ABSOLUTE HOME INSPECTIONS
We provide Home Inspections, Mold & Indoor Air Quality, Radon, & Lead Based Paint Inspections
to Eastern Washington & Northern Idaho home buyers and sellers - 7 days a week!
CALL 509-869-7992 to book your inspection
Looking for a great Home Inspection?
Utilizing ABSOLUTE HOME INSPECTIONS is one of the most important things you
can do to ensure the home you're interested in buying or selling is in good
condition, safe to live in and without massive surprises. Also free of
mold, indoor air quality, radon, or lead based paint issues. You want to buy a
house with a clean bill of health. We can uncover defects with the house that
could cost you a lot of money down the road. You should know up front what
those issues may be to make a sound buying decision, and to be aware of
potential upcoming concerns. A proper inspection could save you tens of
thousands of dollars and prevent many headaches. The detailed inspection report
written in plain English and numerous photos will describe areas of concern or
interest plus a summary you can use as a negotiating tool.
Concerned about Mold & Indoor Air Quality? These
environmental hazards even in small amounts can cause numerous health problems
for you and your family. Mold can also cause structural problems to the home
itself. Mold, pollen, pet dander, dust mites, smoke & bug particles etc are
tested in a single visit.
Concerned about elevated Radon levels in the home? Radon is tasteless, odorless and
invisible, yet it is the second leading cause of lung cancer in America. The
Pacific Northwest is known to have high levels of Radon but testing is the only
way to know if there are elevated levels.
When you want a thorough, detailed, unbiased, clearly written & photographed professional examination of your home, or a Mold, Air Quality, Radon or Lead based paint inspection. Call ABSOLUTE HOME INSPECTIONS 509-869-7992.
What is a Home Inspection?
A Home Inspection is a visual examination of the physical structure and
systems of a home, from roof to foundation. We're trained to be detectives in
regard to the construction and working parts of the home. Over years of use and
sometimes many home owners, the home may have numerous repairs and updates and
we'll tell you if they were completed properly and won't cause you problems.
We'll tell you what safety issues are of concern to you and your family. We'll
explain the condition and status of maintenance items and if the roof is ok or
not. You want to know if the house is safe, is a good purchase, is without
major troublesome headaches and we exam it all and document it in your report.
A Home Inspection is a visual examination of the physical structure and
systems of a home, from roof to foundation. We're trained to be detectives in
regard to the construction and working parts of the home. Over years of use and
sometimes many home owners, the home may have numerous repairs and updates and
we'll tell you if they were completed properly and won't cause you problems.
We'll tell you what safety issues are of concern to you and your family. We'll
explain the condition and status of maintenance items and if the roof is ok or
not. You want to know if the house is safe, is a good purchase, is without
major troublesome headaches and we exam it all and document it in your report.
What you can expect
Upon calling and booking your appointment, details such as the basic
description of the home, the number of bedrooms and bathrooms etc will be noted
in preparation for the examination. A date and time will be set to your
schedule, often within 1-3 days from your call. Coordination with your real
estate agent and/or the sellers agent if involved will be made to ensure the
home is ready and available on the date set. You are welcome to attend
and learn. The inspection usually takes from 2-5 hours depending on the
size, age, complexity, condition, access and other factors. If additional
testing such as Mold, Indoor Air Quality, Radon, Lead based Paint testing is
involved then this is usually completed at the end of the inspection and may
add additional time. The Inspector will photograph numerous items to
better note the areas of concern or interest for reference in your report.
The bound report provided to you typically ranges 30-60 pages.
The report is comprehensive and extensive without the fluff so many
inspection firms include to bulk up their thin reports. Everything in the
report is specific about the home in question. The knowledge
gained will allow you to make a smart, educated buying decision.
What Really Matters
Buying a home? The process can be
stressful. You will absorb a lot of information in a short time. This includes
a written report, photographs, environmental reports and what the inspector
himself says during the inspection. All this combined with the seller's
disclosure and what you notice yourself can make the experience even more
overwhelming. What should you do?
