More information on Roof Inspections is coming soon!
Until then, please call for prices, scheduling and other details!
(480) 503-2611
or 1-888-THE-WERX
Category: Roofing
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Stay off the Roof!
As Christmas rapidly approaches, homeowners climb their ladders and hang their Christmas decorations. And each weekend, I witness yet another one of my neighbors walking on their tile roof as they string their lights up. This is a really bad idea! Tiles crack very easily. It takes an extremely skilled professional to walk on a tile roof without damaging it. Don’t try it – you will most likely be sorry! Home Inspectors generally do not even walk on tile roofs to inspect them!
If you have already walked on your tile roof this year or in the past, you may want to have your roof inspected for broken tiles before it begins to leak. It’s relatively inexpensive to have a few tiles replaced. But once they start leaking, it can be much more costly.
If you or someone you know is in need of a home inspection, call today!
(480) 503-2611 or 1-888-THE-WERX
Because an ounce of inspection is worth a pound of repair!
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There’s a What on My Roof?
As a home inspector, I often make recommendations to my clients that they should remove or trim vegetation away from the house to prevent damage. In this case, a small cactus was growing on the patio roof. This is not the first time I have needed to recommend the removal of a cactus from the roof. -
Special Inspections – for Homeowners
Why would you need a Special Inspection?
- Are those cracks in your walls just settlement cracks or are they structural?
- Should you pay to fix them or wait…will they just crack again?
- Have you received estimates from contractors and aren’t sure they’re being honest with you?
- Are they telling you that something needs to be replaced when it only needs to be adjusted?
- Do you have moisture getting in somehow but you’re not sure how?
- Have you ever wondered why it is warmer in one room than another?
- Do you hear running water even when no faucets are on?
- What about the door that sticks and those cracks in your tile.
The leaky shower head that caused this damage LOOKED like it was only leaking outside the wall. An inspection revealed that the leak had actually caused the wall to rot, requiring that it be completely rebuilt. (Picture above was taken during wall repairs. No dismantling or destructive testing is performed during a home inspection.)
Special Inspections are for homeowners that need help with a specific problem instead of an ‘entire house inspection’.
CALL for an inspection TODAY!
(480) 503-2611
Toll Free 1-888-THE-WERX…because an ounce of inspection is worth a pound of repair!
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Expert Witness Services
Need an Expert on your side?
- Are you fighting with your builder or contractor?
- Are you a Real Estate Agent, or otherwise involved in a real estate transaction gone bad?
- Feel that a lawsuit may be the only way to resolve your differences?
Let one of our experienced Home Inspectors be your Expert Witness and:
- Thoroughly inspect the property or item in question
- Take pictures, video clips, verbal & written notes
- Perform various research (public records, codes, etc.)
- Prepare a comprehensive written report with color digital photos
- Communicate findings supporting your position to other parties
- If necessary, appear for depositions and/or testify on your behalf.
We’re on your side! Call for a free price quote today.
(480) 503-2611 or 1-888-THE-WERX
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Construction Inspections – for New Home Buyers
Think you don’t need your new home inspected during and after construction because the city inspector will catch any flaws?
Think again…New homes need to be inspected too!
Many defects can affect your family’s health and safety, not to mention your pocketbook and the long term condition of your home. By hiring Homewerx to inspect your new home during its construction, you are sending a message to your builder that you expect quality workmanship and intend to hold them to the highest standards possible. Having an inspection during the construction of your new home also allows us to inspect inside the walls and other areas that can’t be seen in a finished house. Therefore, the Inspector can make sure important items, like the stem wall, are constructed properly.
City inspectors look mainly for code violations. And most people would be AMAZED at some of the defects our inspectors have found that apparently slipped by the city inspector!
Depending on how far along construction is when you call us, we will perform 3 separate inspections while your house is being built. Of course, Clients are always welcome to call their Inspector at any phase of the construction to discuss whatever concerns they may have.
Stem Wall Inspection – takes place upon completion of the stem wall, preferably before the underground plumbing is buried
Frame Inspection – takes place just before the drywall and insulation are installed
Final Inspection – takes place when construction is complete and utilities are turned on (just prior to the final walk-through)
CALL TODAY!!!
(480) 503-2611 or 1-888-THE-WERX
or you can schedule online!
…because an ounce of inspection is worth a pound of repair!
