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America’s Finest Home Inspections specializes in pre-purchase and pre-listing inspections, as well as pool/spa inspections. We also complete pre-purchase and pre-lease inspections for commercial buildings.

It’s important to choose a home inspector who is certified and insured, who is thorough and honest. Inspections take anywhere from 2 to 3 hours depending on the size of the home.

Below are general checklists for each inspection. Additional checklists may be required depending on the situation of any given home inspection. 

Contact us today for general price lists and to schedule your San Diego area home inspection.

**It’s important to note that a certified home inspector is not qualified to check the operational status of pool equipment such as pumps, filters and cleaning devices. Contact a certified pool service provider for a detailed inspection of pool equipment.

Pre-Purchase/Pre-Listing

  • Roof, vents and trim
  • Gutters and downspouts, skylight, chimney and other roof penetrations
  • Decks, stoops, porches, walkways and railings
  • Eaves, soffit and fascia
  • Grading and drainage
  • Basement, foundation and crawlspace
  • Water penetration and foundation movement
  • Heating and cooling systems
  • Main water shut-off valves
  • Water heating system
  • Interior plumbing fixtures and faucets
  • Drainage sump pumps with accessible floats
  • Electrical service line and meter box
  • Main disconnect and service amperage
  • Electrical panels, breakers and fuses
  • Grounding and bonding
  • GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) and AFCI (Arc-Fault Circuit Interrupter) electrical receptacles
  • fireplace damper door and hearth insulation and ventilation
  • garage doors, safety sensors and openers

Pool/Spa Inspections

  • Check the general operating condition of the pool
  • Visually check the condition of the pool liner
  • Visually check the condition of the walls and floor of the swimming pool
  • General condition of the circulation pump(s)
  • General condition of vacuum pumps, cleaning apparatus, and water  conditioning equipment
  • General condition of any pool heaters that are present
  • Check skimmers and drains for any obvious damage or defects
  • Verify that any pool chemicals in the area are safely stored
  • Check for the presence of, and condition of any rescue equipment in the pool  area
  • Check the condition of all ladders
  • Check that the pool is in full view of the home with no obstructions
  • Verify all pool lighting is secure
  • Verify that the pool is properly fenced
  • Verify that pool fence latches are on the inside of the fence
  • Check the pool safety fencing and latches for proper height
  • Verify proper water levels
  • Check for any unnecessary protrusions
  • Check the condition of all walkways and sidewalks near the pool for defects
  •  Check for proper rain water drainage around the pool
  • Verify that all pool equipment is protected by a GFCI to prevent shock or electrocution
  • Verify that all overhead electrical wires are at the proper height, and that they are the proper distance from the pool area


Commercial Buildings

  • Site Characteristics (paving, landscaping and utilities)
  • Structural Frame and Building Envelope
  • Roof Surface Areas
  • Mechanical and Electrical Systems
  •   Plumbing Systems
  •   Heating Systems
  • Air Conditioning and Ventilation Systems
  • Vertical Transportation
  • Life Safety/Fire Protection
  •   Interior Elements
  • Document Review
  • Opinions of Probable Costs
  • Recommendations