1. Foundation Inspections click for sample report
are conducted when the foundation is built, but the backfilling of soil against it has not begun. We inspect:

• Wall defects (which are 100% visible), such as cold pour cracks, honeycombing, etc.
• Footings that support the walls.
• Drainage systems that reduce foundation moisture.
• Plumbing piping located beneath the concrete floor slab.
• Poor foundation/site elevation.
• Computerized Report -- Provides detailed information about your property, written in simple terms that you will understand, includes color photos to support the findings, and is sent electronically to you.
• Free Annual Home Check-up Inspections are provided every year for our repeat clients (see separate section on Free Annual Home Check-up Inspections).

2. Pre-drywall Inspections click for sample report
are the best time to catch potential problems when building—it’s just like an x-ray. This is just as important as the final inspection, when walls may cover defects. We inspect:

• Foundation (check visible walls for cracks, water leaks)
• Framing (quality of materials, fastening technique)
• Supporting Structure (load transfers)
• Heating, cooling, electric wiring, plumbing in wall/floor cavities
• And, a Computerized Report provides detailed information about your property, written in simple terms that you will understand, includes color photos to support the findings, and is sent electronically to you.
• Free Annual Home Check-up Inspections are provided every year for our repeat clients (see separate section on Free Annual Home Check-up Inspections).

3. Final New Home Walk-through Inspection click for sample report
Gatekeeper has inspected hundreds of new houses, which are different from resale houses because you are not dealing with old components, poor maintenance, deterioration, water damage and termites. You are dealing with workmanship and miscommunication on the job site where several different languages are typically being spoken. Keep in mind that:

• Builders will not respect the findings of a buyer or an inexperienced home inspector.
• This is not a code inspection (only the local code authority can do this), but a code-trained inspector is critical.
• Home inspectors who have built houses themselves are best qualified.
• New world technology meeting old world installation causes construction errors.
• Inexperienced tradesmen may be hired to meet deadlines when builders get busy, which can lead to substandard work.
• Gatekeeper’s 600+ point Comprehensive Inspection exceeds the standards set by the American Society of Home Inspectors, the oldest and most respected society in the industry.
  • Powerful Infrared Cameras -- Used to disclose hidden defects that might not otherwise be found (other companies do not normally provide this service in a general inspection).
  • Radon Testing – May be requested for an additional fee. Gatekeeper has a Certified Radon Inspector/Radon Measurement Specialist (#7SS009), and its own Radon laboratory, certified by the National Radon Safety Board, which means you receive accurate results quickly.
  • Computerized Report – Provides detailed information about your property, written in simple terms that you will understand, includes color photos to support the findings, and is sent electronically to you.
  • Energy Audit – May be requested for an additional fee.
• Free Annual Home Check-up Inspections are provided every year for our repeat clients (see separate section on Free Annual Home Check-up Inspection

Builder’s 12-Month Warranty Inspections click for sample report
You have the opportunity to bring the builder back for improvements/corrections (check your warranty for the time limit). Once the time limit is up, you are responsible for all corrections. Gatekeeper’s inspector discusses the findings with you so that you are prepared for meeting with your builder with a comprehensive list of what needs to be corrected.

• Gatekeeper’s 600+ point Comprehensive Inspection exceeds the standards set by the American Society of Home Inspectors, the oldest and most respected society in the industry.
• Powerful Infrared Cameras -- Used to disclose hidden defects that might not otherwise be found (other companies do not normally provide this service in a general inspection).
• Computerized Report – Provides detailed information about your property, written in simple terms that you will understand, includes color photos to support the findings, and is sent electronically to you.
• Radon Testing – May be requested for an additional fee. Gatekeeper has a Certified Radon Inspector/Radon Measurement Specialist (#7SS009), and its own Radon laboratory, certified by the National Radon Safety Board, which means you receive accurate results quickly.
• Complete Energy Audit – May be requested for an additional fee.
• Free Annual Home Check-up Inspections are provided every year for our repeat clients (see separate section on Free Annual Home Check-up Inspections).