Structural:

Many home inspection organizations have set standards on certain areas of the home that the home inspector looks at to determine the integrity of the essential internal and external structural components. Home inspectors are not structural engineers but can identify visual defects in these areas requiring immediate repairs.

Electrical:

Do all the outlets work? Does the house use fuses or is there a breaker box? Are there any visible signs of fraying on the wiring?

Plumbing:

Are there any leaks or annoying Drips? Are all the mechanical systems and fixtures working properly?

Built-in appliances:

Are they functioning properly?

Safety Hazards:

Home inspectors are not environmental specialists, but they can identify many safety hazards or dangerous conditions.

Miscellaneous:

Other items may or may not be included in standard home inspections. some of these may be septic systems, roofs, drainage problems, wood decks, patios or other exterior structures. Be sure and verify which, if any, of these items are included in your home inspection.

Normally not included:

Termite, geological or land subsidence surveys and environmental or pollution inspections which should be completed separately for your own protection.