What to Expect From a Home Inspection in Oak Park & Chicagoland

Wondering what's included in a standard home inspection from City Home Inspectors, serving Oak Park and the greater Chicagoland area? Here's a quick overview of what's covered in your Single-Family, Multi-Family, Condo/Townhome, Coach House, Commercial, or Mixed-Use inspection, and the major systems we analyze and assess throughout the process.

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.

HVAC

We will test and examine the HVAC systems

including ducts, filters, furnaces and air

conditioning units.

Exterior

This includes the exterior walkways and doors,

siding, eaves and soffits, fascia, paint, and other

such elements of the home’s exterior such as the garage.

Electrical Systems

We will check both interior and exterior

electrical systems including service drops,

service masts, grounding, outlets, meters,

circuit breakers, and other such systems.

Plumbing

We will check all plumbing fixtures for proper function, including tubs, sinks, hoses, showers, water shut-off valves, and irrigation systems, if applicable, and look for leaks and other such flaws.

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 and 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.

City Home Inspectors are State Licensed, Certified Master Home Inspectors — and our founder is an InterNACHI Certified Master Inspector. We are always here to help and to ensure that you are aware of any potential issues with your current home, or a home that you’re interested in purchasing. We focus on education, and our goal is to provide you with as much information about the property in question, and its overall condition. We welcome our clients to walk through the home with us and to ask any questions they may have throughout the inspection process.

We follow the State of Illinois, Title 68: Professions and Occupations, Chapter VIII: Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Part 1410 Home Inspector License Act Section 1410.200 Standards of Practice. Click the link below to view the state-required guidelines we follow.