Category: Virginia
5 Qualities to Look For in a Home Inspector
When asked how they decided which home to buy, many new homeowners say things like, “it was love at first sight!” But don’t get caught up in the romance before taking time to gather the facts. With a quality home inspection from Burgess Inspections, Inc., you can make an informed decision before investing your whole […]
Avoid Disaster by Scheduling a Synthetic Stucco Inspection
Burgess Inspections, Inc. is the largest locally-owned inspection firm in central Virginia. As such, we take great pride in offering top-notch inspection services to commercial and residential customers throughout the area. One of the most common questions we receive from clients is about the maintenance of Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS). If the exterior […]
Pool and Spa Inspections: Are They Worth the Investment?
In the heat of summer, nothing is more refreshing than a pool in the backyard. For Richmond area homebuyers, consider adding a pool and spa inspection to your pre-purchase home inspection. While a properly maintained pool adds value to your home, a damaged or malfunctioning pool can be a drain on your assets. At Burgess […]
Hire a Commercial Property Inspector before You Buy, Sell, or Lease
Investing in a commercial property is a major decision. Your financial livelihood may depend upon this investment, so it is important to be well-informed before making a commitment. At Burgess Inspections, Inc., our team of experienced professionals will inspect the building and its components and make you aware of any necessary repairs. Commercial property inspections […]
The Value of a Commercial Property Inspection
Many business owners might be tempted to forego their commercial property inspection in order to speed the real estate transaction along or to be an incentive to sellers. However, our experts at Burgess Inspections, Inc. recommend that you always opt for the building inspection, and here’s why.
4 Questions to Ask Your Home Inspector
When you’re preparing to buy a home, you are understandably very excited! However, in all that excitement, don’t forget to do your due diligence when you seek out a home inspector. Our team at Burgess Inspections, Inc. recommends that you ask a home inspector these five questions before you hire one.
Types of Home Inspections
If you’re a first time home buyer and you’ve never thought much about home inspections before, you may feel a bit uneducated on the subject. However, at Burgess Inspections, Inc., we strive to take the intimidation factor out of home inspections and ease your mind as you go forward. We’re happy to answer all of […]
The 4-1-1 on Radon & Your Home
January is National Radon Action Month, so we are doing our part here at Burgess Inspections, Inc. by helping our customers understand what radon is and why testing is important. As you consider getting a radon test, allow our team to answer a few common questions.
What You Need to Know about Radon Testing
When you set out to find the perfect home, you likely have a list of needs and wants: number of bedrooms and bathrooms, a fireplace, and a perfect fenced-in backyard. You are also on the lookout for homes that need major repairs like new windows or a new roof—and a regular home inspection from Burgess […]
Top 5 Tips for Home Buyers
Buying a new home in the Richmond, VA, area can be difficult to navigate. While our crew at Burgess Inspections, Inc. only takes part in a portion of the process, we have learned a few things by being in the industry since 1992. Here are a few tips we’ve picked up that we gladly pass […]