Inspector Services by a certified home inspector

Premier Home Inspections

Greater Manchester and Concord Areas

"Satisfaction Guaranteed"

My home inspection service is a visual inspection of all structural elements and systems which are accessible. If safety conditions allow, I walk the roof and crawl into spaces below the structures to insure that nothing is missed. I explain to you what I see and what I don't see as we search for clues during the inspection. As items are identified, I will explain what that means to you and possible repair suggestions.
My inspection includes hundreds of items that cover:

Foundation and drainage (type, cracks, signs of water entry, etc.)

Roofing (type, condition, missing shingles, proper flashing, etc.)

Exterior (walls, siding type, drainage, landscape, etc.)

Porches and decks (structure, supports, wood contact with ground, cracks, etc.)

Attic (structure, evidence of pests, leaks, "temporary fixes", etc.)

Insulation (type and amount)

Electrical systems (wiring, outlets, switches, fans, electrical panels, etc.)

Plumbing systems (piping, faucets, hot water, etc.)

Kitchen and Bathroom (sinks, showers, fixtures, ventilation, cabinets, etc.)

Interior (walls, ceilings, floors, fixtures, smoke detectors, laundry room, etc.)

LeadintheHome (lead paint interior and exterior if building was constructed before 1978)

Doors and windows (operational?, locks, etc.)

Heating and air conditioning systems (boiler, furnace, evaporator, distribution system, etc.)

Ventilation (properly sized, operational, etc.)

Basements and crawl spaces (water entry, structural damage, pests, etc.)

Fireplaces / Stoves / Chimneys (flue liners, damper operation, proximity to flamable materials, etc.)

Garages (electrical, floors, automatic openers, ventilation, etc.)

You will receive a tabbed 3 ring binder including:

The Inspection Report with my findings and recommendations
Diagrams and explanations of the major components of an inspection
A four page list of "Property Maintenance Tips" for first time home owners (also available on this site)
A copy of the ASHICodeofEthics and Standards that I adhere to in all of my inspections
Over 50 pages of Home Safety and helpful hints, Indoor Air Pollution information and a report on "Mold in your Home"

I strongly encourage you to accompany me so that you may ask questions and gain a better understanding of the systems in the home. I provide paper pads for you to take notes, as well as, items that you may want to discuss or ask questions about later.

Call to schedule an inspection today at 603-224-4952

Testing & Sampling: (see ValuePrices for more information)

Drinking water tests (private wells) can be scheduled for the day of the inspection. Basic tests include (Total coliform, fecal coliform, E.coli, chloride, hardness, iron, nitrates, Ph, sodium, etc.)
Mold Sampling of visual sitings and air samples Inside and outside of the home will allow for analysis by professional labs on the type of spores present in the home compared to the outside. Mold can cause serious health conditions and increase alergic reactions. I conduct both swab sampling and Air Sampling (min. of 2 required) in areas designated by the client after a full home inspection. These samples are analyzed by Professional Labs and a full report is issued on the type of spores found and the quantities in the samples. Qualitative analysis is also available.
Arsenic tests can be conducted to detect its presence. Excessive ingestion of arsenic can cause severe poisoning.
Radon tests can be conducted to detect its presence in the water, as well as, in the air. Areas with large deposits of granite (New Hampshire) are more prone to radon. The EPA recommends action to reduce radon in the home exceeding 4.0 pCi/L.

Warranty Inspections on new homes are conducted 10-11 months after the purchase date to reveal any structural or other problems that are covered in the 12 month Contractors Warranty.

Inspection Appointments

Call Gerry at 603.224.4952

Cell Phone 603.731.8234

Inspections can usually be scheduled in one to three days.

Weekends and evenings are also available