What is Inspected?

Miller Home Services inspects readily accessible, visually observable, installed systems and components listed below.

1. STRUCTURAL COMPONENTS

• structural components including the foundation and framing

• roofing materials

• roof drainage systems

• flashing

• skylights, chimneys, and roof penetrations

• siding, flashing and trim

• all exterior doors

• attached or adjacent decks, balconies, stoops, steps, porches, and their associated railings

• eaves, soffits, and fascias where accessible from the ground level

• vegetation, grading, surface drainage, and retaining walls

• adjacent or entryway walkways, patios, and driveways

• interior water supply and distribution systems including all fixtures and faucets

• drain, waste, and vent systems including all fixtures

• water heating equipment and hot water supply system

• vent systems, flues, and chimneys

• fuel storage and fuel distribution systems

• drainage sumps, sump pumps, and related piping

• service drop

• service entrance conductors, cables, and raceways

• service equipment and main disconnects

• service grounding

• interior components of service panels and sub panels

• conductors

• over current protection devices

• a representative number of installed lighting fixtures, switches, and receptacles

• ground fault circuit interrupters

• open readily operable access panels and inspect

• installed heating equipment

• vent systems, flues, and chimneys

• open readily operable access panels and inspect

• installed central and through-wall equipment

• distribution systems

• walls, ceilings, and floors

• steps, stairways, and railings

• countertops and a representative number of installed cabinets

• a representative number of doors and windows

• garage doors and garage door operators

• insulation and vapor retarders in unfinished spaces

• ventilation of attics and foundation areas

• mechanical ventilation systems

• system components

• chimneys and vents