Solid Roots Home Inspection
Inspector & Owner : Julia Dessert
614.204.9280 / julia@solidroots.net
What is a Home Inspection?
A Home Inspection is a visual, non-invasive inspection of your entire home.
As your home inspector, I work within Washington State’s Home Inspection Standard
of Practice, checking all main components of the home inside and out.
After I have evaluated the home you will receive an emailed electronic report,
identifying issues and recommendations for observations made.
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Types of Home Inspections?
In a home sale, there are a few different reasons for a home inspection.
A Typical Home Inspection is the most common. This is done after your offer has been accepted. The sale is usually contingent on the results of the home inspection.
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​A Pre-Offer Inspection is done before you make an offer on a home. This allows you to know all about the main components of the home up front.
Giving you the ability to confidently
wave the inspection as part of your offer.
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A Pre-Listing Inspection is done prior to listing your home for sale. This helps you prepare yourself and your home for the market, and will generally expedite the process, providing peace of mind for potential buyers.
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Things to know before your Home Inspection ...
What do Home Inspectors look for?
Home inspectors have a long, thorough list of components to inspect.
This includes looking for signs of water damage, structural issues, HVAC issues, damaged or poorly
installed electrical systems, aging and damaged roofs, plumbing and drainage issues. We also inspect attics, basements, and crawlspaces looking for signs of pest infestations and molds.
What do Home Inspectors NOT look for?
Home inspectors do not report on cosmetic issues in a home, unless it poses a potential
safety issue. Inspectors look for things that are significantly deficient, unsafe or not functioning
properly. For example: If there is a large crack or water stain on a wall, they’ll report it,
but may not report peeling wallpaper.​
Who should be present at a Home Inspection?
It is advisable for the client to be present for their home inspection.
When the client is present, the inspector can walk thru the home and explain each component,
along with any observations found. This is the clients best opportunity to learn about the home,
ask questions, or bring up concerns to the inspector.
If unavailable the client's agent or representative for the agent should always be on site
during the inspection.
How long should a Home Inspection take?
A typical home inspection takes 2-4 hours depending on the size
and complexity of the home. Once back In the office, photos and findings are
edited into a full written report.
My goal is to provide your inspection report on the same day!​
Ohio State Home Inspector Standards
of Practice
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This is a link to Ohio State Standards of Practice for Home Inspectors.
https://www.nachi.org/documents2012/Ohio HI/Ohio Code of Ethics and SOP.pdf
A "standard of practice" refers to the authoritative guidelines and expected level of
competence within a specific profession, used to judge the quality of practice and
ensure ethical and safe conduct. ​
*** It is always advisable to review the Ohio Standards of Practice
before an inspection. Therefore, a client will be thoroughly informed
on what to expect during this process.
Solid Roots Services ...
Possible Additional Charges ...
​+$25 per each additional 500 sq ft over the initial 2,000 sqft
* Larger homes take more time to inspect and more time to report on the findings
due to additional bathrooms, bedrooms and living space.
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+$25 if the home was built between 1961-1970.
* Older homes can have unique challenges. Some or all of the home’s major components
are older and may not be up to current standards. These
components generally take more time to inspect and report on.
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+$40 if the home was built 1960 or before.
* New homeowners can then be made fully aware of any issues and understand
how these findings may or may not complicate the efficiency, durability
and safety of the home.
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+$50 travel fee.​
* A Travel Fee compensates for travel time and mileage.
+$50 for Holidays or same day scheduling.​
* Holiday and Same Day scheduling compensates
for taking up special family time and short notice inspections
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​​Solid Roots LLC is fully committed to your complete satisfaction and delivering you the appropriate service for your needs!
Hello
My name is Julia Dessert.
As owner of Solid Roots Home Inspection, I look forward to ensuring the home you've fallen in love with ... is solid.
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Originally from the Powell, OH I've spent the last 12 years in
Gig Harbor, Washington. Since then, I have performed or assisted with over 1,000 inspections. On each one I continue to learn and grow to become a better inspector.
​It means a lot to me when I can put a client at ease about a great house. Also, when I can alert them to where problems could arise. Your peace of mind is of the utmost importance to me!
See you soon! - Julia.
Education :
State & Federal Licensed
Licensed Home Inspector for 5 years in Washington State. Newly licensed this year in Ohio.
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Apprenticeship
The first of 2020 I became a licensed home inspector and partnered with a seasoned inspector.
Business Owner
After my partner retired in 2022 I opened Solid Roots Home Inspections and I continued inspecting in WA state.
Certifications & Continued Education
InterNache Certifications :
* Roof Inspection
* Residential Electrical Inspection
* Residential Plumbing Inspection
* HVAC Systems Inspections
* Attic, Insulation, Ventilation, & Interior Inspection
* 16 Hr Advanced Home Inspection Class
* Buell Electrical Inspection Certification
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