š What Really Happens During a Home Inspection: Blog
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By Commander & Chief Home Inspection Detroit Built, Detroit Protected.
When you schedule a professional home inspection, youāre not just getting a checklist youāre getting peace of mind from a Certified Master Inspector with 30+ years of hands-on construction experience.
At Commander & Chief Home Inspection, we donāt just inspect we protect.
Hereās what goes down during a full inspection:
1ļøā£ Exterior Check
We start outside roof, gutters, siding, windows, foundation. Weāre looking for cracks, leaks, and water intrusion that can cost you thousands if missed. Michigan weather can be brutal, so we check how your home is standing up to the elements.
2ļøā£ Interior Systems
Next, we move inside testing plumbing, electrical, heating, cooling, and built-in appliances. We also look for hidden signs of water damage, mold, or pest activity. Nothing gets overlookedĀ if it drips, hums, or runs, we test it.
3ļøā£ Structure & Foundation
From the basement to the attic, we check walls, ceilings, and floors for movement, sagging, or cracks that could point to structural concerns. Our experience in Detroitās housing stock helps us spot issues other inspectors might miss.
4ļøā£ Safety Features
We make sure smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, stair railings, and GFCI outlets are properly installed and functional. Your safety is priority one.
5ļøā£ The Commanderās Report
After the inspection, youāll receive a detailed digital report with photos, videos, and clear notes on every issue no confusing jargon. Youāll know exactly whatās a concern and whatās just normal wear and tear.
And yes youāre welcome to walk the inspection with us. Ask questions, learn about your home, and see what we see. Itās your investment we make sure you understand it inside and out.
š§ How to Use the Inspection Report to Your Advantage
Your inspection report is more than paperwork itās your homeownerās playbook. Hereās how to make it work for you:
⢠Negotiate Repairs or Price Use the findings to request repairs or adjust the sale price before closing.
⢠Plan for Maintenance Stay ahead of small issues before they become big ones.
⢠Know When to Walk Away If major structural or safety problems show up, the report helps you make a smart call.
⢠Get Specialist Help For things like electrical panels, sewer lines, or roofs, weāll guide you to trusted pros for deeper evaluation.
Knowledge is power and your report gives you all of it.
šŖš¾ What Makes a Great Home Inspector
A true professional brings experience, certification, and heart to every inspection. When choosing your inspector, make sure they:
⢠Hold national certifications like InterNACHIās Certified Master Inspector.
⢠Have construction or building experience not just a weekend training course.
⢠Provide clear, photo-based reports that you can understand.
⢠Welcome your questions and explain their findings face-to-face.
Thatās what separates Commander & Chief Home Inspection from the rest experience, transparency, and dedication to protecting Detroit & Southeast Michigan families.
š Specialized Inspections That Take Protection Further
Sometimes, you need to go beyond a standard home inspection. We also offer specialized services that give you deeper insight:
⢠Sewer Scope Inspection We run a high-resolution camera through your drain line to check for cracks, blockages, or root intrusion before it becomes a nightmare.
⢠Radon Testing Detect invisible gas that can affect your familyās health.
⢠Pest & WDO Inspection Find out if termites or wood-destroying organisms are hiding where you canāt see.
⢠Mold Inspection If thereās a history of leaks or humidity, weāll make sure your air is safe to breathe.
Every home has a story and these services help you read every chapter clearly.
š Take the Next Step with Confidence
Buying a home is one of the biggest investments youāll ever make. Donāt take it lightly take it Commander & Chief serious.
Weāre not here to scare you weāre here to protect you.
We inspect with precision, educate with passion, and deliver with Detroit pride.
š Ready to protect your investment?
Call 734-259-9482 or visit www.cacinspections.com
Commander & Chief Home Inspection We Donāt Just Inspect, We Protect.
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