Eagle Spec Inspections & Environmental Services

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"Buyer Beware"

Do not be fooled by cheap pricing fees as it takes money for Trade Association Membership, continuing education, on going training and insurance - The cost of doing business is real and if you take a chance on the wrong inspector you may find yourself left holding the bag on huge home improvement cost that could have been known in the beginning at the home inspection with a properly skilled and trained home inspector form CREIA (California Real Estate Inspection Association).
"Who Needs Education or Training and to be Certified By CREIA or some other useless Trade Association - A total waste of time and money and by the way speaking of money give me your Home Inspection Fee/Money"
                                 "Beware of Blind Home Inspectors!"

Some Inspectors have lowered their Prices and May offer Discount Coupons and are concerned about their continued relationship with the Realtors  

Eagle Spec Inspections offers a educated, quality, thorough, and experienced home inspector Mark Leclere who could potentially prevent you from purchasing a nightmare home... one full of expenses and repairs!

Mark Leclere has been certified by The California Real Estate Inspection Association
Residential, Commercial Properties and Pools.

Also a certified environmental inspector/tenchnician by ESA - Environmental Solutions Association - Certified Mold Assessor - Certified Indoor Air Quality Technician - A member in good standing with IAQA Association - Indoor Air Quality Association.


Mark Leclere is also currently licensed and in good standing General Building Contractor
who has built homes and small commercial projects for the past 30 plus years.

A Fluke TIR Infrared Thermal Imaging is incorporated into many of the inspections and water Intrusion Investigation


Construction Defect Frequently Asked Questions:


Q: What is a construction defect?

A: A construction defect is a condition in your home that reduces the value of the home. Some defects are obvious such as water seepage, but many are less obvious and do not become apparent until years after the home was built.


Q: What causes a construction defect?

A: A construction defect can arise from a variety of factors, such as poor workmanship or the use of inferior materials. Many arise from a combination of factors, including:

Improper soil analysis and preparation

Site selection and planning

Civil and structural engineering

Negligent construction

Defective building materials

Q: What are some of the most common types of construction defects?

A: The most common types of defects involved in litigation include:

Mold

Water issues

Electrical systems

Landscaping and soil

Faulty drainage

Foundation, floor, wall and roof cracks

Dry rot

Structural failure

Heating and electrical

Q: How is a construction defect proved in court?

A: It depends on the defect. Some defects are obvious and are called "patent". Other defects are hidden or do not become apparent until years after the home was built. These defects are called "latent". A successful construction defect litigation claim relies on the testimony of experts who specialize in specific areas of construction. The experts investigate the defect, evaluate the cause and make recommendations for how to remedy the defects.

Q: What kind of damages can be recovered?

A: It depends on the facts and circumstances of your case, but in general the cost of repairs and the decline in the value of your home may be recovered. Additionally, other recoverable damages might include the loss of the use of property during the repair, the cost of temporary housing, court costs, and in some instances the attorney's fees if provided for in the contract or by your state's laws. Of course, any personal injuries resulting from the defect may be recovered. In some instances punitive damages may be assessed against the defendant if the court finds their behavior to be reckless and intentional.


 

Eagle Spec Inspections 

e-mail address:  mark@eaglespecinspections.com

web site address: www.eaglespecinspections.com

Mark Leclere  Phone 916-257-5519

Fax 916-933-3516

 

 

                                                

                                                   "Beware of the 1 hour or less Home Inspection"

How long should a home inspection take, for example on a 2500 sq. ft. home?

The best home inspector in the world cannot perform an adequate home inspection on a 2500 sq. ft. home in only one hour or less. It is a physical impossibility for anyone. A home is made up of hundreds of parts and pieces that need to be inspected and carefully examined during the course of the inspection. In fact, any home inspector who performs one hour inspections is misrepresenting the home inspection industry and services offered, while shortchanging the interests of customers.

Even for a small home depending on the condition and care of a home, two to two-and-a-half hours is the minimum time needed for a competent home inspector to perform a thorough evaluation. A one-hour job, especially on a 2,500-square-foot home, equates with undisclosed defects. Be assured, it is not just possible that some defects were missed, it is an absolute certainty. At this moment, there are problems in your home that remain undisclosed.

If you hire a truly qualified home inspector to re-evaluate the property, additional defects will be found. For the sake of safety, peace of mind and financial prudence, it is strongly recommended that this be done.

A home inspection that is a rush job for the sake of saving time up front, will always cost more time and money down the line. Have your home inspection done right the first time. Be patient with your home inspection. And by all means, protect your financial real estate investment and stay away from any inspector who states that "A home inspection should only take one hour or even less".

Ouestion? "If one item per minute is inspected, by the end of the inspection, only 60 items or features of the home would have been inspected" You be the judge on which home inspector will do your next Home Inspection Report. Mark Leclere owner and inspector of Eagle Spec Inspections is ready to serve your Home Inspection needs.

Please call or send an e-mail if you have questions regarding a home inspection:

 

Eagle Spec Inspections 

e-mail address:  mark@eaglespecinspections.com

Mark Leclere  Phone 916-257-5519

Fax 916-933-3516


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