Springville Home Inspector

Take a walk through some of Springville’s older neighborhoods and you’ll see plenty of early twentieth-century bungalows, many with wide front porches and raised basements. Historic records show that some of these houses were built between homes that were already there, which helps explain why the ages and architectural styles can vary so much along the same street. Those big front porches are part of what makes these homes appealing, but they’re also part of the structure and need to be inspected.

During a Springville home inspection, we check accessible porch supports, flooring, steps and railings for damage, decay or loose connections. We also look at where the porch roof attaches to the house, since water can find its way inside if those connections aren’t properly protected. Porch floors and steps take a beating from rain, snow and everyday use, so problems aren’t always just cosmetic. We’ll point out visible concerns and help buyers understand which repairs may involve safety and should be addressed first.