Your Inspection
essential inspection services for you
Whether you are a first time homebuyer, investor, rental property owner or a seller, 4D Inspections will support your journey. With our state of the art tools and technology, and beyond standard of practice inspections, we stand ready to support your journey!
What Does the 4D Inspection Process Look Like?
Schedule Your Home Inspection
Schedule an inspection online and wait for your confirmation email.
Meet Your Home Inspector
Your inspection will be performed by a Licensed Professional Inspector.
Review Your Home Inspection Report
We will send your report within 24 hours of the inspection.
wide variety of services to aid you on your home ownership journey
inspection services
supplemental discovery inspections
the 4d difference
Gain insights into hundreds of inspected items to make an informed decision
Investigate your next investment before you buy
Smooth out the home-selling process
For tenants moving in, or for landlords turning over
30 minute assessment of your next home
Inspect items that were repaired after the inspection, and before closing
Inspect the interior condition of your sewer pipes
Check for the presence of the second-leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers
Detect the presence of harmful contaminants and bacteria in your drinking water
Know what is in the air you breathe in your home
Virtually step inside your next home and see your inspection in a whole new way
Discover unseen issues with infrared scanning
Accurate repair estimates within 24 hours of your inspection report
Maintenance Reminders, move-in services and recall checks
Residential Inspection
Gain insights into hundreds of inspected items to make an informed decision
Commercial Inspection
Investigate your next investment before you buy
Seller's Inspection
Smooth out the home-selling process
Rental Property Inspection
For tenants moving in, or for landlords turning over
Walk-Through Buyer Consultation
30 minute assessment of your next home
Repair Verification Inspection
Inspect items that were repaired after the inspection, and before closing
Sewer Scope Inspection
Inspect the interior condition of your sewer pipes
Radon Test
Check for the presence of the second-leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers
Water Quality Test
Detect the presence of harmful contaminants and bacteria in your drinking water
Indoor Air Quality Test
Know what is in the air you breathe in your home
360 Degree Inspection Immersion Experience
Virtually step inside your next home and see your inspection in a whole new way
Thermal Imaging
Discover unseen issues with infrared scanning
Repair Pricer
Accurate repair estimates within 24 hours of your inspection report
HomeBinder
Maintenance Reminders, move-in services and recall checks
Roof
The roof is one of the most costly and important structures. We will examine the roof, its structure, shingles/tiles, flashing, gutters, downspouts and more.
Exterior
This includes the exterior walkways and doors, siding, eaves and soffits, fascia, paint, and other such elements of the home’s exterior.
HVAC
We will visually inspect the HVAC systems including ducts, filters, furnaces and air conditioning units.
Plumbing
We will visually inspect plumbing fixtures for proper function, including tubs, sinks, hoses, showers, and water shut-off valves, and look for leaks and other such flaws.
Electrical Systems
We will visually inspect both interior and exterior electrical systems including service drops, service masts, grounding, outlets, meters, circuit breakers, and other such systems.
Appliances
We will test and examine all major appliances like water heaters, washers and dryers, dishwashers, refrigerators, freezers, and more.
Doors, Windows & Interior
We will check doors and windows for proper sealing and drafts, signs of mold or water damage, and more. We will also check the condition of all interior spaces.
Foundations, Basements & Crawl Spaces
We will examine the foundation, crawlspaces and basements to look for signs of things like past water damage, foundation cracking or shifting, and other such potentially expensive issues.
Attic, Ventilation & Insulation
We will examine the attic to ensure it is properly ventilated, check for mold and moisture, assess the level of insulation, and more.
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Infrared scanning
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We use thermal imaging cameras on every inspection
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Fill the sinks and bathtubs
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Filling these fixtures can find problems that a basic test might not find
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360 Degree Inspection Immersion Experience
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We produce a 360 degree tour tagging the location of each discovery with narrative+pictures
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Test all outlets, switches and lights
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We test all readily accessible outlets and switches. Standards only require testing one per room
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Walk the roof
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We walk the roof when safe to do so
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Report expired smoke/carbon monoxide alarms
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They expire after 10 years
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Repair Pricer estimates
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Third-party estimates on the cost of repairs based on inspection report
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Test for carbon monoxide
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We check for proper combustion on furnaces, boilers and gas-burning fireplaces
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Water temperature reading
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We scan the hot water temperature - not too hot, not too cold
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Check HVAC temperature differential
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Measure the amount of heat being removed or added to the living space
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Moisture meters
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We check for hidden water problems
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Inspect all doors and windows
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We check all readily accessible doors and windows. Standards only require testing one per room
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Water pressure testing
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We check the water pressure using a water pressure gauge
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