Relax. Most of your inspection will be maintenance recommendations, and
minor imperfections. These are nice to know about. However, the issues that
really matter will fall into four categories:
- Major defects. An example of
this would be a structural failure.
- Things that lead to major
defects. A small roof-flashing leak, for example.
- Things that may hinder your
ability to finance, legally occupy or insure the home.
- Safety hazards, such as an
exposed, live buss bar at the electric panel.
Anything in these categories should be addressed. Often a serious problem
can be corrected inexpensively to protect both life and property (especially in
categories 2 and 4).
Most sellers are honest and are often surprised to learn of defects
uncovered during an inspection. Realize that sellers are under no obligation to
repair everything mentioned in the report. No home is perfect. Keep things in
perspective. Do not kill your deal over things that do not matter so much. It
is inappropriate to demand that a seller address deferred maintenance or
conditions already listed on the seller's disclosure or nit-picky items.
Upon calling and booking your appointment, details such as the basic description of the home, the number of bedrooms and bathrooms etc will be noted in preparation for the examination. A date and time will be set to your schedule, often within 1-3 days from your call. Coordination with your real estate agent and/or the sellers agent if involved will be made to ensure the home is ready and available on the date set. You are welcome to attend and learn. The inspection usually takes from 2-5 hours depending on the size, age, complexity, condition, access and other factors. If additional testing such as Mold, Indoor Air Quality, Radon, Lead based Paint testing is involved then this is usually completed at the end of the inspection and may add additional time. The Inspector will photograph numerous items to better note the areas of concern or interest for reference in your report. The bound report provided to you typically ranges 30-60 pages. The report is comprehensive and extensive without the fluff so many inspection firms include to bulk up their thin reports. Everything in the report is specific about the home in question. The knowledge gained will allow you to make a smart, educated buying decision.
Buying a home? The process can be
stressful. You will absorb a lot of information in a short time. This includes
a written report, photographs, environmental reports and what the inspector
himself says during the inspection. All this combined with the seller's
disclosure and what you notice yourself can make the experience even more
overwhelming. What should you do?
Relax. Most of your inspection will be maintenance recommendations, and minor imperfections. These are nice to know about. However, the issues that really matter will fall into four categories:
- Major defects. An example of this would be a structural failure.
- Things that lead to major defects. A small roof-flashing leak, for example.
- Things that may hinder your ability to finance, legally occupy or insure the home.
- Safety hazards, such as an exposed, live buss bar at the electric panel.
Anything in these categories should be addressed. Often a serious problem can be corrected inexpensively to protect both life and property (especially in categories 2 and 4).
Most sellers are honest and are often surprised to learn of defects
uncovered during an inspection. Realize that sellers are under no obligation to
repair everything mentioned in the report. No home is perfect. Keep things in
perspective. Do not kill your deal over things that do not matter so much. It
is inappropriate to demand that a seller address deferred maintenance or
conditions already listed on the seller's disclosure or nit-picky items.
A Full Inspection Includes:
As a NACHI member I must adhere to NACHI's Standards of Practice. This means
I will attempt to inspect all of the following (when accessible):
- Roof, vents, flashings, and
trim,
- Gutters and downspouts,
- Skylight, chimney and other
roof penetrations,
- Decks, stoops, porches,
walkways, and railings,
- Eaves, soffit and fascia,
- Grading and drainage,
- Basement, foundation and
crawlspace,
- Water penetration and
foundation movement,
- Heating systems,
- Cooling systems,
- Main water shut off valves,
- Water heating system,
- Interior plumbing fixtures
and faucets,
- Drainage sump pumps with
accessible floats,
- Appliances included with the
home,
- Electrical service line and
meter box,
- Main disconnect and service
amperage,
- Electrical panels, breakers
and fuses,
- Grounding and bonding,
- GFCIs and AFCIs,
- Fireplace damper door and
hearth,
- Insulation and ventilation,
- Garage doors, safety sensors,
and openers,
- Identification of shut-offs
for Water, Electricity and Natural Gas.
