Advanced Inspection Service (AIS) is focused on inspecting North Dallas homes. Most of our work this year entails Denton, McKinney and Frisco home inspections – as well as the established communities of Addison, Carrolton and Garland. Since 1983 we have inspected hundreds of houses, condos and commercial buildings in the greater DFW area. Our knowledge of the local building codes and Dallas home construction practices enables us to discover deficiencies and potential problems that could affect the value of your property.
All AIS home inspectors are professionally trained and certified by the Texas Real Estate Commission (TREC). Our lead home inspector for North Dallas has also been designated a Certified Professional Inspector by the Texas Association of Real Estate Inspectors (TAREI).
If you are buying or selling a home in North Dallas, call Advanced Inspection Service today to talk with one of our certified home inspectors. (972) 342-9183
Texas has experienced a large population influx during the past five years, and this has created an increasing demand for new homes and resales in the suburbs north of Dallas. Our home inspection business has experienced significant growth along the northeast Highway 75 corridor from Richardson to Plano and Allen. And we are increasingly inspecting more homes in neighborhoods along the North Dallas Tollway — from Park Cities and Addison up to Frisco.
Inspecting North Dallas Homes – Allen, Richardson and Plano TX
According to a survey by the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI), the three most common problems encountered when inspecting houses are:
1. Improper Surface Grading/Drainage (35.8% of survey respondents) This was by far the most frequently found problem. It is responsible for the most common of household maladies, including water penetration of the basement and crawlspace.
2. Improper Electrical Wiring (19.9%) – A variety of issues including insufficient electrical service to the house, inadequate overload protection, dangerous wiring connections, installation and modification by amateurs.
3. Roof Damage (8.5%) — Roof leakage caused by old or damaged shingles or improper flashing.
The climate and geology of northern Texas make these three kinds of problem even more serious. Our terrain is very flat, and we are subject to severe thundershowers that can cause flash flooding. When we inspect homes in North Dallas, our first priority is evaluation of the house’s grading and drainage.
Electrical wiring issues are very common in residential real estate. Older homes that have not been updated may have an inadequate electrical supply (e.g., 60 amp service), improper grounding and no ground-fault circuit interrupters. But we’ve even seen electrical wiring problems on brand new homes, usually due to an unlicensed contractor.
Texas thunderstorms produce high winds and hailstones that can cause significant roof damage. As we are inspecting North Dallas homes, we often find water damage caused by missing or improperly installed flashing. In some cases, the damage is not visible from the ground; the inspector must perform a close-up examination of the roofing surface, valleys and intersections with house walls.
AIS – Inspecting North Dallas Homes in Richardson and Frisco TX
Advanced Inspection Service has inspected North Dallas homes, duplexes and condos of all sizes and price ranges. We are familiar with local building codes and construction methods, and understand the effects our Texas geology and climate can have on the condition of a house. AIS inspectors know what to look for to determine that a house is sound and represents a good value.
Call AIS today discuss your home inspection requirements. Mike Martin (972) 342-9183