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Testimonial Sun, 1/11/09 5:06 PM
Sincerely,
James Humphrey
I'm sorry for the delay in my reply; I've had trouble with my computer at home and really only get to read email at work.
Two city inspectors came out to check the main beam in the basement. One didn't say too much about it, but the other inspector said it looked undersized to him.
I'll be sure to send them your way.
Madison, St.Clair, St.Louis County Property Inspector
I am here to assist you in making a confident decision about your property. Whether you're buying a new property and want to be sure of what you're getting... or selling a property and want to eliminate possible problems that could delay or lose a sale. Maybe you just want a professional home inspector to inspect and advise you on the condition and maintenance or safety recommendations of your current home, I am here to help.
Many real estate agents, some I've known for years, might say I'm too thorough. I have never had a client say that, at least not to me personally.
Be an Informed Buyer
It is your responsibility to be an informed buyer. Be sure that what you buy is satisfactory in every respect. You have the right to carefully examine your potential new home with a qualified home inspector. You may arrange to do so before signing your contract, or may do so after signing the contract as long as your contract states that the sale of the home depends on the inspection.
Appraisals are Different from Home Inspections
Appraisals are for lenders; home inspections are for buyers. An appraisal is required to:
a Estimate the market value of a house
a Make sure that the house meets minimum property standards/requirements
a Make sure that the property is marketable.
Why a Buyer Needs a Home Inspection
A home inspection gives the buyer more detailed information about the overall condition of the home prior to purchase. In a home inspection, a qualified inspector takes an in-depth, unbiased look at your potential new home to:
aEvaluate the physical condition: structure, construction, and mechanical systems;
aIdentify items that need to be repaired or replaced; and
aEstimate the remaining useful life of the major systems, equipment, structures and finishes.
I love my profession and inspect each property as if I were purchasing it myself. When YOU hire me, YOU are the one I am working for. You'll have a professional home inspector on your side with an abundance of training, education, and more than 20 years of experience in construction, home renovation, and the inspection industry that will take the time and give the extra effort to examine the visible aspects of the property.
My state of the art inspection report will give you a clear picture of what you're investment is. Inspections generally pay for themselves with the present defects and other potential problems that are discovered, sometime many times over. At the conclusion of the inspection, you will be significantly more educated of the home you have chosen to purchase or presently own.
I want you to feel free to ask me any questions you may have during the inspection process. I will point out the visible problems I discover and explain the seriousness they represent at the time of inspection.
Call me today to schedule an inspection to assist you with your next real estate transaction.
618-560-9986
A typical residential inspection involves 3 to 4 hours on site, sometimes more, to record all of the necessary information needed. Additional time at the office for research and generating a full written report, which will be available within 24 to 48 hours.
All of my inspections conform with the Illinois Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics, ( Illinois License # 450.003704).
Unfortunately home foreclosures are escalating to an all time high, putting thousands of homes on the market, many with unknown deficiencies. Do not buy a foreclosure without a home inspection. Even though you may believe you are making a good investment, it could evolve into a money pit with many unforeseen problems that could have been prevented by having a certified home inspection completed first.
At some foreclosure sales the home cannot be entered prior to the sale. With permission from the lending institution you may be able to get a complete inspection. At minimum have an exterior inspection, which can reveal many negative defects and inform you of the construction quality of the home as well as future preventative aspects and key conditions of major (expensive) items such as the roof, foundation, windows, siding, and landscaping. Don't let your dream investment turn into another foreclosure.
"I will make you this guarantee. If you will attend the inspection and be there with me, I will promise you that when it has ended...if you are not totally satisfied with the quality of the inspection, tell me before you receive your report and if I cannot resolve any issues you may have, your inspection will be absolutely free with no questions asked."
The term "heat island" describes built up areas that are hotter than nearby rural areas. The annual mean air temperature of a city with 1 million people or more can be 1.8–5.4°F (1–3°C) warmer than its surroundings. In the evening, the difference can be as high as 22°F (12°C). Heat islands can affect communities by increasing summertime peak energy demand, air conditioning costs, air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions, heat-related illness and mortality, and water quality.
Where You Live
EPA's Urban Heat Island Community Actions Database, accessible through the links and map below, provides information on more than 75 local and statewide initiatives to reduce heat islands and achieve related benefits.
Each entry in the database includes a description of the activity, its current status, and a link to a website (if available) for more information.
Use the links below to view actions in the database:
- By State & Locality lists all initiatives alphabetically by state and city/town name;
- By Initiative Type lists the initiatives by type (e.g., ordinance, building code, outreach program);
- By Strategy lists the programs by mitigation strategy (e.g., trees and vegetation, green roofs, cool roofs, cool pavements).
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