What is included in our home inspections in the Tampa Bay areas? Our thorough visual inspection of the major systems of the house covers everything from the roof to the foundation. We encourage you to come along with us as we inspect your home, and feel free to ask questions any time during your home inspection. For more information on home inspections, please browse through the rest of this website. Should you have additional questions, please contact us. Roofing Systems Roof covering; Roof drainage systems; Flashings; Skylights, chimneys, and roof penetrations; and Signs of’ leaks or abnormal condensation on building components. The home inspector shall: Describe the type of roof cove
Sinkholes are ground-surface depressions that result when a subterranean void weakens support of the overlying earth. Why Are Sinkholes a Concern for Inspectors? They threaten water supplies by draining unfiltered water from streams, lakes and wetlands directly into aquifers. They kill and injure people. A person can be harmed when stepping into an existing sinkhole or when the ground beneath gives way during a sinkhole’s collapse. Sinkholes can cause structural damage and instability under buildings, roads and bridges. Repairing them after collapse is expensive and requires specialized knowledge. The underlying cause of the sinkhole must be addressed first, or the repair may prove to be onl
