A little extra attention, that's what makes us Above & Beyond!

Above & Beyond Professional Home Inspections is a leading home inspection service provider, committed to providing top-notch inspection services to homeowners and homebuyers across Arkansas and Oklahoma. Our team of certified inspectors has years of experience in the industry, and we pride ourselves on our attention to detail and customer satisfaction.

We provide a comprehensive range of home inspection services, including roof inspections, electrical inspections, plumbing inspections, HVAC inspections, and more. Our services are designed to help homeowners and homebuyers make informed decisions about their properties, ensuring that they are fully aware of any potential issues before making a purchase or selling a home.

We serve a wide range of communities within the Arkansas Oklahoma River Valley, including McAlester, Wilburton, Hartshorne, Eufaula, Checotah, Muskogee, Fort Smith, Poteau, and many more. We understand the unique needs of homeowners in these areas, and we work closely with our clients to provide tailored inspection services that meet their specific needs.

At Above & Beyond Professional Home Inspections, we are committed to using the latest technology and tools to provide the most accurate and reliable inspection services possible. We use state-of-the-art equipment, including thermal imaging cameras, moisture meters, and more, to identify potential issues that may not be visible to the naked eye.

We understand that buying or selling a home can be a stressful and overwhelming process, which is why we strive to make the inspection process as simple and stress-free as possible. Our team of friendly and knowledgeable inspectors will take the time to answer any questions you may have and provide you with a detailed report of our findings.

In addition to our home inspection services, we also offer a range of value-added services to help homeowners and homebuyers protect their investments. These services include home maintenance inspections, which are designed to help homeowners identify potential issues before they become major problems, as well as energy audits, which can help homeowners save money on their utility bills by identifying areas where energy efficiency can be improved.

At Above & Beyond Professional Home Inspections, we are committed to providing the highest level of customer service possible. We understand that your time is valuable, which is why we offer flexible scheduling options to accommodate your busy schedule. We also offer competitive pricing and a 100% satisfaction guarantee on all of our services.

If you are in need of a home inspection in Eastern Oklahoma or Western Arkansas, look no further than Above & Beyond Professional Home Inspections. Contact us today to schedule your inspection and experience the Above & Beyond difference and see the difference that our professional and reliable inspection services can make.

What is inspected

Roof
Attic Ventalation and Insulation
Exterior
Basement Crawl Space and Foundations
Cooling
Heating
Fireplace
Plumbing
Electrical
Doors Windows & Interior

1. Roof

This includes the condition of:

The roof coverings
Gutters
Downspouts
Vents
Flashings
Skylights
Chimney
Roof penetrations and the general structure

2. Attic, Insulation & Ventilation

The home inspector will look at the insulation and ventilation of unfinished spaces, including:

Attics
Crawlspaces
Foundation areas
Exhaust systems

3. Exterior

Siding
Windows
Exterior doors
Flashing & Trim
Walkways
Driveways
Stairs
Patios & decks
Drainage

4. Basement, Foundation, Crawlspace & Structure

Foundation movement
Cracks
Structural concerns
Indication of water penetration

5. Cooling

The condition of the cooling system, location of thermostat, energy source and the type of cooling system you have in the home.

6. Heating

The condition of the heating system, location of thermostat, energy source and the type of heating system you have in the home.

7. Fireplace

The home inspector will inspect:
The visible portions of the fireplace & chimneys
Lintels
Damper doors
Cleanout doors & frames

8. Plumbing

Plumbing tends to get the most attention due to the impacts a water penetration can have on a home. The home inspector will check:

Main water & fuel supply shut-off valves
Water heater
Interior water supply
Toilets
Sinks
Tubs
Showers
Drains
Waste & vent systems

9. Electrical

This section includes:

The service drop (where the electrical company connects to your home)
Conductors
Service head and mast
Electrical main
Panelboards
Grounding switches
Light fixtures
Outlets
The presence of smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors

10. Doors, Windows & Interior

This includes a representative number (some inspectors check all) of:

Doors
Windows
Floors
Walls
Ceilings
Stairs
Railings
The garage door and openers (Not Remotes)

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The Importance Of Ground Fault Circuit Interrupters

Ground fault circuit interrupters (GFCI’s) are outlets with the colored "Test" and "Reset" buttons specially designed to better protect people than ordinary outlets. GFCI's have been used in houses since the 1970's.

Why Are They Used?

GFCI's are designed to shut power off if there is a very small leak of electricity (a ground fault) which ordinary outlets wouldn't notice. Normal outlets are shut off by a fuse or breaker if more than 15 amps flow. This prevents fires, but since people can be killed by 1 amp or less, fuses may not protect people from shock. GFCI's shut off power if a leak as small as .005 amp occurs.

How Do They Work?

