Home Inspection Worcester MA

My name is Thomas Herbst I am a Home inspector in Worcester Ma area. I started Clayton Home Inspections in 1994 with the purpose of providing a thorough home inspection in Worcester Ma also, homebuyers can feel good about moving into their new home. Prior to that, I was in construction since 1979. I started from the ground up and have a Pest Certification License over many years, and Certified Wood destroying certification for many years now and retained my pest license and Home inspector License ever since.

Knowledge & Experience

This knowledge and Experience is useful when inspecting the structure also electrical system, plumbing system, heating system and looking for signs of active insect or damage, as insects can cause significant damage to a house. It is highly unlikely that you will find another home inspector with that much experience in House construction and pest damage Identification, along with that much experience in home inspections. Also, I’m not just talking about having a Home Inspection license. I’m also talking about having the genuine experience as a Contractor who has overseen multi-million dollar house constructions. Anybody can get a Home improvement license.

If you want to find some of the best home inspectors near me in Worcester Ma, you certainly need to do some research. There’s nothing worse than moving into a house and then recognizing that you need to drop $10,000-50K into it immediately, all because of an unskilled home inspector.

First, go to the State’s Board of Home Inspectors’ website and make certain the inspector’s license is still effective. Also, check the inspector out at the Better Business Bureau and Check for complaints and read any reviews that may be posted.

Also don’t go for the inexpensive home inspector. In this industry, oftentimes you usually get what you pay for. Whatever you’re spending for that house, it’s a lot of money, and searching for a home inspector with a “bargain-basement hunter’s” mentality is certainly not the right method. Hope to hear from you soon.

What is inspected at a Home Inspection by a Home inspector in Worcester Ma?

Water damage Inspection

This is a significant part of a home inspection, as water is a home’s “worst adversary”. I am additionally inspecting the gutters and downspouts to safeguard they are taking the water far enough away from the structure.

Exterior Inspection

In addition examining the walls/siding, fascia’s, rake boards, soffits, and windows and checking the structural integrity of the building. Also Inspecting for structural integrity and safety and Inspecting underside, as well (if possible). Examining the condition of the roofing material (ie: shingles, etc.). Also inspecting vent pipes, exhaust vents, and skylights.

Attic Inspection

In addition Confirming fundamental reliability of the roof. Also making sure the attic is appropriately vented and insulted. Also examination support system and for signs of water infiltration and Inspecting chimney (if present) and making sure there is a sufficient amount of insulation.

Interior Inspection

Walls, Floors, Ceilings, Doors & Windows Inspection. The State regulations only require that we operate one door and window per room. I go well beyond that.

Kitchen Inspection

State regulations do not require us to inspect appliances. I do not inspect and operate dishwashers, ranges, microwaves and trash compactors.

Bathroom Inspection

Inspect plus operate all toilets, sinks, tubs, and showers, checking for leaks and proper functionality. Also, inspect any exhaust fans.

Basement Inspection

Ensuring structural integrity, looking for signs of water penetration and also inspecting bulkheads.

Heating System Inspection (Temperature Permitting)

Inspect and operate all boilers, furnaces and air handlers. Making sure each room has a heat source. Inspection of oil tanks is not mandated by the State but they are certainly included in my home inspection.

Cooling System Inspection (Temperature-permitting)

Inspect and operate all cooling systems in-season (ie: condensers, compressors, evaporator coils, heat pumps, etc.).

Plumbing System Inspection

Inspect plus operate all plumbing fixtures. Observing for leaks in supply and drainage pipes everywhere. Inspecting there are no clogged pipes (backups). Water heaters are inspected.

Electrical System Inspection

Extremely important part of a home inspection from a cost standpoint, as well as safety. In addition Inspecting all electrical panels ensuring proper grounding of an electrical system. Also Inspecting all visible wiring throughout the building for loose and/or exposed wires. The State regulations only require us to check one outlet per room. I go way beyond that.

Termite Inspection

I am actually looking for any kind of insect damage (ie: carpenter ant, termite, etc.) My 15 years (previous) experience as a contractor along with my 24 years experience as a home inspector simply cannot be matched. If you or someone you know has more experience than me in each of these two fields (and can prove it) then I will gladly remove this claim.

Well water test

This test is highly recommended for any house with Well water. I can test for up to 26 items in the water (ie: bacteria, lead, iron, VOC’s etc.).

Radon Testing (add’l fee)

Radon

If there is a finished basement or if you plan on finishing it, then this test is highly recommended. There are also other situations that would constitute performing a radon test.

Worcester Ma

Introduction to Worcester, Massachusetts

Incorporated in 1722, Worcester is the third largest city in New England (behind Boston, Massachusetts and Providence, Rhode Island), and the second largest city in Massachusetts. Worcester has a population of approximately 175,000 people. According to U.S. Census estimates, the Worcester metropolitan statistical area had a population of approximately 750,000 people as of 2000.

Worcester is located in central Massachusetts. It is about an hour drive southwest from Boston, Massachusetts, an hour and ten minutes northeast of Hartford, Connecticut, and 50 minutes northwest of Providence, Rhode Island. Also Worcester is one of only a few cities to win the National Civic League’s coveted “All-America City Award” five times. Worcester is also home to one Fortune 1000 corporate headquarters. Many others are located in communities near by.

In addition Worcester’s climate is characterized by four distinct seasons and Winters are cold and summers tend to be warm and humid. Also January is the coldest month of the year with an average daily temperature of 31 degrees Fahrenheit. Also July is the warmest month of the year with an average daily temperature of 79 degrees Fahrenheit. Worcester gets an average of almost 68 inches of snow during the winter.

Worcester Arts and Entertainment

For a city of modest size, also Worcester provides a good assortment of arts and cultural offerings. Some of the more notable include:

• The American Antiquarian Society
• Ecotarium
• The Foothills Theatre Company
• The Higgins Armory Museum (the largest collection of arms and armor in the western hemisphere)
• Musicians of the Old Post Road
• Music Worcester
• Opera Worcester
• The Worcester Art Museum
• The Worcester History Museum

Worcester is also a relatively short drive to all of the arts and cultural offerings of Boston, Massachusetts, Hartford, Connecticut, and Providence, Rhode Island.

The Complete Home Inspection

• Exterior home inspection (walls, trim, siding, grading)
• Porch, patio, balcony and deck home inspection
• Roof, flashing, and chimney, vents home inspection
• Structural integrity home inspection
• Interior (walls, floors, ceilings, windows)
• Attic home inspection (including rafters, ceiling joists, insulation, ventilation)
• Basement home inspection (water seepage)
• Heating system home inspection (Force Hot Air, Forced Hot Water, Heat Pumps, and distributions)
• Cooling system home inspection (Compressor, evaporator coil, service lines, drains, disconnects)
• Plumbing system home inspection (waste drains, venting, supply pipes, fixtures)
• Electrical system home inspection (Electrical outlets, wires, service panel(s), breakers, fuses, lighting)
• Termite (VA) home inspection (Included Termites, Carpenter ants, Rodents)
• Radon testing (add’l fee)
• Water analysis (add’l fee)
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