What isn’t included in a home inspection in Nevada?

Intro

The State of Nevada regulates home inspections. While many systems are included in a home inspection, here are the most common systems that are excluded from a home inspection.

1) Landscaping

Home inspectors in Nevada do not inspect landscaping systems and landscaping components. This includes Irrigation clocks, drip heads, sprinklers and underground piping. This generally does pose an issue as most home owners aren’t concerned with landscaping. If you are, we recommend hiring a landscaping company to investigate the property prior to purchase.

2) Low voltage systems

Low Voltage Systems encompass the following: Audio/Visual, Internet and Security.

A) A/V Systems include things like PA systems, surround sound and TV’s.

B) Internet is self explanatory.

C) Security Systems include door monitors, cameras, motion detectors, and more.

Low voltage systems aren’t included because of how fast the technology in that industry changes on a yearly basis.

3) Mold

If a home inspector in Nevada sees mold, or sees conditions that are likely to breed mold, they will call it out. Here at First Home Inspectors, we can even provide sample collections for you. Due to the harmful health effects of mold and the massive liability it bestows on home inspectors, it is excluded.

4) Appliances

Refrigerators, Dishwashers, Washers, Dryers Microwaves and other appliances are not included in home inspections. As a courtesy, most home inspectors will run these appliances for their customers but it is not mandatory.

5) Termites

Homes in Southern Nevada do not experience of termite issues. If you are concerned with termites, it is advised to consult a termite inspector that’s accredited by the US Department of Agriculture.

Conclusion

Landscaping, Low Voltage Systems Mold, Appliances and Termites are some of the many systems that are excluded from home inspections in the State of Nevada. If you are concerned with any of the systems mentioned above, we recommend consulting a professional that specializes in 1 of those 5 areas.

It’s not fun writing an article about exclusions but we believe it’s the best we can do to inform consumers. We hope you found this blog post honest and informative.