A GFCI detects a leak by comparing how much electricity comes back through the white wire to how much was sent in the black wire. When everything is working correctly, the current flow is the same. If a little electricity is leaking out, it may be going through a ground wire or through part of the house. If this happens, the black wire will have more electricity than the white wire. Electricity, like most people, will follow the path of least resistance. If a person touches a leaky electrical system, they may present a better route to ground for electricity, since they may offer very little resistance.

Another way of saying this is that the person may be a very good conductor or the person may not be well insulated. The electricity will flow through the person, giving them a shock. Without a GFCI, this can be fatal. With a GFCI, the little leak would be detected and the power would be shut off.

Where Are They Used?

In Canada, GFCI's are now required by Code for outdoor outlets, bathroom outlets and whirlpool outlets. Electrical systems for swimming pools are also GFCI protected. In the United States, kitchen outlets within six feet of the sink must also be GFCI protected.

Can The Outlet Be GFCI Protected If There Is No Button?

Yes, if for example, the circuit breaker back at the panel has a "Test" button, it is a GFCI breaker. This will protect everything on that particular circuit. Any outlets wired downstream of a GFCI outlet are also protected if the GFCI is wired correctly.

Can They Be Added To Older Houses?

Yes, GFCI's can be added to any electrical system. They are more expensive than regular outlets ($15-$20 vs. $1-$2), but are inexpensive insurance. While they do not replace grounding systems exactly, some Codes do allow GFCI's in lieu of grounding in some cases. It is safe to say that a circuit protected by a GFCI is better protected than one without.

Line drawings are from the Carson Dunlop Home Inspection Training Program and Home Inspection Software Tool – Horizon

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Hello and welcome! I’m Roy White owner of Above & Beyond Professional Home Inspections. I’m a licensed and certified home inspector serving both Arkansas and Oklahoma. I believe in giving my clients the best service possible. I inspect every home as if it were my own.

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Your New Home: Kick the Bricks!

As a professional house and building inspection company, one of our primary jobs is answering questions. One of the most common questions we get is "Should I have my brand new house inspected?" It's a fair and honest question. The short answer is YES. But you expected us to say that, right? Let me tell you why it's a fair and honest answer.

Risk Reduction

Let's take the emotion out of it. Let's not call it your home; let's say it's a house. A building with a roof, a structure, mechanical systems, and interior finishes. It requires a substantial investment for you to purchase this building. You are putting your money at risk. It makes sense for you to learn about the qualities of this investment before putting your money on the line.

"But what could be wrong? It's a new house?" Yes, the risk of problems is probably lower than if you bought an old building. It actually depends on the individual properties one is comparing. It boils down to illuminating the risk, rather than assuming there is none.

House vs. Home

But it is artificial to take emotion out of it, precisely because the building will be your home. So you have a financial and an emotional investment. Why is this important? Because even a small problem, like for example a leak at the kitchen sink, will elicit in you an emotional response. What happens when you notice the leak? You get an adrenaline rush, you turn off the tap or the dishwasher, you wipe up the water, you remove the soaking box of dishwasher detergent, you wonder what you should do next, you call someone you trust, you call the builder or a plumber, you wait to make dinner until the service-person arrives. A non-trivial emotional investment, for a minor problem.

For some people, that minor incident will bring on a not-so-minor bout of buyer's remorse, wherein they wonder, "What else will go wrong?" It is better for both you and your builder for the inspector to find the leak so it can be fixed immediately.

Helps the Builder

Your builder has worked hard to put your home together. It takes a phenomenal amount of coordination to turn an empty patch of ground into a dream house. With so many steps and so many hands, it is inevitable that some things will get missed. Sometimes we find electrical outlets that don't work. Sometimes we find un-insulated attics. These were not done on purpose, they just happen. If you hire an inspector to find the things that need attention, you can put the items on the PDI punch-list (the list of deficiencies generated at the pre-delivery inspection that the builder is contracted to fix), or you will have documentation of the issues and can bring them up later. This helps both you and the builder keep track of the final wrinkles to be ironed out. If there are only a few wrinkles, you will gain an appreciation of how well the house has been built.

11-month Inspection

Many of our clients choose to hire us after they move in, but before the standard one-year builder's warranty coverage expires. This has proven to be a uniquely successful strategy. The waiting period allows the newly built house to "settle-in", making a performance-based inspection more valuable.

No matter how you look at it, getting a professional building inspector to kick the bricks of your new home is a sound idea.

As seen in HOMES Magazine June/July/August 2003. Gerard Gransaull, P. Eng., Engineering Manager, Carson Dunlop and Associates Ltd., Consulting Engineers - Building Inspections, www.carsondunlop.com

Line drawings are from the Carson Dunlop Home Inspection Training Program and Home Inspection Software Tool – Horizon

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