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WHAT IS INFRARED TECHNOLOGY AND WHY DO YOU USE IT?
Infrared technology is the latest advancement in the inspection industry. We always keep up with the latest trends and in fact, were the first company to outfit each of our inspectors with an infrared camera. We even trained other companies' inspectors on how to use the cameras and technology. Infrared cameras allow us to "see" things that are invisible to the naked eye. It is a non-invasive tool that allows our inspectors to detect hidden leak sources, missing insulation, "hot" electrical wiring and more.
HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN IN BUSINESS?
AmeriPro has been in business more than 14 years. Founded in 1994, the company has continued to grow stronger with each year of operation. We began by providing home and commercial insections and have expanded our array of services to include, new construction monitoring, quality assurance inspections, termite inspections, insurance surveys, 4-point inspections, mold screening assessments, indoor air quality assessments, infrared inspections, roof surveys and the latest addition, windstorm mitigation inspections. Whatever your building inspection needs, we have an inspector on staff to accomodate you.
WHY SHOULD I USE AMERIPRO INSPECTION CORPORATION?
From scheduling to the inspection and beyond, you'll be completely satisfied with our company. We have multiple inspectors specializing in different areas of construction to ensure you are taken care of. All of our inspectors have undergone significant training prior to joining our company and undergo the AmeriPro "bootcamp" before we allow them to set foot on your property. We carry all the necessary insurances to ensure you are protected on every level. These include Worker's Comp Insurance, General Liability Insurance and we are one of only a few companies to carry Errors & Ommissions Insurance for YOUR protection!
WHAT TYPE OF INSPECTION REPORT WILL I RECEIVE?
Our reports are second to none. Proprietarily developed using almost 20 years experience, The Home Guide intuitively outlines your home, its features, defects and conditions. Our report is easy to read and understand. We take you through each section of the home objectively explaining our findings. The Home Guide is SO effective that inspectors and inspection companies nationwide purchase and use it for their business. In addition to your report, our staff is at your service should you have any questions regarding your report following your inspection.
DO YOU PROVIDE PHOTOGRAPHS?
All reports include photos of defects, safety issues and relevant findings during the inspection. Photographs are edited with descriptions and connected to the defect associated with the picture by number so you can easily find the photo corresponding to the defect.
WHY SHOULD I PURCHASE THE PLATINUM PLUS INSPECTION PACKAGE?
The Platinum Plus inspection package is our exclusive service in which we provide ALL your necessary inspection for ONE LOW price! The purchase of this package ensures that you know everything needed to make the most informed decision on the property you are about to purchase. This package will SAVE YOU more than $1300 in inspection fees!
WHAT DOES A HOME INSPECTION INCLUDE?
We follow the stringent guidelines and Inspection Standards of the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI). The inspector typically spends 2 1/2 to 3 hours performing a thorough, visual, functional and operational inspection of the many mechanical and structural components of the home. The inspection includes an evaluation of such important elements as: Grounds, Foundation, Structural, Attics, Roofs, Plumbing, Electrical, Heating, Air Conditioning, Appliances, etc. Additional services include items such as Pools, Private Water or Sewage (Septic) Systems, Radon, etc. A detailed report written in language that you can understand, will be furnished at the time of the inspection. We feel that a verbal consultation is a part of the inspection process, and we are also available for additional consultation.
CAN A HOUSE "FAIL" ITS INSPECTION?
No. A professional home inspection is simply an examination into the current condition of your prospective home. It is not an appraisal or a Municipal Code inspection. A home inspector, therefore, will not pass or fail a house, but will simply describe its condition and indicate which items will be in need of major repair or replacement immediately or near future.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
We feel our primary purpose is to educate our clients so they can make informed decisions. WE ENCOURAGE YOU TO ATTEND THE HOME INSPECTION. By attending, you will learn first hand about how the various components and systems of the house work together to create a safe and secure shelter for your family and where possible repairs may be done to make it even better .
IF THE HOUSE PROVES TO BE IN GOOD CONDITION, WAS THE COST OF THE INSPECTION JUSTIFIED?
Absolutely. Now you can go forward with the purchase of your home confidently and with peace of mind. You will have a better understanding of your home and how best to schedule and budget any future repairs or renovations. The inspector's written report will prove invaluable in planning and working with contractors and vendors.
WHEN DO I CALL IN THE HOME INSPECTOR?
A home inspector is typically contacted right after the contract or purchase agreement has been signed. However, before you sign, be sure that there is an inspection clause in the purchase contract, specifying that your purchase obligation is contingent upon the findings of a professional home inspection. This clause should specify the terms to which both the buyer and seller are obligated with respect to the findings of the inspection.
CAN'T I DO IT MYSELF?
Even the most experienced home owner lacks the knowledge and expertise of a professional home inspector who has inspected hundreds, perhaps thousands, of homes in his or her career. An inspector is familiar with the many elements of home construction, their proper installation and maintenance. The inspector understands how the home's systems and components are intended to function together, as well as how and why they fail. Above all, most buyers find it very difficult to remain completely objective and unemotional about the house they really want, and this may affect their judgment. For the most accurate information, it is best to obtain an impartial third-party opinion by an expert in the field of home inspection.
Make your next inspection an AmeriPro inspection and see why we are the preferred inspection company for northeast Florida. Call us at 904 268-9989, contact us by e-mail, or use our online forms to ask a question or order an inspection on line.
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