Above Par Home Inspection

What We Cover

Inspection Services

Over 1,600 items inspected across every major system and component of your home — with a report you can reference for years.

Home inspector examining exterior at a Wilmington NC property

Independent & Thorough

A complete picture of your home's condition

Below is a quick reference of what your inspection will cover. Jeff Terry inspects every accessible system and component per the NC Home Inspector Licensing Board's Standards of Practice — the same standards that make Above Par the most-reviewed new-construction inspector in the state.

For the complete, state-mandated standards, download the NC HILB Standards of Practice document linked below.

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What your inspection covers

Quick reference — every category below is inspected per NC HILB Standards of Practice.

Electrical Systems

  • Service entrance & main panel
  • Branch circuit wiring
  • Outlets, switches & fixtures
  • Smoke alarm systems
  • GFCI protection

Plumbing Systems

  • Supply & distribution piping
  • Drains, waste & vents
  • Water heater
  • Fixtures & faucets
  • Sump pumps (visible)

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating systems (all types)
  • Air conditioning systems
  • Distribution & ductwork
  • Thermostat operation
  • Fireplace & chimney (visible)

Structure & Foundation

  • Foundation walls & footings
  • Floor systems & sub-floor
  • Structural framing
  • General structural inspection
  • Crawl space components

Roof & Attic

  • Roof covering & flashings
  • Roof structure (framing, sheathing)
  • Attic components
  • Visible insulation inspection
  • Harmful condensation

Exterior & Site

  • Siding & exterior trim
  • Windows & doors
  • Decks & porches
  • Drainage & water problems
  • Grading affecting structures

Every inspection also covers many safety features throughout the home, including stair railings, handrails, window fall protection, and other life-safety components. The above is a summary — your written report will document every item inspected.

State-Mandated Standards

NC Home Inspector Licensing Board — Standards of Practice

All NC-licensed home inspectors are required to inspect per the NCHILB Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics. The document below is the complete, official standard that governs every Above Par inspection.

For reference, the complete criteria are available for download:

Download NCHILB Standards of Practice (PDF)

nchilb_sop_2018.pdf · 853 KB · opens on the original site

NC Home Inspector Licensing Board certification — Above Par Home Inspection

Questions about what will be inspected?

Call Jeff directly at (910) 231-7814 — he's available before and after the inspection to discuss findings.

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