ABI is family owned and operated since 1986. Our inspectors are members of the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI).   ASHI requires their members to complete two exams, and 250 fee paid inspections, and receive 20 credit hours of continuing education each year!  This is the most stringent requirements in the business.  Our inspectors have conducted a minimum of 500 fee paid inspections,  prior to inspecting your home. This is the most stringent requirement in the business! At ABI we know experience counts.

 

Home inspections are no longer limited to new purchases.  More and more homeowners are utilizing our service to insure their homes are being built and maintained safely and efficiently.  Do you shudder at the idea of entering your crawl space or attic? Let ABI examine them annually.  Do you wonder if your heating and cooling systems are operating at peak efficiency?  Partial inspections are available. Are you having remodeling work done?  Don’t release your hard earned dollars to that contractor until the work has been inspected.  Is your one year builder warranty exam on the horizon?  Don’t wonder whether hidden construction defects will make your home a nightmare to maintain or sell; call ABI for peace of mind today.  Below is a listing of most services we provide. 

 

ABI is a members of the International Residential Code Council (IRC), the governing body for new construction, the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI), the South Carolina Chapter of the American Society of Home Inspectors (SCASHI), and the National Association of Home Inspectors (NAHI). We are state licensed as well as members in good standing of the SC chapter of the Better Business Bureau.

 

We would like the opportunity to inspect your home.  If you have any questions about our services, please feel free to contact my daughter Alicia by calling our office at 843-724-0710.  She will be happy to answer any of your questions and schedule the inspection of your home.

Home Inspection Services

Our "Whole House Inspection" is a visual inspection of the structural elements and systems which are accessible. This typically includes:

Foundation
Roofing
Exterior, walls, siding, lot drainage, etc...
Porches and decks
Attic
Electrical systems
Plumbing systems
Interior
Doors and windows
Heating and air conditioning systems
Ventilation
Fireplaces

We strongly encourage you to accompany the inspector so that you may ask questions and gain a better understanding of the systems in the home.

If you have any questions, or are interested in any other services, please contact us so we may discuss your needs.

Pricing for basic Inspection Services for Homes Under 25 Years:

Up to 1750 sq. ft. $250
1751 to 2250 sq. ft. $270
2251 to 2750 sq. ft. $290
2751 to 3250 sq. ft. $320
3251 to 3750 sq. ft. $350
Over 3750 sq. ft.and/or 25 years or older Please call for quote.

We also offer:


Contractor Draw Inspections Typically $150
Builder Warranty Exams (Same as "Whole House") See pricing above
Structural Clearance Inspections Typically $125
Renter Watch- Property Inspection Typically $150
Lead Paint Swab Test (At time of inspection)                          $75
Radon Cannister(s) (2 required for pre-sale, time of inspection)                   $50 Each
Well Water Testing (Bacteria, Lead, Nitrate, Nitrite, Iron, and Turbidity)                    $150
Well System Inspection (At the time of inspection)

                         $75

EIFS            Call for pricing
Septic Dye Testing (At time of inspection)

                         $75

This is not a complete list of the services we can provide. Please contact us if the service you need is not listed.

Martin P. Baker Sr.

     

Martin P. Baker  Jr.


U.S. Chamber of Commerce Member 2006


Archispec Building Inspectors 1773 Banbury Road Charleston, SC 29414
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