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Some property sellers decide to get a home inspection before they even put their home on the market. By doing so, they can “spruce the place up,” fixing any problems in order to make the house as desirable as possible on the day it is posted. Fixing problems now can speed up a sale down the road.
Not every home inspection occurs because a property is changing hands. Some homeowners are concerned about changes they’ve seen in their property over the years, such as cracks in the walls or tilting of the back patio. A home inspector can come in as a third-party and give unbiased opinions about what does or doesn’t represent a potential risk to the integrity of the house.
While a newly built home might not have the same problems that occur with an existing home, there are issues that should be dealt with before the new homeowner moves in. Sometimes drain pipes are aren’t installed with enough tilt and leave water standing. Other times the electrical components aren’t installed correctly, which could lead to fire problems down the road. Total House Inspection can make sure the new house is properly built.
Black mold can cause many health problems, and having a house inspected beforehand can prevent years of problems down the road.
When you have your sewer line inspected, you’ll know whether or not there are any problems that could come up — literally — in the future.
Radon is an invisible gas that seeps in through cracks in the foundation. It can cause lung cancer, so you want to make sure it is properly dealt with.
Located in Troy Michigan, we inspect homes and commercial buildings in the following counties:
Please call us even if you are outside the area. We will make an effort to accommodate you, and your house inspection needs.
Take a look at a real sample report before you book — clear, photo-backed, and easy to read.
Radon testing is highly recommended in Troy, MI because Oakland County is classified by the EPA as a Zone 2 region, indicating a moderate-to-high potential for elevated indoor radon levels.
Radon is an invisible, odorless, and tasteless radioactive gas that naturally decays from uranium in the soil and enters homes through foundation cracks. Because many homes in Troy feature finished basements used as active living spaces, performing a professional 48-hour continuous radon monitor test is the only way to ensure your family is safe from this leading cause of lung cancer in non-smokers.
A typical home inspection in Troy, MI takes 2 to 4 hours to complete, and we highly recommend that you attend the final portion of the inspection.
While you do not need to be present for the entire duration, attending the last 30 to 45 minutes allows our inspector to walk you through the property, point out key maintenance items, explain any safety concerns, and answer your questions in person. This hands-on walkthrough makes reading your digital, photo-filled inspection report much easier to understand.
You can schedule a home inspection in Troy, MI with Total House Inspection by calling (248) 550-9492, emailing, or booking online directly through our website.
We offer flexible scheduling options, including weekend appointments, to help you meet your strict real estate contract deadlines in the competitive Southeast Michigan housing market.