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Brian O'Keefe
location_on Waukesha, WI — Honest Home Inspections,LLC
Get to Know Brian O'Keefe

I pride myself in being non biased and objective, and providing thorough inspection reports. From the first contact with me through the inspection delivery and explanation of your report, you will experience the ultimate in professionalism.

 Here at O'Keefes Home Inspections every aspect of the property is inspected including all structural, electrical, air conditioning system and plumbing. I will notify the client of any item that is noted. I will provide quality color photos with every inspection.  Upon request O'Keefes Home Inspections can provide your inspection report on site that same day. You will understand every item by the time I am finished.

Certifications

Pre-Purchase Inspection

A home inspection is a visual process where all of the items typically used within a home are tested and/or operated to verify proper operation or installation. Doors and windows are opened and closed, roofing materials inspected, air-conditioning and heating systems operated. The Inspector will fill the sinks and tub(s), run the shower(s), and flush the toilets. All the while making notes on the condition and operation of the components tested. Upon completion a report will be distributed to you.

 

New Construction Inspections

New construction inspections are performed at the completion of construction, but prior to your final walk through with the Builder's Customer Service Representative or Superintendent. It is always a good idea to verify that utilities (gas, water, and electric) have been turned on, either by you or the Builder depending on the Builder's policy. The inspection should be scheduled just a day or two before you final walk through with the Builder. This will ensure that most, if not all, last minute items have been completed prior to your inspection. At the conclusion of the inspection a completed report will be distributed to you.

 

Pre-Warranty Expiration Inspections

Warranty inspections are performed during the 11th month of your 1-year Builder Warranty.  The inspection will be performed to verify that proper building techniques were used and that the various components of the home were properly installed. You will be presented with a completed report at the end of the inspection along with digital photos taken as needed for inaccessible areas.

 

Seller Certified Home Program (Pre-Listing Inspections)

Listing inspections are very good for the homeowner who may not be in tune with the condition of their home. A great many sales are cancelled due to the buyer's shock at the "functional condition" of the home. It may look great, but have serious technical, safety, or functional issues present without the owner's knowledge. Having the home inspected prior to placing on the market is the ideal way to identify and either repair or disclose the issue found in the Inspection Report. Obviously, repairing the items would be the most beneficial towards completing the sale. However, there may be financial reasons where the owner can't make the repairs. Disclosing them up front and pricing the home based upon that disclosure will often times produce a higher net sales price for the owner.

 

Maintenance Inspection

 

Like a regular medical checkup for your body, a home maintenance inspection discovers issues as they develop, allowing remediation rather than major repair later. This inspection is similar to a standard home inspection but with emphasis on maintaining a sound propertyy Benefits to having Maintenance Inspections:

Discover issues in development, prior to incurring damage.  Be aware in advance of approaching cost items so that proper budgeting can be done. For example, we can estimate the remaining life expectancy of the roof, furnace, water heater, etc. so you can be prepared for the expenses when they become necessary.   Provides a historical documentation of the home's condition and repairs. This is a valuable tool when eventually selling the home. 

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Performing residential home inspections, mold testing and radon testing in the metro Milwaukee area. InterNACHI Certified. Licensed. Providing Quality Inspections for You!!