573-712-5075
LEWIS HOME INSPECTIONS LLC.
Your Home And Septic Inspection Company
GENERAL RESIDENTIAL HOME INSPECTION
WHAT IS A GENERAL HOME INSPECTION?
A general Home Inspection is an independent evaluation of a home’s components based on the simple criteria of durability and serviceability. A limited, non-invasive examination of the condition of a home, often in connection with the sale of that home. Home Inspections are conducted by a home inspector who has the training and certifications to perform such inspections. The inspector prepares and delivers to the client a written report of findings. The client then uses the knowledge gained to make informed decisions about their pending real estate purchase. The home inspector describes the condition of the home at the time of inspection but does not guarantee future condition, efficiency, or life expectancy of systems or components. A general home inspection is an examination of the current condition of a house. It is not an inspection to verify compliance with appropriate codes. Let us be your Hannibal area home inspector of choice! The inspector you choose to perform your home inspection should be considered credible only if he has no personal interest in the outcome of your report. When you use our Home Inspection service you will get quality help and support. Thus, many Missouri Home Inspection companies will not allow a home inspector to give estimates of repair work on a home they inspect. This policy is included in the Code of Ethics for all ASHI certified home inspectors. You can rest assured that as a home inspector, we are accustomed to the area and the conditions your home may be subject to.
WHEN SHOULD MY HOME BE INSPECTED?
It all depends, are you the seller , the buyer or a home owner?
AS A SELLER:
Before you list your property for sale, have it inspected so you have an opportunity to see your home from the buyer’s perspective. This may give you time to do those repairs to make a fast, smooth sell of you home.
AS A BUYER:
Make it a part of your purchase agreement with the seller as a contingency upon your approval. The purchase of a home is a very large investment. Most people don’t have a trained eye to see all that a professional home inspector sees, much less the time to thoroughly go through a home to inspect it. An average Home Inspection will take , on average 4 hours to complete. It is wise to hire a professional home inspector when investing in a home. If you use us for your home inspection you will get quality results.
As a home owner:
You may just want to have one done as a health check. As home ages and we are human and you may over look things you see every day. We at Lewis Home Inspections believe that a inspection is good to have every 10 years.
HOW IS YOUR HOME INSPECTION REPORT PRESENTED?
An E-mail is sent to you with your report. Your Home Inspection report can be viewed and printed from any location at any time. Your report can be forwarded by an E-mail link to anyone involved in the potential purchase of your new home: Real Estate Agents, Lenders, Contractors, etc. The good news for real estate and lenders is we service the greater Hannibal area including the surrounding areas. You will also receive a hard copy at the end of the inspection or by mail.
ON-SITE WASTEWATER
INSPECTION
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SEPTIC INSPECTION
WHAT IS A SEPTIC SYSTEM?
Onsite wastewater treatment systems are used to treat wastewater from a home or business and return treated wastewater back into the receiving environment. They are typically referred to as septic systems, because most involve a septic tank for partial treatment.
The most common and traditional septic systems consist of a septic tank that gravity flows to a soil adsorption field for final treatment and dispersal. The septic tank allows particulate matter to settle to the bottom of the tank so that large solids do not plug the drain field. An effluent screen placed in the outlet of the septic tank is used to filter suspended solids out of the effluent. Final treatment and dispersal of the wastewater takes place in the soil adsorption filed.
A non-traditional system performs the same basic actions as the conventional septic systems. Differences arise when location, space, laws and regulations, soil type, and/or quantity of wastewater being treated become a limiting factor. A non-traditional system in this case refers to any OWTS that uses pumps or advanced treatment. These systems use technologies that require greater frequency of operation and maintenance.
The purpose of an inspection/evaluation is to assess the current function of an OWTS under normal operational conditions for real estate transactions. The inspector only has a reporting obligation. The results of the assessment report should not be misinterpreted to conclude that any deficiency noted is a violation of state law. However, the system may be found in violation if the local health authority receives a complaint from an aggrieved party or adjacent property owner that the system presents a nuisance, or imminent health hazard. The local health officials would conduct an investigation to determine whether a violation exists. The information in an inspection/evaluation report should be used as a tool for individuals to make an informed decision regarding the current condition of the OWTS. Deficiencies noted may indicate a need for increased maintenance to keep the OWTS functioning properly. It must also be clear to all parties that the assessment report does not impede the real-estate transaction from continuing.
WHEN SHOULD MY SEPTIC SYSTEM BE INSPECTED?
It all depends, are you the seller , the buyer or a home owner?
AS A SELLER:
Before you list your property for sale, have you septic system inspected so you have an opportunity to do any repairs to the the system. This will make the sell of your home smoother. This is a big bonus to a buyer.
