Why the Foundations of Luxury Homes Fail

November 27, 2022 | Home Inspection

There’s something about luxury homes that seems to make them irresistible. Maybe it’s the promise of a life of glamour and ease, or maybe it’s the allure of living in a palace. Whatever it is, people are always drawn to luxury homes. And, for the most part, these homes deliver on their promises. But even the best-built homes can experience problems – and when they do, it’s usually with the foundation. Thankfully, you’ve got a professional team on your side at Valley Building Inspections, and we’ll never shy away from telling you why or how foundations can fail, even with luxury homes.

3 Common Things Clogging Your Sewer

July 24, 2022 | Home Inspection

If you’ve been experiencing problems with your plumbing, something might be clogging your sewer. Clogs are a common issue that can cause various problems, including backups and slow drains. A clog can even cause sewer gases to come back up, stinking up the house. But with a sewer inspection from Valley Building Inspections, we can identify three of the most common things that clog sewers: grease, debris, and hair!

How Long to Wait to Swim after Shocking the Pool?

June 23, 2022 | Home Inspection

Summer is in full swing and that probably means you’re getting lots of pool time. If you’re like us, you probably can’t wait to take a dip in your sparkling, clean pool. But owning a backyard pool comes with a lot of maintenance and upkeep, including regular inspections from Valley Building Inspections. One key part of pool maintenance is shocking the water so it stays clean and algae-free. But how long should you wait to swim after shocking the pool? Let’s find out!

Who Can Attend a Home Inspection?

May 19, 2022 | Arizona

Before you purchase a home, you must get a home inspection. This report from Valley Building Inspections will point out the positive aspects of the house while also highlighting significant issues. Opting to skip an inspection could be a disaster, setting you up to pay out of pocket for major repairs. Yet, the question often comes up of who should attend. So, we thought we’d clear the air about this frequently asked question.

Why You Need a Pool and Spa Inspection

April 25, 2022 | Home Inspection

As a homeowner with a pool or spa, you have more responsibility than the average homeowner. There’s the upkeep of the pool as well as all of the cleaning and sanitizing you need to do to keep it in tip-top shape. If you had a pool and spa inspection performed by Valley Building Inspections when you bought the house, it might be time for another one, and here’s why.

Maintenance Checklist for First-Time Buyers

March 23, 2022 | Checklists

As a new homeowner, you did all the responsible things. You got an inspection from Valley Building Inspections, started your home insurance policy, and changed your address with the postal service. While these are some of the most obvious things to check off your list, there are some home maintenance tasks you’ll want to take care of as well. So, here’s a quick guide to help you get started.

3 Garbage Disposal Tips for a Healthy Septic Tank

February 25, 2022 | Home Inspection

Keeping your septic tank healthy is crucial for your entire plumbing and waste system. Many homeowners do the right thing by having theirs inspected regularly by Valley Building Inspections. Still, they miss one little step that could lead to serious septic system issues: healthy garbage disposal habits. Contrary to what you might think, not everything can or should go down the disposal. Here are three tips to ensure you don’t overuse your disposal and ruin your septic tank.

Common Defects Found in a Home Inspection

January 26, 2022 | 1-Year Warranty Inspection

Buying a piece of property for your family is serious business. It’s one of the most significant financial decisions you can make, so protecting your investment is key. That’s why it is paramount that you rely on quality service and excellent reputation when choosing a home inspector. Valley Building Inspections is the area’s top leading inspector, and here are some of the most common defects we find during our inspections.

Does My Home Need a Termite Inspection?

December 27, 2021 | Home Inspection

Protecting your home from the elements is always at the top of your mind. But, what may not be is protecting your home from wood-destroying insects and pests. Termites are the leading cause of structural damage, and identifying their colonies is crucial. Still, many homeowners don’t even know where to start, and they end up calling Valley Building Inspections too late. So, here are some quick and easy questions to ask yourself to determine if a termite inspection is in your future.

3 Reasons to Get a Pre-Listing Inspection

November 17, 2021 | Home Inspection

A pre-listing inspection is a home inspection that the seller requests before they put the home on the market. Like buyer inspections, a pre-listing review from Valley Building Inspections has many benefits. Most sellers want to know the current condition of their homes before selling. So, they call us to get those details and make all the repairs before putting the house on the market. Still, there are plenty of other reasons to get this type of inspection done, and we’re talking about just three of them here.

Punctual, Respectful, & Accessible

I’ve used Valley Building Inspections for years for everything from entire home inspections, to termite inspections, to sewer scopes. Always on time, very respectful to both the homeowners and buyers, easy to contact, and they’ll continue to answer questions you might have after the inspection is over! I referred them to several realtors and they’ve all continued using them. I plan on continuing to use them in the future!

Cindy S.

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Impeccable Work

Valley Building Inspectors is without a doubt the most intensely thorough company I have ever had the pleasure of using. I have bought and sold many homes over the years and I have found VBI to quite literally be the best there is. They are extremely thorough and even more helpful and because of their impeccable work, they have helped me to dodge a huge bullet and not buy a quite potential money pit. Thank you so much. I will only be using your company for all future real estate transactions in the state of Az.

A. S.

Extremely Thorough

I've used Valley Building Inspections on almost all of the personal property purchases as well as the home inspections for my clients. They are extremely thorough and make me and my clients feel like they are completely informed about the property they are purchasing. I will continue to use them whenever I can!

Neesha W.

Detail Oriented

Great service and uber-professional. We used VBI for two home inspections in the Scottsdale area and they were the consummate professionals. Very detail oriented, customer friendly and truly cared about their work. Can't recommend them enough. They are our go-to guys from home inspections from now on.

Jim W.

Detailed & Helpful

Our inspector was very thorough, detailed and helpful in explaining his findings. I was out of state during the inspection so the inspector met with me via FaceTime. The office staff was friendly, flexible with scheduling and called to follow with a reminder.

Michelle J.

Fair and Honest

Extremely thorough and knowledgeable. He did not over react to anything he found. Was very fair and honest with his findings for both seller and buyer. I would highly recommend this company.

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