Frequently Asked Questions

• Yes, we provide a detailed 169 point inspection, including areas damaged that will need replaced, list of preexisting roof components which we do a side by side comparison to roofing components required to be in place for a complete roofing system per State and Local Building codes. This is  crucial  for our customers to ensure proper application and replacement of their new roof system.  By meeting Building Code requirements your roof and the affected surrounding areas, your roof qualifies for warrantees.  Guaranteed to be durable and protected for years to come.  

• As long as they are in good shape and are not in need of fixing or replacing then we can work around them.

• We pride ourselves by doing things right for our customers.  We can promise our goal is a stress free project experience.  Our work is backed up by GAF (America's #1 Manufacturer), and our team is trained and certified.  Therefore your roof  is covered in a number of ways,

Look for areas of missing shingles,  cracked or curled shingles, dark patches, debris on your roof, bent or detached flashing, loose nails, gutter debris, or just trust the professionals and have a GAF Certified Contractor do the figuring out for you!!

Make sure they display full understanding in your plan!  

1) Follow state and local building codes.

2) Offer Product Choices

3)Ask about estimates and payment scheduling.

4)Clean up and before and after inspection processes.

5)Scheduling how far out is the wait?

 The Ohio Basic Building Code provides construction and material specifications (a minimum standard) for multifamily (four-family or more), mercantile and institutional buildings and structures and industrialized one-, two- and three-family dwellings. 

Construction documents are also considered as the on-paper design that comes next to the schematic design phase involving building sketches, model making, and other related conceptual conversations. They serve as directions for architects to the main contractor. They describe, through drawings and specifications, how a contractor will convert the architect’s design into a full-fledged building.

Basically, two sets of construction documents are created with every fine detail included in them. One of them will be used to obtain the building permit while the latter will be used by the contractors to get the design built. It is a common practice to create the permit set prior to the construction set. This also helps in addressing the issues in the construction set that may arise while getting the permit.

 What Is a Scope of Work? A scope of work document is an agreement on the work you're going to perform on the project. The scope of work in project management includes deliverables, a timeline, milestones and reports. 

 Core sampling is a destructive test that involves the cutting and removal of roofing layers until a structural deck is reached. There are many reasons for taking core samples, most revolve around identifying the roofing materials present within a particular roof assembly. 

  “It may be more common with older homes, but I have seen significant problems with new construction. “One new home I inspected resulted in the home being condemned before anyone could even move into the structure.”

The Common Code Noncompliance Survey Report found an upward trend of code violations in new homes. Over 60% of survey respondents found all types of new construction to have code violations.

It’s even less surprising to find code violations in older homes. “Common issues that we see in general during home inspections are usually in older homes due to delayed maintenance and out-of-date standards.”  There are several ways to look up whether or not a house is up to code. “Buyers can review the permits issued and approved by the local jurisdiction for the property,” 

General inspectors like Wessling and Buckley don’t check for code compliance or violations. “Independent home inspectors provide a visual inspection and a written professional opinion based on best practices for modern construction standards,” explains Wessling.

Building code inspections are performed by the city or county code inspectors. “They have the authority to make someone correct/repair any code violations,” Wessling adds. “They are looking for health, safety and other matters based on the local code adopted by the alderman or municipal council.”

• Common life safety. Missing, outdated or improper life safety devices are a common safety issue found by inspectors. “We see out-of-date smoke detectors and missing carbon monoxide alarms,” explains Rosanna Buckley, a Maryland and Washington D.C. home inspector with US Inspect. “Fire egress is really important. Whenever I see a basement bedroom, you have to have two means of egress. There are regulations as far as how high the window can be,” she added.
• Electrical. Electrical problems include grounding and bonding issues, missing or improper labeling of circuits and missing GFCI receptacles. “Many older houses do not have GFCI receptacles,” Buckley says. “It’s a requirement for current standards to install a GFCI receptacle whenever you're within 6 feet of a water source.” These receptacles can help prevent electrocution by cutting off the power when they’re tripped.
• Mechanical. According to the Common Code Noncompliance Survey Report published by the International Code Council and National Association of Home Builders, improper notching or boring of framing, inadequate combustion air or makeup air and the improper venting of appliances are the most common mechanical violations. These issues can weaken the structure of the home, cause your heating systems to become inefficient and produce fatal carbon monoxide gas.
• Plumbing. Non-professional plumbing is one of the biggest causes of plumbing code violations. Missing nail plates and improper support of piping can cause pipes to leak or even break. 
• Handrails and decking. “Missing handrails alongside steps and issues with decks are also common finds,” says John Wessling, president of the American Society of Home Inspectors and owner of Wessling Home Inspection Services. Handrails frequently violate housing codes if they are at an improper height, not properly fastened, have an inadequate gripping surface or are missing entirely. 
• Window or door. Improper flashing was the most commonly cited violation with windows and doors. Flashing is a layer of waterproofing to protect the door, window and framing from water damage and prevents moisture from entering the home. “If moisture gets into the house or gets into places and sits for a long time, it can create conditions conducive to mold growth,” says Buckley. “That can cause health problems for your family.”

 A change order is a written amendment to an existing contract after the effective date that alters the work, the contract sum, or the contract time. While contracts are intended to be the final word for projects, sometimes things need to change 

 Made-Ready Work means administrative, engineering, or construction activities necessary to make a pole, conduit, or other support equipment available for a new attachment, attachment modifications, or additional facilities. Make ready work costs are nonrecurring costs, and are not contained in carrying charges.