Exterior Inspection

Overall, your home inspector is looking to identify material defects and any outside influences like tree branches rubbing on your home that could materially damage the exterior. A defect may be a repair, maintenance or improvement consideration with or without a safety association.During the inspection your inspector will note any grading issues that could impact your home by water runoff during storms.

Your home’s exterior protects you and everything within your house. A professional home inspection ensures that all the structures are in good shape and able to keep out inclement weather. Defects and hazards hidden from a quick look are revealed to protect the safety and longevity of your structure.

Your home inspector will survey and check

Siding, flashing and trim
All exterior doors
Attached or adjacent decks, balconies, stoops, steps, porches, and their associated railings
Eaves, soffits, and fascias where accessible from the ground level
Vegetation, grading, surface drainage, and retaining walls that are likely to adversely affect the building
Adjacent or entryway walkways, patios, and driveways
Surface grade directly adjacent to the buildings

Frequently Asked Questions

What does an exterior inspection include?

We inspect siding, trim, flashing, windows, doors, grading, drainage, walkways, driveways, retaining walls, vegetation clearance, and the overall building envelope. We identify moisture risks and structural concerns.

Why is exterior inspection important in Minnesota?

Minnesota's freeze-thaw cycles, heavy snow loads, and ice dams create unique exterior challenges. We check for frost heave damage, ice dam indicators, and moisture penetration that are common in our climate.

How often should I have my home's exterior inspected?

We recommend an exterior evaluation every 3-5 years in Minnesota, or after any major storm event. Our harsh winters accelerate wear on siding, foundations, and drainage systems.

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