- And much, much more.....
- Mold, Indoor Air Quality,
Radon, and Lead Based Paint testing also our specialty and available
during or seperate from a home inspection.
Review the NACHI Standards
of Practice for complete details
As a NACHI member I must adhere to NACHI's Standards of Practice. This means I will attempt to inspect all of the following (when accessible):
- Roof, vents, flashings, and trim,
- Gutters and downspouts,
- Skylight, chimney and other roof penetrations,
- Decks, stoops, porches, walkways, and railings,
- Eaves, soffit and fascia,
- Grading and drainage,
- Basement, foundation and crawlspace,
- Water penetration and foundation movement,
- Heating systems,
- Cooling systems,
- Main water shut off valves,
- Water heating system,
- Interior plumbing fixtures and faucets,
- Drainage sump pumps with accessible floats,
- Appliances included with the home,
- Electrical service line and meter box,
- Main disconnect and service amperage,
- Electrical panels, breakers and fuses,
- Grounding and bonding,
- GFCIs and AFCIs,
- Fireplace damper door and hearth,
- Insulation and ventilation,
- Garage doors, safety sensors, and openers,
- Identification of shut-offs for Water, Electricity and Natural Gas.
- And much, much more.....
- Mold, Indoor Air Quality, Radon, and Lead Based Paint testing also our specialty and available during or seperate from a home inspection.
Review the NACHI Standards
of Practice for complete details
Types of Inspections:
- Comprehensive Buyers Inspection - fully documented report
- Pre-listing Inspection - for the seller to prepare the home prior to listing for sale.
- 11th Month Home Warranty Inspection - Completed before your home warranty is about to expire and allows you to have things corrected under the warranty.
- Peace of Mind Inspection - for the existing home owner who simply wants to know the state of their home to keep it in top condition.
- Budget Buyers Inspection - you take your own notes based on the inspector’s expertise and findings. No report provided.
- Mold and Indoor Air Quality Inspection
- Radon Inspection
- Lead Based Paint Inspection
- Other Services: Arbitrator for Construction cases nationally,
Draw Inspector construction loans.
My Promise to You
Choosing the right home, mold, or radon inspector can be difficult,
particularly because you may not have a chance to meet me before you hire me.
Different inspectors have varying qualifications, equipment, experience,
reporting methods, & price. Ultimately a thorough inspection depends heavily
on the individual inspector's own effort and diligence. If you honor me by
permitting me to inspect your new home, I guarantee that I will give you my
Absolute best effort. This I promise you.
Peter Siposs H.I., I.A.C,
C.R.I, C.L.I
Absolute Home Inspections
Inspected once, Inspected right! ®
Choosing the right home, mold, or radon inspector can be difficult, particularly because you may not have a chance to meet me before you hire me. Different inspectors have varying qualifications, equipment, experience, reporting methods, & price. Ultimately a thorough inspection depends heavily on the individual inspector's own effort and diligence. If you honor me by permitting me to inspect your new home, I guarantee that I will give you my Absolute best effort. This I promise you.
Peter Siposs H.I., I.A.C,
C.R.I, C.L.I
Absolute Home Inspections
Inspected once, Inspected right! ®
About Peter Siposs, President of Absolute Home Inspections
In addition to Home Inspection certification and licensing
in two states, Peter is also certified for Mold and Indoor Air Quality
assessment by Reliable-Labs. Radon and Lead Based Paint Certification by
Icourse. Peter brings over 25 years of home remodeling, restoration and
engineering work experience. Clients get the very best competent service their
money can buy and very satisfied with the results of the knowledge gained to
properly make an educated buying decision. We're based in Liberty Lake
Washington just a few miles from the Idaho border to provide the best access
coverage possible to both states!
