This is what most people think of when they hear "home inspection". This inspection includes only major defects. of significant systems in the home.  It is done in accordance with the Illinois Standards of Practice.  

The SOP requires inspectors to test a representative number (1) of outlets, switches, cabinets, drawers, windows and doors in each room.

Our BASIC inspection also does NOT include the following:

1. interior items
2. recall and safety concern research on appliances and equipment
3. cosmetic damage and "minor" defects (note that cosmetic damage and "minor" defects are determined solely by the inspector and may differ from your opinion or from the opinions of third parties).

The BASIC inspection is best when you just need the basic, major defects, either because you are an investor and will be cosmetically renovating the house, or because you are very handy and choose to correct these items yourself.

This inspection is not recommended for first-time home buyers, Realtors completing their first property inspection experience, or anyone purchasing a newly constructed or recently renovated home.

In having a BASIC inspection, it is very important that you read through your report to get a complete understanding of the condition of the house at the time of the inspection, as well as what we did and did not do, or could and could not do, at the time of the inspection. If you have any questions about anything, contact us.