Certified Home Inspections & Radon Testing
Certified Home Inspections & Radon Testing
720-413-0639
720-413-0639
About Us:
Welcome to First Choice Home Services:
Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments you will ever make. To help ensure that your investment lives up to your expectations is to have your home inspected by an experienced home inspection company. First Choice Home Services provides the highest standard of home inspections and will thoroughly investigate your homes systems from roof to foundation. Our reports are easy to understand and are delivered within 24 hours. You the buyer, are invited to intend the 2-3 hour inspection to learn firsthand the status of your new home. Our goal is the provide you with the knowledge you need to make a confident decision.
Meet the Inspector:
Michael Gallegos is the owner and inspector at First Choice Home Services and has been performing home inspections for over 10 years and is a Certified Master Inspector. He is highly trained and experienced in home inspections and is certified through the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors. Michael has had significant training from the world’s largest home inspection training organization. Michael upholds a strict Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics.
Whats Inspected:
First Choice Home Services offers professional home inspection services to the Denver Metro Area. The inspection is performed by a Certified Master Inspector, adhering to ASHI Standards of Practice and will inspect the following areas of your home when safely accessible and visible:
Roofing: Roof Material, Flashing, Chimney, Roof Penetrations, Roof Drainage System
Exterior: Siding, Flashing, Trim, Doors, Windows, Eaves, Fascia, Soffit, Steps, Stoops, Porches, Patios, Decks, Balconies, Entryways, Railing, Retaining, Wall, Driveways, Walkways, Drainage, Grading, Vegetation
Garage: Ceiling, Walls, Floors, Doors, Occupant Door, Garage Vehicle Door Operators (Photo Sensors)
Structure: Foundations, Basements, Crawlspace, Columns, Walls, Floors, Ceiling, Roof Structure , Attic
Insulation-Ventilation: Insulation in Attic, Insulation Under Floor System, Vapor Retarders, Ventilation in Attic and Foundation Areas, Mechanical Venting Systems, Ventilation Fans and Thermostatic Controls in Attic
Electrical: Service Drop, Service Entrance Conductors, Service and Grounding Equipment, Main and Distribution Panels, Branch Circuit, Conductors, Connected Devices and Fixtures, Polarity and Grounding of Receptacles, Operation of GFCI/AFCI, Presence of Smoke /Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Heating-Cooling: Heating/Cooling Equipment Using Normal Operating Controls, Automatic Safety Controls, Distribution Systems, Chimneys, Flues and Vents, Solid Fuel Heating Devices, Gas/LP Fire logs
Plumbing: Plumbing Drain, Waste and Vent Systems, Plumbing Water Supply, Distribution System and Fixtures, Hot Water Systems, Controls, Chimneys, Flues and Vents, Main Water/Fuel Shut-off Valve Location, Fuel Storage and Distribution Systems, Sump Pump System
Interior: Ceiling, Walls, Floors, Steps, Stairways, Balconies and Railings, Counters and Cabinets, Doors, Windows
Built in Kitchen Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, Oven, Range Hood, Trash Compactor, Food Waste Disposer, Microwave, Refrigerator
Radon: Radon gas is the second leading cause of lung cancer, behind smoking, exposure to radon gas should be a real concern to every homeowner. Years of results of radon tests in Colorado show we have some fairly high levels of radon gas. Levels can change from house to house, so why not be certain. We are certified in radon testing, and use state of the art equipment to ensure you accurate results you can depend on.