Home Inspections
Buying a home is one of the largest investments you will ever make. So choosing a qualified home inspection company is just as important.
CornerStone Inspection Services Inc. prides itself with providing an inspection that is a step above the typical.
We as a company promise:
Ø Highly trained and licensed inspectors.
Ø An in-depth, thorough visual examination of the structure and operating components of the home.
Ø A comprehensive, easy to follow and understand
reporting system with an extra copy for your agent or attorney.
Ø No waiting for the report, on site report generation.
Ø Prompt, courteous service.
Should I Be Present For the Inspection?
Although you are not required, we highly recommend you take time out of your busy day to attend your inspection. We will guide you through the home inspection, showing you where all your major components are located and teach you how to use and maintain them properly. By accompanying us, you will have the opportunity to ask any questions you may have and receive answers first-hand.
Our Experience & Training
Cornerstone Inspection Services was founded in 1992, and since then have performed thousands of inspections for satisfied customers.
Our professional inspectors have years of home inspection and construction experience. Bruce has also successfully completed training with American Home Inspectors Training Institute.
State licensing required our inspectors to pass a rigorous state exam and has continuing education guidelines that must be followed. This continuing education and training helps keep us up to date on changing technologies.
Quality of inspection and client satisfaction has helped set the standards by which us as a company strive to provide and you as a client deserve.
Inspection Points
General Exterior
Including: The exposed layer of exterior wall covering; siding; visible flashings; soffits & fasica; trim; decks; patios; walks; driveways; steps; stoops; porchs; retaining walls; and lot surface drainage including grading.
Roof System
Including: The exposed layer of roof covering; roof drainage systems (gutters/downspouts) if present; visible flashings; visible portions of the chimney/flue system; visible surfaces/flashings of skylights; and roof penetrations.
Structural/Framing/Foundation System/Attic
Including: The visible areas of the foundation; slab; floor slab; crawl space; and/or basement. Visible areas of the structural framing; floor joists and/or floor trusses; sub-flooring; roof rafters and/or roof trusses; roof sheathing; insulation; presence or absence of a vapor barrier; and the ventilation of attics and crawl spaces (if applicable).
Plumbing System
Including: Visible portions of the water supply/distribution piping; faucets/fixtures; Visible portions of the drain, waste, and vent piping systems; water heating equipment and visible portions of the attached fuel supply and venting systems (if applicable); foundation and waste sump with attached discharge piping.
Electrical System
Including: The main service drop; main service conductors and raceways; general wiring and components; describe the service amp & voltage rating; location of main and sub-panels; lighting; switches; receptacles; GFCI & AFCI; and smoke detectors.
Heating & Cooling System
Including: The main heating equipment; electrical or fuel supply lines and connections; flue or venting systems; visible ductwork/distribution. The main air conditioning equipment; condensers; compressors; visible refrigerant lines; accessible ductwork.
General Interior
Including: General condition of walls; ceilings; floors; steps; stairways; railings; windows & doors; cabinets & countertops; fireplaces & visible portions of chimneys.
INSPECTION FEES
A CORNERSTONE home inspection helps to protect your investment and lets you buy in confidence. So give us a call today.
SINGLE FAMILY HOMES
Prices start at
$285.00
TOWNHOUSES
Prices start at
$200.00
CONDOMINIUMS*
Prices start at
$175.00
*Does not include common elements.
All Inspection Fees Depend on Size and Features.
Call Us Today for an Exact Quote On the Property
Office Line (630)289-2500
If scheduling through the office, don’t forget to request for Bruce.
Bruce Peterson Direct Line
(630)885-4473
Radon Testing is also available, Contact Erich at the office number.
Bruce Peterson
Certified Licensed Inspector
IL#050000677
