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Home Inspection in Ashburn, VA
Buying an established Ashburn home, a newer house, or a condominium? The inspection reviews accessible systems and documents visible concerns within the agreed scope. A photo report helps you plan your next steps.
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What we check in an Ashburn home
The inspection follows the same 12 areas, from the roof down to the grounds, within the agreed scope and safe access available. It is visual and non-invasive: finishes are not removed, and personal belongings are not moved. Select an area to see what is checked.
- Range, oven and wall oven run normally
- Dishwasher, disposer and microwave run
- Kitchen exhaust fan and the dryer vent exit
- Service entrance, meter and main disconnect
- Panels, breakers, grounding and bonding
- Sampled outlets and switches; GFCI, AFCI, smoke and CO detectors
- Siding, flashing, trim, eaves, soffits and fascia
- Every exterior door and a sample of windows
- Walkways, driveway, stoops, porches, decks and railings
- Foundation walls, slabs and the basement
- Any accessible crawlspace
- Signs of movement, water penetration and wood touching soil
- 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
- Grading and drainage at the foundation
- Retaining walls and vegetation against the house
- Downspout discharge, walkways, driveway and steps
- Heating and cooling run on their normal controls
- Energy source, method and thermostat location noted
- Visible ducts, filter, condensate drainage and equipment condition
- Floors, walls, ceilings, stairs and railings
- A sample of doors and windows opened and closed
- Accessible attic: insulation depth, ventilation and framing; fireplace and damper
- Sink, faucet, drain and disposer run
- Dishwasher connection checked for leaks
- Cabinets, drawers, counters, floors, walls, ceiling and exhaust fan
- 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
- Coverings, flashing, vents, skylights and chimney
- Gutters, downspouts, eaves and rake
- Roof structure from inside the attic where accessible
- Visible framing, beams, posts and joists
- Masonry walls and the chimney structure
- Settlement signs: cracks, out of square openings, unlevel floors
Every inspection follows a written standard of practice. Need additional testing? Explore radon testing, termite inspection, mold testing and water testing, then confirm your selected services and timing when booking.
Add a package to the inspection
Three packages built around the home inspection. Package prices are for the add-on services only and are added to the inspection price. The savings are against booking the same services one by one.
Home Essentials
The perfect starting point
Home Advantage
Most popular for homebuyers
Home Enhanced
The ultimate peace of mind
Warranties must be requested when you book, not after the inspection. Radon and thermal imaging can also be added on their own. Read more about each package.
What a home inspection actually involves
No jargon, no surprises. Here is the whole visit, start to finish, so you know what you are booking before you book it.
You book, we confirm
Online or by phone, in a few minutes. Your agent can book for you. Add radon, termite or a package at the same time, and we confirm the appointment with you before the visit.
The walk-around
Roof, siding, grading, decks, the garage and the grounds first. The inspector photographs what they find as they go, so the report shows you exactly where each item is.
Systems and accessible spaces
The inspector checks accessible electrical, plumbing, heating and cooling components and operates equipment with normal controls when conditions allow. The report identifies areas that could not be inspected and any recommended follow-up.
The walkthrough and the report
You see the main findings in the house itself. The written report follows online with photos, priorities and what to do about each item.
Considering a shorter visit while viewing an Ashburn home? Our Walk and Talk consultation provides one hour of verbal guidance, with no written report. Choose the full home inspection when you need documented findings.
Ashburn home inspections for established and newer homes
An Ashburn home inspection should follow the property's actual systems, changes, and access. For an established house, bring records for roof, window, and HVAC replacement. For a newer property, share builder repairs and any work completed after construction. Townhouses and condominiums also require clear boundaries between the booked unit and shared components.
Replacement systems and later work
For a home with replaced roofing, siding, windows, or mechanical equipment, the inspector reviews visible installation and condition within the agreed scope. Accessible roof transitions, exterior components, electrical equipment, plumbing, heating and cooling, attic, interior, and drainage are considered together. Records can help explain changes, while concealed components remain outside the visual view.
Bring available replacement dates and repair invoices. Identify finished lower levels, additions, and every attic or mechanical access point.
Builder work and current condition
A newer house still receives the agreed visual review of accessible major systems and components. The inspector documents observed conditions in roof and exterior work, electrical and plumbing systems, heating and cooling, attic, interior, and site drainage. Builder punch lists, warranty repairs, and later landscaping can provide useful context, without establishing the condition of the entire property. Planning around a construction milestone? Compare our new construction inspection stages for pre-drywall, pre-settlement, and warranty-stage visits.
Provide the builder repair list and identify work completed after move-in, such as a finished basement, deck, or additional HVAC zone. Confirm equipment and areas are available for inspection.
Home inspections around Ashburn
Ashburn sits in Loudoun County, and the same inspectors cover the whole county. Every place below has its own page.
Home inspection questions in Ashburn
Questions about Ashburn replacement systems, newer homes, and unit inspection scope.
What does a home inspection in Ashburn cover?
The agreed visual scope covers safely accessible structure, roof, exterior, electrical, plumbing, heating and cooling, interior, attic, and site drainage. The report describes observed conditions and areas that could not be inspected. Confirm the scope for a condominium, multiple units, or detached structures when booking.
Is an inspection useful for a newer Ashburn home?
Yes. Newer construction can still have visible installation, operation, or drainage concerns. The inspection documents accessible conditions within the agreed scope. Bring builder repair or warranty information to help frame your questions.
Which replacement records should I bring?
Useful records include roof, window, siding, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and addition work. Dates and invoices give context, but the inspection report addresses what is visible and accessible on the visit date.
What does an Ashburn townhouse or condominium inspection cover?
Confirm unit boundaries and association responsibilities before booking, including any roof, exterior, attic, balcony, or shared equipment. The inspector reviews accessible components within the agreed scope and notes common or inaccessible areas.
Should I confirm utility type rather than rely on the subdivision name?
Yes. Confirm which utilities serve the exact address and identify any private well or septic system. Discuss dedicated water testing or septic evaluation separately where applicable; a visual home inspection does not replace those services.
How should I prepare for a Ashburn home inspection?
List finished lower levels, additions, multiple HVAC zones, builder repairs, and known concerns. Clear attic, electrical-panel, lower-space, and equipment access, and coordinate any included association-controlled area.
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