Residential
Basement Crawl Space
Inspection
Many homes in Southern California have crawl spaces. Every Elite Home Inspection includes an evaluation of the crawl space along with the other major systems of the home. A crawl space is a small, unfinished area below the home used for storage of major systems such as the plumbing, ductwork, electrical, etc. Sometimes crawl spaces are attached to a finished basement, while in other cases the crawl space replaces the basement altogether. Although you probably don’t use your crawl space very often, it’s still a part of your home, which is why we’ll include it in your home inspection. We can also do a separate crawl space inspection if you suspect there are issues down there.
When we perform a crawl space inspection here at The Elite Group, we’ll do a lot more than just shine a flashlight down there. Our inspector will climb into the crawl space and evaluate every inch of it for damage and potential issues. Our evaluation will include a visual inspection of the foundation, the plumbing, and the electrical system, as well as searching for issues like standing water, exposed nails, and the smell of mold.
Residential
Basement Crawl Space Inspection
Many homes in Southern California have crawl spaces. Every Elite Home Inspection includes an evaluation of the crawl space along with the other major systems of the home. A crawl space is a small, unfinished area below the home used for storage of major systems such as the plumbing, ductwork, electrical, etc. Sometimes crawl spaces are attached to a finished basement, while in other cases the crawl space replaces the basement altogether. Although you probably don’t use your crawl space very often, it’s still a part of your home, which is why we’ll include it in your home inspection. We can also do a separate crawl space inspection if you suspect there are issues down there.
When we perform a crawl space inspection here at The Elite Group, we’ll do a lot more than just shine a flashlight down there. Our inspector will climb into the crawl space and evaluate every inch of it for damage and potential issues. Our evaluation will include a visual inspection of the foundation, the plumbing, and the electrical system, as well as searching for issues like standing water, exposed nails, and the smell of mold.
What Happens During a Basement Crawl Space Inspection?
What Happens During a Basement Crawl Space Inspection?
Since basement crawl spaces are more exposed to the elements than other parts of your home, there’s a lot that can go wrong down there. Water damage, mold, and pest activity are a few common crawl space problems, just to name a few. Luckily, a basement crawl space inspection will assess the health of the space and determine any issues that you should consider having repaired by a professional.
Our basement crawl space inspectors will perform a thorough visual home inspection of the area and keep an eye out for:
- Moisture damage like damp insulation and warped wooden beams
- Floor damage
- Signs of pest activity including rodents and insects
- Mold and mildew
- Foundation damage like cracks, shifting, and settling
- Issues with the wiring and electrical system
- Plumbing issues like leaks, cracks, or corrosion
- And more!
Once the evaluation is completed, our basement crawl space inspector will clearly communicate their findings to you, answer any questions you have about the condition of the basement crawl space, and even make recommendations on repairs you may need.
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