Inspection Services
Get a home inspection you can rely on from Kibbe Home Services! With more than 20 years of inspection experience, we know exactly what to look for in your future home. We also utilize important industry tools to help provide you with accurate results, including:
- Thermal Imaging – The best way to find out about hot spots, insulation issues, leaks, energy loss, and much more is with thermal imaging. We use this tool as needed during each home inspection.
- Moisture Meter – Moisture accumulation may indicate a leak. Even worse, it can become a major breeding ground for mold. Our home inspector uses a moisture meter to further qualify suspected areas of moisture that may otherwise be overlooked.
- Gas Leak Detector – Gas-powered appliances such as hot water heaters can have minor gas leaks that aren’t detectable without a gas leak detector. We check for existing leaks for your protection.
Buyer’s Home Inspection
When it’s time to buy a new house in the Puget Sound Region, you’ll want to work with an experienced, professional home inspector. Kibbe Home Services has been in business for more than 20 years, so you can expect a highly accurate and comprehensive inspection report. We inspect many of the home’s safely and visually accessible systems and components, including:
- Structural
- Roofing
- Exterior
- Plumbing
- Electrical
- Heating/AC
- Interior
- Insulation & Ventilation
- Kitchen
- Crawlspace
- Garage
Pre-Listing / Seller’s Inspection
Sellers who get a home inspection service before listing their property gain an invaluable advantage over the competition. Not only will you learn what could be seen as detrimental about your home’s systems and components, but you’ll also find out how many aspects of the property are in great condition. You can use this information to make repairs before putting your home on the market if you choose, increasing the chances of achieving your asking price. You’ll also be in a better position to point out the best parts of the home to potential buyers.
New Construction Inspection
Don’t take possession of a newly constructed home before you get it inspected by a professional. This is the best way to discover any construction-related missteps before they become major issues. Remember: no one is perfect, and neither is any brand-new home – but if you find the issues early enough, you can get the builder to correct them before your move-in day.
Re-Inspections
Our Re-Inspection service is a great way to protect your investment. After all, this gives you one last chance to discover any issues lurking inside the property. Additionally, a Re-Inspection makes it easy to find out if the seller properly addressed everything on your home repair addendum. Keep in mind that any issues they didn’t address will become your financial responsibility if you don’t catch them before finalizing closing on the house.
Radon Testing
Radon is a potential issue that all buyers and homeowners should take very seriously. Although you can’t see it, taste it, or smell it, radon in the home can lead to health issues such as lung cancer. In fact, radon exposure is second only to tobacco use as the leading cause of lung cancer deaths nationwide.
With our Radon Testing service, you can find out if there is an excessive exposure issue currently present in your current or future home. We use canisters for the testing process, which typically takes 24-48 hours to complete.
WDO / Pest Inspections
Carpenter ants are a common problem in the Puget Sound Region. These and other destructive species can cause structural issues if given enough time. We provide Wood-Destroying Organisms/Pest Inspections as an add-on service to look for carpenter ants, termites, and other pests in the home.
Water Testing
Many homes in the Puget Sound Region have well water on the property. This can be a great resource, but it can also lead to health issues if the water becomes contaminated. With this add-on inspection service, we’ll take a water sample and test it to find out if there are potentially harmful pathogens or bacteria in your water supply. It’s always wise to have well water checked on a new property before you start drinking it.
Mold Sampling
Find out if mold may be an issue in your new home by getting our Mold Sampling add-on inspection service. We perform both air and swab sampling to give you the most accurate results. Mold can cause extensive damage to your home, along with health complications. Getting the home tested for mold is a good way to help protect your family–and your pocketbook.
Additional Buildings On-Site
If there are any additional buildings on the property, we can inspect them with this add-on service. Everything from sheds to old barn structures may be present when you buy a new home. Unless you’re planning to simply tear those structures down, it’s wise to get them professionally inspected.
Commercial Buildings / Property Inspections
We provide Property Inspection services for light commercial buildings. If you’re looking at a strip mall, office building, restaurant, or other light commercial property in the Puget Sound Region, we can help! Contact us for more information about our Light Commercial Property Inspections.