Residential home inspections: ms/la

Hello, my name is Ned Dufrene, owner of Dufrene Property Inspections L.L.C.

Dufrene Property Inspections is a single Inspector Owner/Operated home inspection service. I am a licensed Home Inspector in Louisiana (LHI 11141), Mississippi (MHID 0818 (NH), a licensed Residential Builder (MS (MBOC R21931) and ICC Certified Residential Building Inspector (ICC  10344784). Professionally trained and insured, Dufrene Property Inspections offers both New Construction and Pre-Owned home inspections. An affiliate member of the GULF COAST ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® and InterNACHI® trained.

Having  a long history in the home building industry working with my late Dad,  Ned Dufrene Sr. (a building contractor for many years in Louisiana),  that taught me the early skills of looking for potential issues as well as having been in the service industry this last 31 years adds tremendous value for me as a Home Inspector. I have a passion for my work and look forward to  meeting and/or working with you to help with such an important decision in your home buying/selling process.

Areas Served:

South Mississippi

(Supra-eKey® access available MS Gulf Coast).

Northshore Louisiana (and

other areas upon request).

 * DUFRENE PROPERTY INSPECTIONS MISSION STATEMENT/PLEDGE *

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      "  Ned Dufrene/Dufrene Property Inspections is dedicated to the highest standards of training, integrity and professionalism in the home inspection industry. I will work in good faith for and with my Client's best interest and safety in mind. Our mission is to provide to the Client, an inspection report that is both comprehensive yet easy to understand. The inspection will be conducted in an objective and unbiased manner while meeting or exceeding the minimum inspection standards as set forth by the respective State's S.O.P./Guidelines "

Included in a standard home inspection are the following:

All inspections shall include a report containing descriptions and supporting photos of the home's systems and components, along with a series of recommendations regarding necessary repair(s) and areas requiring ongoing future monitoring, along with possible recommendations of further evaluation by a specialized contractor of a subject area.

All inspections shall cover the following systems and components:

-General grounds and site drainage;

-Roofing and related components;

-Attic area(s) (if present);

-Insulation (where visible);

-Exterior surfaces;

-Home foundation;

-Electrical system;

-Plumbing system;

-Kitchen appliances (built in);

-Interior surfaces (ceilings, walls, floors);

-Kitchen/Bathroom plumbing;

-Garage area & components;

-HVAC System(s) (heating & air).

The report is intended to give the client information about the home's overall condition and each area's ability to perform (or not) its intended function.

 The inspection is considered a "snapshot in time" and inspection procedure is visual, non-invasive and not technically exhaustive in its nature. 

* The inspection is not a building code inspection however mirrors or reflects current building standards.

 Upon completion of the physical inspection, I will go over my findings with you (if present) and discuss any concerns you may have. After most inspections, your report will be prepared and emailed to you within 24 hrs. After your report is provided, I will contact you in a follow up call 1-2 days after inspection and be available to answer any questions afterwards that you may have about your report and its content.

My inspection follows the Standards Of Practice and Code Of Ethics as outlined by each State's Licensing Board.

 The following links are to each state's website and S.O.P.

*Louisiana State Board of Home Inspectors Website:

https://lsbhi.state.la.us/ ,

*Mississippi Home Inspector Division Website:

https://www.mhid.ms.gov/ ,

*Mississippi Board of Contractors Website:

 https://www.msboc.us/

Other Helpful Links:

*When Choosing a Licensed Home Inspector, what to expect from a home inspection:  https://vimeo.com/401313288 ,

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sTp07cGbtto

 https://www.consumerreports.org/home-inspections/how-to-choose-a-home-inspector/

*Why have a Home Inspection

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rHinprozVhk

*Why have a New Construction Home Inspection:

https://www.thebalancemoney.com/how-important-are-new-construction-home-inspections-4588387#:~:text=With%20a%20new%20construction%20home,is%20poured%20on%20the%20home.&text=The%20second%20inspection%20you%20might,%2Ddrywall%2Fsheetrock%E2%80%9D%20inspection.

*Home Component Life Expectancies:

https://www.familyhandyman.com/article/heres-how-often-you-need-to-replace-everything-in-your-home/?_cmp=&_ebid=3302022&_mid=463860&ehid=547c757910c74388e6d9c9d57050e3f69a6f9590

*Estimated prices for a standard home inspection are based on total combined square footage of home, garage/carport, decks, screened rooms and other related areas inspected.*

    Up to to 1,000 s.f.: $300.00-$320.00

    1,000 to 1,500 s.f.:  $325.00-$345.00

      1,501 to 2,000 s.f.:  $350.00-$370.00

     2,001 to 2,500 s.f.:  $375.00-$390.00

     2,501 to 3,000 s.f.:  $395.00-$410.00

      3,001 to 3,500 s.f.:  $415.00-$430.00

      3,501 to 4,000 s.f.: $435.00-$455.00

        4,001 to 4,500 s.f.: $460.00-$480.00

 4,501 to 5,000 s.f.: $485.00 & up

    5,001 s.f. & above:   call for pricing

* Additional charges that may apply*

- Crawlspaces $75.00 & up

-Additional hvac systems $45.00 

-Older homes (25yrs & older) ask for pricing 

-Detached Garages - $175 & up.