Services
What's Included In Your
Cottage Hill Inspection?
We at Cottage Hill Inspection feel that you should have a comprehensive understanding of the health of your home. We inspect the property grounds, exterior, structure, roof, interior, utilities, and garage in order to provide you and your family with an overview on the health of your property.
Take a look at our different services, such as commercial inspections, new construction, and radon testing, and get in touch with us today!
Home Inspection Services
Services Included
Grade, drainage, walks, driveways, patios, decks, plantings, trees.
Siding, brick / stone, trim, doors, windows, soffits, fascia, steps, railings, porches.
Foundation, basement slab, crawl space, floor / wall / ceiling framing, stairs, railings, attic framing, insulation and ventilation.
Shingles, flashing, sheathing, chimney, penetrations, gutters, downspouts.
Wall / floor / ceiling surfaces, doors, windows, trim, hardware, kitchen cabinets, built-in kitchen appliances, kitchen and bath ventilation
Electrical service entrance, electrical panel and distribution, water service and distribution, plumbing fixtures, sewer piping, natural gas.
Furnace or boiler, water heater, air conditioning (temperature permitting), laundry connections, sump pump.
Overhead door and opener, passage door, floor slab, exterior, roof.
What To Expect From Your
Cottage Hill Inspection?
What Makes
Us Different
Did your last inspector get on the roof? This roof leak was not visible from the ground and would have been missed by other inspectors.
This improperly flashed electrical mast would likely have been missed by other inspectors. We always try to walk on a roof when it is safe to do so.
Did your last inspector perform a carbon monoxide test?
How Our Services
Compare To State Standards
| Item | Cottage Hill Inspections Includes | Illinois Required? |
|---|---|---|
| General Liability/E&O Insurance | Yes | No |
| Computer Generated Report Emailed | Yes | No |
| Digital Photos Included | Yes | No |
| Lead, Mold, Asbestos, Termite | Available | No |
| Radon Testing | Available | No |
| Clearly Identified Fee | Yes, Required | Yes |
| List of Excluded Items | Yes, Required | Yes |
| Report Summary | Yes | No |
| Free Phone Support | Yes | No |
| Determine Layers of Shingles | Yes | No |
| Estimate Age of Roof | Yes | No |
| Test for natural gas leaks | Yes | No |
| Test for carbon monoxide | Yes | No |
| Determine age of heating system | Yes | No |
| Determine age of hot water system | Yes | No |
| Operate kitchen appliances | Yes | No |
| Operate laundry appliances | Yes | No |
How our services
compare to state standards
Cottage Hill Includes: Yes
Illinois Required?: No
Cottage Hill Includes: Yes
Illinois Required?: No
Cottage Hill Includes: Yes
Illinois Required?: No
Cottage Hill Includes: Available
Illinois Required?: No
Cottage Hill Includes: Available
Illinois Required?: No
Cottage Hill Includes: Yes, Required
Illinois Required?: Yes
Cottage Hill Includes: Yes, Required
Illinois Required?: Yes
Cottage Hill Includes: Yes, Required
Illinois Required?: No
Cottage Hill Includes: Yes
Illinois Required?: No
Cottage Hill Includes: Yes
Illinois Required?: No
Cottage Hill Includes: Yes
Illinois Required?: No
Cottage Hill Includes: Yes
Illinois Required?: No
Cottage Hill Includes: Yes
Illinois Required?: No
Cottage Hill Includes: Yes
Illinois Required?: No
Cottage Hill Includes: Yes
Illinois Required?: No
Cottage Hill Includes: Yes
Illinois Required?: No
Cottage Hill Includes: Yes
Illinois Required?: No
Cottage Hill Includes: Yes
Illinois Required?: No
Cottage Hill Includes: Yes
Illinois Required?: No
Inspection FAQs
What is a home inspection, and why do I need one?
A home inspection is a thorough examination of a property’s visible and accessible systems and components, from the roof to the foundation. At Cottage Hill Inspections, we assess the home’s condition to help buyers, sellers, and current homeowners make informed decisions. Whether you’re buying your first home or preparing to list your property, a professional inspection can reveal hidden issues, provide peace of mind, and potentially save you thousands in future repairs.
What areas of the home are covered in an inspection?
Our inspections typically cover the roof, attic, foundation, HVAC systems, plumbing, electrical systems, doors, windows, appliances, insulation, and the exterior structure. We aim to identify any existing problems or potential concerns. Every report we provide includes clear summaries, detailed observations, and photos to help you understand what we found and why it matters.
What happens if you find problems during the inspection?
It’s normal for inspections to uncover issues—that’s exactly what the process is for. Some may be minor maintenance items, while others could require repairs. We’ll explain the severity of each issue and suggest next steps. Our goal is not to alarm you, but to inform you so you can move forward with confidence.