What does the home inspector look for in crawlspaces under homes?
Your At Home Inspections, Inc. professional looks for any signs of water intrusion and/or high moisture content such as stains, efflorescence, rust damage to structural steel beams and fasteners, mold, mildew, rotted wood, silt, water stains on vapor barriers, etc. The inspector checks insulation for approximate thickness and “R” rating. Missing, loose, or improperly installed insulation and/or vapor barrier, is considered defective. Framing is checked for active or past termite infestation. Ductwork, piping and wiring are checked for breaks, rust damage, leakage, and adequate support. Return to top.