Licensing of home inspectors only sets a minimum standard. Much like being up to code, any less would be illegal. That's why
Peter has worked to become a member of the National Association of Certified
Home Inspectors (NACHI). As a NACHI member,:
- Pass NACHI's Inspector
Examination every year. This general, not association-specific exam is an
industry standard required by NACHI and some state licensing boards,
- Adhere to the industry's
largest, most comprehensive Standards of Practice,
- Abide by NACHI's Code of
Ethics,
- Follow a strict continuing
education policy that requires, among other things, that I receive 24
hours of continuing education each year,
- Have completed NACHI's ethics
"obstacle course" which ensures that I am aware of my ethical
duties as a home inspector,
- Have passed NACHI's Standards
of Practice quiz,
- Have signed and submitted an
affidavit legally agreeing that I have and will continue to adhere to all
NACHI standards, ethics and education requirements,
- Maintain a continuing
education log that is verified by NACHI,
- Submit a portion of my
inspection reports to NACHI's report review committee for outside
evaluation,
- Am required to successfully
complete NACHI's comprehensive Standards of Practice course and
examination, Roofing course and examination and Electrical course and
examination,
- Attend at least one chapter
meeting or educational seminar every two years (reasonable exceptions
apply),
- Have access to the
Inspector's Quarterly so I can keep up-to-date on all the latest issues in
the home inspection industry,
- Have access to a number of
learning tools such as inspection tips and technique illustrations, a
library of home inspection books and videos, the industry's largest
message board, NACHI's "what's new" publication of recent
inspection news, Dear NACHI," a detailed advice column, free online
courses, quizzes, and exams, and the NACHI University,
- Have access to a free report
review and mentoring service,
If you need a home inspection performed, don't settle for anything less than
Absolute Home Inspections. A NACHI-certified home inspector.
In addition to Home Inspection certification and licensing in two states, Peter is also certified for Mold and Indoor Air Quality assessment by Reliable-Labs. Radon and Lead Based Paint Certification by Icourse. Peter brings over 25 years of home remodeling, restoration and engineering work experience. Clients get the very best competent service their money can buy and very satisfied with the results of the knowledge gained to properly make an educated buying decision. We're based in Liberty Lake Washington just a few miles from the Idaho border to provide the best access coverage possible to both states!
Licensing of home inspectors only sets a minimum standard. Much like being up to code, any less would be illegal. That's why Peter has worked to become a member of the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors (NACHI). As a NACHI member,:
- Pass NACHI's Inspector Examination every year. This general, not association-specific exam is an industry standard required by NACHI and some state licensing boards,
- Adhere to the industry's largest, most comprehensive Standards of Practice,
- Abide by NACHI's Code of Ethics,
- Follow a strict continuing education policy that requires, among other things, that I receive 24 hours of continuing education each year,
- Have completed NACHI's ethics "obstacle course" which ensures that I am aware of my ethical duties as a home inspector,
- Have passed NACHI's Standards of Practice quiz,
- Have signed and submitted an affidavit legally agreeing that I have and will continue to adhere to all NACHI standards, ethics and education requirements,
- Maintain a continuing education log that is verified by NACHI,
- Submit a portion of my inspection reports to NACHI's report review committee for outside evaluation,
- Am required to successfully complete NACHI's comprehensive Standards of Practice course and examination, Roofing course and examination and Electrical course and examination,
- Attend at least one chapter meeting or educational seminar every two years (reasonable exceptions apply),
- Have access to the Inspector's Quarterly so I can keep up-to-date on all the latest issues in the home inspection industry,
- Have access to a number of learning tools such as inspection tips and technique illustrations, a library of home inspection books and videos, the industry's largest message board, NACHI's "what's new" publication of recent inspection news, Dear NACHI," a detailed advice column, free online courses, quizzes, and exams, and the NACHI University,
- Have access to a free report review and mentoring service,
If you need a home inspection performed, don't settle for anything less than Absolute Home Inspections. A NACHI-certified home inspector.
CALL 509-869-7992 to book your inspection
Email:
peter@absolute-home-inspections.com
alternate email: absolute99019@yahoo.com
