Salt Lake City Home Inspector

Take a drive through the Avenues and you’ll see just how much Salt Lake City homes have changed over the years. Some date back to the late 1860s, with architectural styles ranging from Queen Anne to Prairie. They’re beautiful old homes, but the way they were built is often quite different from today’s construction methods. And that’s something buyers should understand.

Brick construction is one example. Some older Salt Lake City homes have unreinforced masonry walls, which can be more vulnerable during an earthquake. Cracks in the brickwork, loose chimney bricks and evidence of water getting into the masonry are all things worth looking at during a Salt Lake City home inspection.

Our job is to identify and explain the concerns we can see. If something needs a closer look, we’ll recommend having the appropriate specialist evaluate it. Questions about earthquake reinforcement or structural upgrades, for instance, are best handled by a structural engineer. A home inspection gives you a good starting point, but knowing when to bring in another expert is just as important.