AS A BUYER:
Make it a part of your purchase agreement with the seller as a contingency upon your approval. The purchase of a home is a very large investment. Most people don’t want to do what the inspector has to do for your inspection. An average Septic Inspection will take , on average of 2 to 4 hours to complete. It is wise to hire a professional Septic Inspector when investing in a home. If you use us for your Septic Inspection you will get quality results.
As a home owner:
You may just want to have one done as a health check. As system ages parts of your system will start to fail or just need some maintenance. We at Lewis Home Inspections believe that you should have your tank pumped every 3 to 5 years, and have a inspection done every 5 years.
HOW IS YOUR SEPTIC INSPECTION REPORT PRESENTED?
An E-mail is sent to you with your report. Your Septic Inspection report can be viewed and printed from any location at any time. Your report can be forwarded by an E-mail link to anyone involved in the potential purchase of your new home: Real Estate Agents, Lenders, Contractors, etc. The good news for real estate and lenders is we service the greater Hannibal area including the surrounding areas. You will also receive a hard copy at the end of the inspection or by mail.
OPEN HOURS
Mon - Fri: 9am-6pm
Sat: 10am-6pm
Sun: 1pm-6pm
HOW MAY WE HELP YOU?
SERVICES WE OFFER..
GENERAL HOME INSPECTIONS
Systems Included in the Inspection:
Foundations
Plumbing & Fixtures
Roofs & Gutters
Heating & Cooling Systems
Exterior Walls
Water Heaters
Doors & Windows
Electrical Panels, Switches & Receptacles
Insulation
Attics, Basements & Crawl Spaces
Porches & Decks
Installed Appliances
Sidewalks & Driveways
And More!
Inspections cover all readily accessible areas of the home and focus on the condition of systems and components relative to general maintenance, structural integrity, occupant health and safe usage. The report provided describes the systems and components inspected which are significantly deficient or near the end of their service lives, in the professional opinion of the inspector. If not self-evident, report includes an explanation of the potential causes of the deficiencies and recommended corrective actions.
We believe that our thorough home inspections and detailed reporting speak for themselves. We would appreciate any word-of-mouth referrals that you may offer.
LIMITED SCOPE AND VERBAL-ONLY INSPECTION SERVICES
We offer our clients the opportunity to check out potential properties through customized, limited scope inspections and verbal-only “Walk & Talk” inspections. These inspections are perfect for real estate investors or for homeowners who simply want information about their existing property. These limited scope inspections can be tailored to the client’s needs. For example, if the client only wants the roof or the foundation inspected, we can develop a special report on just one or two components of the property. Our verbal-only inspections are an excellent way to get a trained inspector’s opinion of a property but at a reduced fee. Please contact us for further details, pricing and restrictions pertaining to verbal-only and other limited scope inspections. Call us at (573) 712-5075 for further details. These inspections are not for property buyers who are under a legally binding real estate contract.
SEPTIC AND WELL INSPECTION SPECIALISTS
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We check the septic tank to see what it is made out of (concrete, plastic or steel).
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In the tank we check the water level and the condition of the inlet baffle and outlet baffle.
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We introduce wastewater in the septic tank to make sure the system is accepting fluid properly.
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The leaching field to check to make sure the system is draining properly.
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At the time of the inspection we will advise you whether or not the septic tank needs to be cleaned.
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The technician will go over everything verbally at the time of the inspection and answer any questions you may have of the system.
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Payment is due at the time of the inspection. (Cash, Check, Visa, Master Card, America Express, Discover)
We then follow up with a written report the next business day.
I perform a location services for your sewer lines, tanks, distribution boxes and many more components in the system that needs to be inspected, repaired or cleaned. Sometimes finding a drain line or tank can be similar to finding a needle in a haystack. Calling Lewis Home Inspections is like removing the hay from the stack. Our service will give you peace of mind.I have invested heavily in technologies including laser, infrared and night vision devices to locate, map, measure and photograph systems up to 20 feet underground and/or a distance of 250 feet.Allow me, Jeff Lewis, owner of Lewis Home Inspections LLC. I take the guess work out of your project. Call me before you dig!!!!
On a Well Inspection a flow test to determine system output and a check of the water level before and during pumping, pump motor performance (check amp load, grounding, and line voltage), pressure tank and pressure switch contact, and general water quality (odor, cloudiness, etc.). An inspection of well equipment to assure that it is sanitary and meets local Heath requirements. A test of your water, which is sent to a laboratory for bacteria and anything else of concern in your area that could pose as a health problem.
