Home Inspections in
Hot Springs, AR
From historic houses near downtown to lake homes on Lake Hamilton and Lake Catherine and the hills of Hot Springs Village, Garland County has a house for everyone. A-Team Home Inspectors is family owned, veteran and woman-owned, and every inspection is done by an owner of the company, with a clear report within 24 hours.
Hot Springs homes, from the lakes to the hills
Water and slope shape most of what we look for in Garland County. These are the three kinds of home we see most.
Lake Hamilton and Lake Catherine
Lake homes sit on sloped lots with decks, stairs and retaining walls down to the water. Moisture, drainage toward the house and wind exposure matter as much as the house itself.
Historic homes near downtown
Older houses on steep, winding streets, many from the early 1900s. Expect crawl spaces, foundations built into the hillside, and wiring and plumbing that may be a mix of original and newer work.
Hot Springs Village
A large planned community on the Garland and Saline county line, with homes built over several decades on wooded, hilly lots. Many buyers are retiring or relocating, and want a clear picture before they commit.
What we watch for in Hot Springs
Every inspection covers the roof, structure, exterior, foundation and crawl space, attic and insulation, plumbing, electrical, heating and cooling, and interior. Around Garland County, these come up again and again.
Slopes and retaining walls
Hillside lots send water toward the house. We check grading, gutters and downspouts, and look for leaning or cracked retaining walls and signs of movement in the foundation.
Moisture near the water
Lakeside humidity and wet springs keep crawl spaces and lower levels damp. We look for standing water, wet insulation, wood damage and ventilation problems.
Storm wear on roofs
Central Arkansas sees severe thunderstorms, hail and high wind, and trees on wooded lots add to it. We inspect the roof covering, flashing and attic for damage, leaks and wear.
Outbuildings and guest quarters
Boat storage, workshops, detached garages and guest houses are common. We can add outbuildings and a detached residence or office to the inspection so the whole property is covered.
See real examples on what we find, or read what to expect on inspection day.
Waterfront credentials
Both inspecting owners completed InterNACHI’s course on inspecting seawalls and docks, and both are InterNACHI Certified Wind Mitigation Inspectors. On a lake lot, that means the people walking your property know what they are looking at down at the water as well as up on the roof. See our owners’ credentials.
Wind mitigation and FORTIFIED, from the same team
A wind mitigation inspection documents your home’s wind-resistant features, such as the roof covering, roof deck attachment and roof-to-wall connections, for your insurance company. Read what a wind mitigation inspection looks at.
Planning a new roof? Bobby is an IBHS-credentialed FORTIFIED Evaluator. The evidence for a FORTIFIED designation has to be photographed while the roof is open, so call before the roofers start. Read more about FORTIFIED evaluations.
Around Hot Springs
We also inspect in Hot Springs Village, Fountain Lake, Lonsdale. We are based next door in Saline County, in Benton, and cover Little Rock and the rest of Central Arkansas. See every town we cover on our service areas page.
Questions from Hot Springs buyers
Do you inspect homes in Hot Springs and Hot Springs Village?
Yes. Garland County is one of the eight Central Arkansas counties we cover, including Hot Springs Village, Fountain Lake, Lonsdale. We are based next door in Saline County, in Benton, AR 72019. Call (501) 249-4481 if you are not sure we reach your address.
We are buying a lake house. What should we know?
Lake homes deal with more moisture, steeper lots and more exposure to wind than most. Both inspecting owners are certified in inspecting seawalls and docks through InterNACHI, so tell us about the waterfront when you call and we will tell you straight what the inspection covers.
Is the house on a septic system?
Many homes outside the city limits and around the lakes are. A home inspection does not pump the tank or dig up the field lines, but two of our owners hold wastewater licenses, and we will tell you when a separate septic evaluation is worth arranging.
How long does a home inspection take, and when do I get the report?
Most homes take two to three hours, depending on size, age and condition. Your report arrives within 24 hours, usually the same evening, with photos and plain-English descriptions.
Who will inspect my home?
An owner of A-Team Home Inspectors, never a subcontractor. Both inspecting owners are InterNACHI Certified Professional Inspectors.
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