Pre-Purchase Home Inspections
Once you have decided on the home you which to purchase, an examination of that house by a qualified Home Inspector is highly recommended, to determine the current condition of the house and to make you aware of what components or systems may need repair or upgrading.  Whether you are a nervous first-time buyer or a seasoned buyer of real estate, you want to make sure that your property is properly inspected for peace of mind.
 
The State of Wisconsin has issued some basic standards for all Home Inspectors to follow.  If you would like to see what the basic requirements are and how the State of Wisconsin defines a Home Inspection, please go to http://www.wahigroup.com/wahi_wi_standards.html
 
Pre-Sale Home Inspections
If you are looking to sell your home or property, knowing its real condition will give you the information you need to accurately price and describe it to a potential buyer, or to repair it prior to putting it on the market. You won’t be surprised or possibly delayed by any unforeseen problems, and you will be in a better position to maximize your asking price.  By providing full disclosure to your buyer, you help to make the sale go more smoothly.
 
Duplex and Multi-Family Home Inspections
Buying a rental property or even the property you are currently renting can be a major investment.  Knowing ahead of time about the condition of the building is imperative. A professional, unbiased inspection will find any improper building practices, any items that require extensive repairs, any items that are general maintenance issues, as well as some fire and safety issues.
 
Wisconsin Rental Weatherization Inspections
Since January 1, 1985, most residential properties in Wisconsin have had to meet minimum energy conservation standards at the time of ownership transfer. Private state-certified inspectors are hired by owners to check properties for compliance with the standards. The Register of Deeds in your county will not record the transfer of a property unless:

• An inspector has certified the property; or
• The buyer has filed a Stipulation to bring it up to Code within a year; or
• The property or transfer is shown on the Real Estate Transfer Return to beexcluded from the Code; or
• The buyer has filed a Waiver with the Department of Commerce stating that the building will be demolished within two years.

All of our inspections assess the following components:

• Structure: foundation, walls, water seepage,  floors, columns,
  ceilings, roofs, sump pumps.
  
  
• Exterior: siding, flashing and trim, eaves,  doors, windows, garage doors, decks, porches, driveway, walks, patios and  landscaping.
  
  
• Roofing: roofing materials, chimney, drainage,  gutters, roof penetrations, rafters, joists and structural  supports.
  
  
• Electrical: service entrance and  equipment, grounding equipment,
  distribution panels, and a representative  number of light fixtures,
  receptacles and switches.
  
  
• Plumbing:  functional flow and distribution of water supply, fixtures and faucets,  interior drainage and waste system, hot water system, chimneys, flues and vents.
  
  
• Heating and Air Conditioning: heating equipment and  distribution system, cooling and air handling equipment.  
  
  
• Interior: walls, floors, ceilings, steps, stairways,  railings, cabinets, counters, windows, doors and hardware.
  
  
• Insulation / Ventilation: moisture control, unfinished  attic, basement and crawlspace.