Across thousands of inspections, the same handful of issues keep surfacing in our area's housing stock. Knowing them helps buyers and owners stay ahead.
Key takeaways
- Drainage and grading issues are the most common by far.
- Aging mechanicals and minor electrical safety items are close behind.
- Most findings are manageable when caught early.
Water and grading
By a wide margin, the most common issues we document relate to water: poor grading, short downspouts, and basement moisture. They're also among the cheapest to fix.
Aging mechanicals
Furnaces and water heaters near the end of their lifespan show up constantly, especially in homes that have changed hands a few times without updates.
Small electrical safety items
Missing GFCI protection near water, double-tapped breakers, and open splices are frequent. Individually minor, they're easy to correct and worth addressing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the single most common inspection finding?
Drainage and grading issues that direct water toward the foundation. Fortunately they're often inexpensive to correct.
Should common findings scare a buyer off?
Rarely. Most are manageable; the inspection's value is helping you understand and plan for them.
How many points does your inspection cover?
Our comprehensive inspection covers 400+ points across the home's systems.
Ready to protect your investment?
Schedule your inspection with Milwaukee’s trusted team, or call us with questions.
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