Inspection Services
Old House Home Inspectors® evaluates the condition of older and historic homes, serving clients in Rhode Island and Massachusetts.
If you’re preparing to invest in an antique home, take the time to schedule reliable inspection services while all cards are still on the table—ensuring that you have the knowledge to negotiate a purchase that is fair and acceptable to you. We adhere to Rhode Island’s and Massachusett’s respective Standards of Practice.
Buyer’s Inspection
This comprehensive assessment of an older residential property will help home-buyers better understand what to expect from the home’s condition before a transaction is final. We inspect most visible and readily accessible components, returning a detailed report of our findings within 24 hours.
We inspect the following areas of the home:
- Roof
- Structural Components
- Foundation & Crawl Space
- Gutters & Downspouts
- Grading & Drainage
- Fireplaces & Chimneys
- Exterior (doors, windows, siding)
- Interior (doors, windows, floors, walls, ceilings, stairs)
- Attic, Ventilation, & Insulation
- Electrical System
- Heating & Cooling Systems
- Plumbing System
- Built-in Appliances
- Kitchens & Bathrooms
Additional Inspection Services
Pre-Listing Inspection
If you’re selling an older home, it’s a good idea to have it inspected by a specialist to help avoid the possibility of negotiations with prospective buyers falling through. We’ll inspect the property from top to bottom, taking extra care to investigate potential issues that are common to homes of that style and age. You’ll then receive a full report of our findings within 24 hours, leaving you plenty of time to consider recommended repairs and improvements before listing the home.
Radon Testing
A home can have a radon problem even when residents are none the wiser. That’s because radon is a naturally occurring gas that is invisible and odorless, allowing it to easily concentrate in homes and go undetected. However, since radon exposure is directly linked to serious and potentially fatal health conditions, it’s of the utmost importance to bring in a certified radon measurement technician to assess the radon levels in a home before buying the property. If we do identify a safety issue due to radon, further steps for mitigation will be recommended.
WDO/Termite Inspection
When a home was built decades earlier, there is an increased likelihood that it has been damaged by wood-destroying organisms. Before you buy the home, add on this inspection service so that we can thoroughly investigate the readily accessible structural components for evidence of existing termite damage and ongoing termite activity.
Water Testing
We can test your prospective home’s water supply before you buy to ensure that your drinking water is contamination free. Samples will be collected from an interior faucet then sent to a local laboratory to be tested for contaminants such as heavy metals, coliform bacteria, and more.
Mold Testing
This inspection service is designed to test a home for an active mold issue. We’ll visually inspect the entire home before sampling the air and surfaces from suspected areas with a mold kit to test for spore concentration and potentially for the exact type of mold.
Well Flow Tests
A Well Flow Test is recommended for all prospective home-buyers. This inspection service will determine whether or not the water supply can sufficiently meet the needs of the home. We’ll take the appropriate steps to measure the flow rate, which will indicate the well’s total yield and pressure.
Commercial Property Inspection
This inspection service is specifically for commercial properties, no matter what size, style, or age.
We’ll comprehensively evaluate the condition of the property’s structures and installed mechanical systems, reporting back to you with detailed explanations about each strength or weakness that we identify.
Proudly Serving
Rhode Island & Massachusetts
We’re able to offer inspection services for older and historic homes throughout Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Depending on exact location, travel fees may apply.
Weekend appointments are available by request.