulation, ventilation and structural elements.

·       Heating – Age, type, condition, controls, efficiency, components, check for gas leaks, CO and Fireplaces.

·       Cooling – Age, type, condition and operation (weather permitting).

·       Electric System – Amperage, voltage, service type and entry, adequacy, wiring type and condition, outlets and safety devices.

·       Plumbing – Piping type and condition, water pressure, delivery method, water heater, waste system type, condition and fixtures.

·       Appliances – Type, condition and operation.

·       Attic – Insulation, ventilation, roof structure and energy saving recommendations.

·       Interior – Windows, doors, walls and ceilings.

Ask us about additional service packages including

  •     IAQ  (Indoor air quality) testing
  •     Radon Gas Measurement
  •     Mold screening, air samples and bulk samples
  •     Termite Inspection
  •     EIFS (Dryvit®) Inspection
  •     Energy Audits
  •     Specialized Consulting – problem solving

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