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Annual Home Maintenance Inspection in Fairfax County, VA

Plan your Fairfax County home's upkeep with an annual inspection of accessible systems and a written report with photos and recommendations.

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Licensed and insured inspectorsServing Fairfax County

Starting from $350 · Confirm your property quote

What our customers say

From our Google reviews.

He was very knowledgeable, gave us maintenance tips and pointed out things that need attention.

Inspector (Gerald) was very thorough during his inspection of our house.

Extremely detailed home inspection, which came with a written report and photos to corroborate the findings. Highly recommended!!

Denzel was thorough in checking everything for my condo inspection and we received the report quickly once completed.

Excellent service! Thorough and detailed. Home inspector was very knowledgeable and available for questions.

How Your Annual Maintenance Inspection Works

Three steps to review your home and plan its upkeep.

Starting from $350

Final pricing depends on the property and agreed scope. Optional testing, the Repair Estimate Report and maintenance book are quoted separately. Get your inspection quote.

Step 1

Share your property and maintenance concerns

Call our office or book online, whichever you prefer. Share the property address, home details and any changes or concerns you have noticed. We will confirm the scope, final fee, appointment and assigned inspector.

Step 2

Your inspector evaluates the property

Your inspector reviews agreed, safely accessible systems and records the findings. You are welcome to join the walkthrough, ask questions and point out known concerns or earlier repairs.

Step 3

Review your report and plan next steps

Most reports are delivered within 24 to 48 hours. Review the photo findings, organize maintenance priorities and discuss any recommended further evaluation or repairs with qualified contractors. Contact us with questions about the report. View a sample report.

Schedule an annual maintenance inspection Call (703) 450-6398

What Does an Annual Maintenance Inspection Include?

The same residential home inspection, focused on the home you already own. Inspectors evaluate safely accessible systems from roof to foundation, following the InterNACHI Standards of Practice. Photo findings help you organize maintenance, discuss repairs and decide where further evaluation is needed. The inspection is visual and non-invasive. Select an area to see what is checked.

What is checked
  • Range, oven and wall oven run normally
  • Dishwasher, disposer and microwave run
  • Kitchen exhaust fan and the dryer vent exit
What is checked
  • Service entrance, meter and main disconnect
  • Panels, breakers, grounding and bonding
  • Sampled outlets and switches; GFCI, AFCI, smoke and CO detectors
What is checked
  • Siding, flashing, trim, eaves, soffits and fascia
  • Every exterior door and window.
  • Walkways, driveway, stoops, porches, decks and railings
What is checked
  • Foundation walls, slabs and the basement
  • Any accessible crawlspace
  • Signs of movement, water penetration and wood touching soil
What is checked
  • Vehicle door and opener on their normal controls
  • Auto reverse and photo eye safety sensors
  • Walls, ceiling, floor and the fire door into the house
What is checked
  • Grading and drainage at the foundation
  • Retaining walls and vegetation against the house
  • Downspout discharge, walkways, driveway and steps
What is checked
  • Heating and cooling run on their normal controls
  • Energy source, method and thermostat location noted
  • Visible ducts, filter, condensate drainage and equipment condition
What is checked
  • Floors, walls, ceilings, stairs and railings
  • All accessible doors and windows opened and closed
  • Accessible attic: insulation depth, ventilation and framing; fireplace and damper
What is checked
  • Sink, faucet, drain and disposer run
  • Dishwasher connection checked for leaks
  • Cabinets, drawers, counters, floors, walls, ceiling and exhaust fan
What is checked
  • Main water and fuel shut-offs located
  • Water heater, its venting and TPR valve; pipe materials
  • Every toilet flushed; every sink, tub and shower run
What is checked
  • Coverings, flashing, vents, skylights and chimney
  • Gutters, downspouts, eaves and rake
  • Roof structure from inside the attic where accessible
What is checked
  • Visible framing, beams, posts and joists
  • Masonry walls and the chimney structure
  • Settlement signs: cracks, out of square openings, unlevel floors

Concealed conditions, stored belongings, utilities, weather and unsafe or restricted access can limit the inspection. Optional radon, termite and mold testing are quoted separately.

Home Maintenance Across Fairfax County

A condo in Reston or Tysons needs different entry arrangements from a detached home in Great Falls or Fairfax Station. Share the full address, property type, size and maintenance concerns so we can confirm the inspection scope and access before the visit.

Aerial view of a wooded river bend and residential buildings in Fairfax County.

Keep records of changes and repairs

Gather the records you already have for additions, finished spaces and replaced systems. Fairfax County's public-records resource explains access to current and older records. Your home-condition inspection is separate from permit research and does not approve or certify earlier work.

Fairfax County property and permit records

Agree access for your property type

For a detached home, identify attic, basement or crawlspace access and any separate structures you want quoted. For a townhouse or condo, confirm shared-area boundaries and building permissions. Tell us about pets, occupants, utilities or work underway that could affect access.

Fairfax County Communities We Serve

Before the visit: share known concerns and earlier reports or repair records. Confirm entry, parking, occupants, pets, utility status and access to the agreed areas. Keep records of maintenance and work arranged afterward. The original report does not verify later repairs.

Annual Maintenance Inspection Questions in Fairfax County

Answers for homeowners planning upkeep and repairs.

What does an annual maintenance inspection cost in Fairfax County?

Annual home maintenance inspections start at $350. Final pricing depends on your property and the agreed scope. Provide the address, home type and square footage for a confirmed quote. Optional testing, the Repair Estimate Report and maintenance book are quoted separately.

Do you cover Reston, McLean and Springfield?

Yes. We serve these and the other Fairfax County communities listed above. Send the complete property address so we can confirm coverage and access. The Reston page includes additional neighborhood and shared-area planning guidance.

Is this different from a home inspection before buying?

It uses the same residential home inspection service, with the visit and report focused on a home you already own. Share maintenance questions, changes and earlier repair records. The purpose is to document observed conditions and help plan upkeep and recommended follow-up.

Can you inspect a townhouse or condo for maintenance?

Yes. Provide the unit number, entry and parking instructions, and tell us who controls the roof, exterior and shared utility areas. The inspection covers agreed, safely accessible areas. Restricted common areas need permission and a separately agreed scope.

Will this verify Fairfax County permits or completed repairs?

No. A visual home-condition inspection is separate from county permit records and official inspections. Share any records you already have and use the county's public-records resource for permit questions. The inspection report does not certify earlier work or verify later repairs.

Does annual inspection replace regular equipment maintenance?

No. Keep manufacturer-recommended servicing and arrange repairs with qualified contractors. An annual inspection documents observed conditions and recommended follow-up; it does not service equipment or guarantee future performance. New concerns may need attention before the next annual visit.

Ready to plan your inspection? Call (703) 450-6398 or request a quote. View certifications and meet the team.

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