Cell:     (941) 539-9248

Fax:     (941) 492-5840

• Home Inspections:  All home inspections are bottom to top and everything in between.  Site, exterior, roofing, structural components, interior walls, doors, windows, ceilings and floors, cabinetry, appliances, and major systems: air conditioning/heating, electrical and plumbing.  Mold, insects, and Chinese Drywall are part of our normal inspection.  Pool and equipment sprinklers, and outbuildings as well....All done to ASHI specifications.

• ASHI (American Society of Home Inspectors) associate:  Member Number 245541.
  
  

• Florida State Certified Building Contractor license CBC043209. We have over 30 years experience in all phases of construction, including residential, commercial, new construction, repairs and maintenance.
  
  

• Home Inspections INCLUDE: Site, Structure, Interior (including appliances, cabinetry, floors, walls, ceiling, etc), Windows, Doors, Exterior, Roofing, Electric, Plumbing, A/C, Pool & Spa, Sprinklers, Screen Enclosures, Ventilation, Insulation, visual inspection for insects and pests ...and more.
  
  

• Inspections can usually be scheduled within 72 HOURS.
  
  

• Inspection Reports are computer generated and printed on site immediately. Home Inspection Reports include  digital photos indicating problem areas and complementary views.
  
  

• Inspection Reports are posted on the Internet (usually within 12 hours) if desired and password protected.
  
  

• Software used is HomeGauge http://www.homegauge.com/shgi/edpipkin .
  
  

• We provide complete inspection services that meet or exceed the Guidelines and Standards of ASHI and NACHI. 

• We strictly adhere to ASHI and NACHI Standards of Ethics.
  
  

• Visual MOLD inspections FREE with paid home inspection.

INSPECTION AREAS INCLUDE: 

Homes

Manufactured

Condos

Commercial

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Home and Building Inspections

Friendly Building Inspections

Office:  (941) 493-9949

email:  ed.pipkin@att.net

WE INSPECT - Thoroughly, very thoroughly.

• Commercial Building Inspections:  Structure and major systems inspection. These inspections are customized to your specific needs.

• Manufactured Homes:  Inspections include all items listed above for home inspections and include inspection of accessible undercarriage and tiedowns.

• Condominium Inspections:  All condominium inspections include walls, ceilings, flooring, appliances, electrical, plumbing, air conditioning/heating system, doors, windows, cabinetry and counters, etc...all done to ASHI specifications.

• Insurance Inspections:   
•      4 Point Insurance Inspections
•      Windstorm Mitigation Inspections

• Construction Inspections:  Completed construction and ongoing projects tailored to your needs.

• Chinese Drywall Inspections:  Regular home inspections include inspection for Chinese Drywall.  Homes built between 2005 and 2009 may have Chinese drywall present.  Our inspection is visual and non-invasive and may indicate that labratory testing is necessary.

Sarasota, Charlotte, Manatee, and Lee Counties and all areas within.