A home inspection, as defined by the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI),  is a non-invasive, visual examination of the accessible areas of a residential property to include the following:

• Roof, vents, flashings
• Gutters and downspouts
• Skylight, chimney and other roof penetrations
• Decks, stoops, porches, walkways and railings
• Eaves, soffits and fascia
• Grading and drainage around house
• Basement, foundation and crawlspace
• Heating system(s)
• Cooling system(s)
• Main water shut-off valves
• Water heating system(s)
• Interior plumbing fixtures and faucets
• Drainage sump pumps with accessible floats
• Electrical service line and meter box
• Main electrical disconnect and service amperage
• Electrical panel(s), breakers  or  fuses
• Grounding and bonding
• Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter’s (GFCI)
• Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupter’s (AFCI)
• Fireplace damper and hearth
• Attic Insulation and ventilation
• Crawlspace,  insulation and ventilation
• Garage doors openers and  safety sensors

Click here for a link to the InterNACHI Standards of Practice
Click here for a link to the InterNACHI Code of Ethics