- THE HOME INSPECTION SQUAD
Ensure comfort and efficiency with professional HVAC inspection from The Home Inspection Squad. Our certified inspectors evaluate heating and cooling systems, ductwork, ventilation, and controls to identify performance issues, safety hazards, and maintenance needs. Whether buying property, experiencing system problems, or performing preventive maintenance, we deliver expert assessment that protects your investment and indoor comfort.
HVAC systems represent major home investments that directly impact comfort, energy costs, and indoor air quality. Our HVAC inspection services provide thorough evaluation of all heating and cooling components including furnaces and boilers, central air conditioning systems, heat pumps and ductless mini-splits, thermostats and control systems, ductwork and air distribution, ventilation and air filtration, and gas connections and electrical systems. This service supports homebuyers assessing system condition before purchase, property owners experiencing performance problems, sellers demonstrating system functionality, and homeowners planning maintenance or replacement decisions.
HVAC system failures occur at the worst possible times, leaving families without heat during winter or cooling during summer. Emergency replacements cost significantly more than planned installations and offer limited equipment choices. Carbon monoxide leaks from malfunctioning furnaces threaten lives. Inefficient systems waste hundreds annually on utility bills. A professional HVAC system performance check identifies problems before complete failure, safety hazards before accidents occur, and efficiency issues before they drain your budget. Understanding system conditions enables proactive decisions that prevent emergencies and optimize performance.
We begin by identifying your HVAC equipment types, ages, fuel sources, and any performance concerns you’ve experienced. Our inspector reviews system configuration, previous maintenance records if available, and operating characteristics. This initial assessment establishes baseline expectations and helps focus detailed evaluation on areas most likely to present problems based on system age and type.
Our certified inspectors thoroughly examine heating equipment including furnace or boiler operation and performance, heat exchanger condition and carbon monoxide safety, burner operation and flame characteristics, gas connections, shut-off valves, and line condition, electrical components and safety controls, air filters and their condition, and thermostat calibration and functionality. The furnace inspection includes testing for proper ignition, adequate heat output, and safe combustion venting that prevents dangerous gas accumulation.
We evaluate cooling system performance and condition including compressor operation and refrigerant levels, condenser and evaporator coil cleanliness, electrical connections and component condition, condensate drain operation and clearance, airflow and temperature differential measurements, and refrigerant line insulation and condition. Our air conditioning inspection identifies efficiency problems, refrigerant leaks, and component failures that reduce cooling capacity or threaten complete system breakdown during peak demand.
Distribution systems significantly affect HVAC performance and efficiency. We examine accessible ductwork for proper sizing and installation, air leakage and insulation adequacy, register placement and airflow balance, return air adequacy and filtration, ventilation fans and exhaust systems, and attic or crawl space duct conditions. The duct and ventilation inspection reveals problems causing uneven temperatures, poor air quality, and wasted energy from leaking conditioned air.
Within 24 hours, you receive a detailed report documenting system conditions with photographs, heating and cooling capacity measurements, identified safety concerns and code violations, efficiency issues and performance problems, maintenance needs and repair recommendations, and estimated remaining service life for major components. Our HVAC safety inspection report helps you understand current conditions, plan appropriate maintenance, and make informed decisions about repairs versus replacement.
HVAC systems typically show warning signs before complete failure, but these signals go unnoticed without professional evaluation. Unusual noises indicate bearing wear, inconsistent temperatures suggest control problems, and reduced airflow signals ductwork issues or failing motors. Our inspection catches developing problems when repairs cost hundreds rather than waiting for catastrophic failures requiring thousands in emergency replacement. For property buyers, inspection findings support negotiation for repairs or credits that offset inevitable replacement costs for aging systems.
Heating systems create combustion gases including deadly carbon monoxide. Cracked heat exchangers, blocked vents, and improper installations allow these gases into living spaces where they poison occupants without warning. Our HVAC safety inspection specifically evaluates combustion safety, tests for gas leaks, verifies proper venting, and confirms carbon monoxide detector presence and operation. This safety focus protects families from poisoning incidents that hospitalize thousands and kill hundreds annually.
Inefficient HVAC systems waste energy and money while failing to maintain comfortable temperatures. Dirty coils reduce cooling capacity, leaking ducts lose conditioned air, improper refrigerant charges decrease efficiency, and worn components work harder using more electricity or fuel. Our inspection identifies efficiency problems that increase utility bills unnecessarily. Addressing these issues reduces operating costs, improves comfort consistency throughout your home, and extends equipment life by reducing operational stress.
HVAC systems last fifteen to twenty years with proper maintenance but eventually require replacement. Our inspection provides a realistic assessment of remaining service life based on equipment age, condition, and performance. This information allows planned replacement on your schedule rather than emergency installation when systems fail during extreme weather. Planned replacement costs less, offers better equipment selection, and prevents uncomfortable periods waiting for emergency service during peak seasons.
HVAC systems require specialized knowledge beyond general home inspection training. Our team includes inspectors with dedicated HVAC certification and extensive experience evaluating heating and cooling equipment. We understand different system types including gas and oil furnaces, electric and gas heat pumps, boilers and radiant systems, and various air conditioning configurations. This expertise ensures accurate assessment of performance, safety, and remaining service life across all equipment types.
Accurate HVAC evaluation requires precise measurements and testing. We utilize professional-grade instruments including digital thermometers measuring temperature differentials, manometers testing gas pressure and airflow, combustion analyzers evaluating furnace efficiency and safety, refrigerant gauges checking AC system charge, and carbon monoxide detectors verifying safe operation. This equipment provides objective data supporting our conclusions and revealing problems invisible to visual inspection alone.
HVAC systems intimidate many homeowners with complex components and technical terminology. Our reports translate technical findings into plain language explaining what problems mean, why they matter, which issues require immediate attention versus routine maintenance, estimated costs for common repairs, and guidance for extending system life. This clarity helps you make appropriate decisions about maintenance, repairs, and replacement timing without confusion or pressure.
The Home Inspection Squad evaluates all residential HVAC systems including forced air furnaces and central AC, heat pumps and dual fuel systems, boilers and radiant heating, ductless mini-split systems, window and wall AC units, and zone control systems. Whether you need routine inspection, pre-purchase evaluation, or assessment of systems experiencing problems, we deliver thorough examinations appropriate for your specific equipment and concerns.
Typical inspections require one to two hours depending on system complexity, number of units, accessibility, and whether both heating and cooling require evaluation.
Yes, we test furnaces in summer and AC in winter when possible. Some performance characteristics can’t be fully evaluated in extreme off-season conditions.
We frequently find dirty filters and coils, refrigerant leaks, aging equipment near replacement, improper installations, and inadequate maintenance causing efficiency loss.
No, we provide inspection and assessment only to maintain objectivity. Our reports help HVAC contractors understand needed repairs and provide accurate estimates.
Annual inspections before heating and cooling seasons optimize performance and catch problems early. Pre-purchase inspections protect buyers from expensive surprises.
Whether you’re purchasing property, experiencing heating or cooling issues, or want preventive evaluation, professional HVAC inspection provides essential insights about system safety, performance, and longevity. Don’t risk system failure, safety hazards, or wasted energy from neglected maintenance. Contact The Home Inspection Squad today to schedule your HVAC inspection and ensure reliable comfort year-round.
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