J1 Home Inspections

- Affordable

- Available

- Always On Time

BPO - Broker Price Opinion

- Starting at $100

- Flexible Schedule (islandwide)

- Report emailed within 24-hrs

- Servicing: Banks & Credit Unions

J1HI Using "ASHI" Standards of Practice

Home inspectors play an important role for homeowners and homebuyers. Inspectors help consumers make informed decisions about the condition of the property.  In 1976, The American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) was established. This organization created the ASHI Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics to help everyone in a real estate transaction have access to transparent and credible information.

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Included in J1 Home Inspections are:

• Framing and Foundation

• Entryway walkways and driveways

• Electrical

• Plumbing

• Exterior/Interior Walls

• Ceilings

• Flooring

• Switches, lighting and receptacles

• Kitchen

• Windows and doors

• Garage doors system

• Air conditioning system(s)

• Attics (unless not easily accessible)

• Siding

• Roofs

• Flashing and Trim

• Soffits (if accessible from ground level)

• Eaves (if accessible from ground level)

• Fascias (if accessible from ground level)

• Gutters & Roof drainage

• Fixtures and faucets

• Drain and waste systems

• Water heating equipment

• Fuel distribution systems

• Decks, balconies, patios, etc...

• Retaining walls

 

Under ASHI standards, inspectors may choose NOT to inspect specific areas if they are NOT readily accessible or could cause possible damage(s):

• Screens

• Shutters

• Awnings

• Fences

• Air conditioning systems(s)

• Solar heating systems

• Carports and Garages

• All or Some Home Appliances

• Dryer & Washing machine

• Low voltage wiring and components

• Paint, wallpaper, and other décor

• Carpeting

• Blinds or  window treatments

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ASHI standards are meant to be used on residential properties only, and WILL NOT offer: Opinions, Comments, Suggestions

• Predict future performance(s)

• Assess hazardous condition(s)

• Offer opinion on home value(s)

• Determine future costs of repair(s)

• Compliancy (bldg codes, bylaws, etc)

• Guess how long a component will last

• Suggest to buy the property or not

• Speculate cause of deficiency

• Offer warranties or guarantees

• Perform any illegal action or service

• Inspect which could cause damage

• Try to access which is not accessible

• Move furniture, debris, etc... to access

• The report is emailed within 24-48 hours, and includes pictures, and details

As-Built Floor Plans

ACCURATE MEASUREMENTS

J1HI'S specially trained field representatives measure and detail all dimensions within the given structure. Specific attention is paid to the placement of all doors, windows and plumbing fixtures. J1HI'S unique CAD Computer System creates exact, to scale, laser sharp drawings.

 

A LISTING TOOL ADVANTAGE

Discriminating vendors award their listings with confidence when real estate professionals offer the J1HI'S detailed visual product.  Additional square footage may be realized further contributing to customer/client good will.

 

RENOVATION & CONSTRUCTION

J1HI'S scaled drawings can be used by general contractors for quotation purposes facilitation of repairs, renovations or expansions to both commercial and residential properties. In addition, these plans are often useful for the acquisition of building and occupancy permits.

 

ATTRACTIVE MARKETING DRAWINGS

J1HI'S attractive computer drawings provide you with a floor plan that is a clear and effective way to assist in the sale of property to prospective buyers. The letter size drawings enable you to discuss size and area configurations on site or email. Plans are also available in full scaled blueprint size and/or on diskette format compatible to your computer system’s requirements.

 

NATIONAL BUILDING CODE SEC. 3.7

Scaled dimensions of existing washroom facilities and egress will clearly verify compliance or deficiencies with regard to handicap access.

 

APPRAISAL DRAWINGS

Providing a J1HI'S floor plan to the appraiser may very well enhance the value of your property by demonstrating additional pertinent details that may possibly be overlooked. Saving time for the appraiser translates into savings for you.

 

INSURANCE DRAWINGS

Reduce the possibilities of being over or under insured due to inaccurate area measurements. Rising costs of all types of insurance demand careful attention. With a J1HI'S certified floor plan in hand, and on record, you are guaranteed protection at a competitive and fair rate for exact replacement of your structure due to damage or loss.

 

TAX ASSESSMENT APPEALS

The area measurements provided by J1HI'S can serve as a comparison to records used by county property tax assessors. Structures certified by J1HI'S showing less area than county records reflect may be used during the appeal process.

 

SALES BROCHURE DRAWINGS

The ultimate goal of real estate marketing material is to convey the proposed property’s details in a factual and enticing manner while making a lasting impression. Floor plans not only refresh the client’s memory of a previous viewing, but allows them to conceptualize their occupancy of your clients space.

 

FIRE PROTECTION

Local fire departments often require detailed, displayed diagrams denoting the locations of fire exits and fire fighting equipment in all commercial buildings. Isolating these details after the J1HI'S initial drawings are complete is an easy task for our unique computer system.

 

Floor plans retained on file with local fire departments enhance the fire fighter’s ability to safely negotiate dark and smoke filled areas while in pursuit of minirnizing damage and saving lives.

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Our Measurements Include:

• Framing and Foundation

• Entryway walkways and driveways

• Plumbing

• Exterior/Interior Walls

• Ceilings

• Flooring

• Kitchen

• Windows and doors

• Garage doors

• Air conditioning systems

• Attics (unless not easily accessible)

• Roofs

• Decks, balconies, patios, etc...

• May Include Retaining walls

 

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