Home Inspections in Northern Liberties, PA
Independent, ASHI-certified home inspections in Northern Liberties and throughout Philadelphia County. Whether you're buying, selling, or testing for radon, termites or lead-based paint, you'll get a clear written report — usually within 24 hours.
Your trusted Northern Liberties home inspector
Perfect Choice has inspected homes across Philadelphia County since 1999.
Philadelphia neighborhoods are dominated by attached rowhomes, twins and older masonry construction — from Fishtown and Northern Liberties to Chestnut Hill, Manayunk and South Philadelphia — many built well before 1950.
City rowhomes commonly involve shared party walls, flat or low-slope roofs, older masonry and pointing, knob-and-tube wiring, and pre-1978 lead-based paint. Flat roofs and party-wall drainage deserve particular attention, and we evaluate each home against its block and era.
Albert Gordon (ASHI #243562) performs every inspection personally and walks you through the findings — the same clear report and local expertise whether you're in Northern Liberties or anywhere in Philadelphia County.
What your Northern Liberties home inspection covers
A full general home inspection examines hundreds of components across every major system. Here's what we evaluate on a standard inspection.
Roof, gutters & exterior
Roof covering and flashing, chimneys, gutters and downspouts, siding, trim, grading and drainage away from the foundation.
Structure & foundation
Foundation, framing, basement or crawlspace, signs of movement, water intrusion, and wood-destroying conditions.
Electrical system
Service entrance and panel, breakers, wiring methods, GFCI/AFCI protection, and a representative sample of switches, outlets and fixtures.
Plumbing system
Supply and drain lines, water heater, visible leaks, water pressure, fixtures, and functional flow and drainage.
Heating & cooling (HVAC)
Furnace or boiler, air conditioning, distribution, thermostats, and an assessment of system age and condition.
Interior, attic & insulation
Walls, ceilings, floors, windows and doors, attic access, insulation and ventilation, and the kitchen and bathrooms.
Testing tailored to Philadelphia County homes
Radon testing in Northern Liberties
Philadelphia falls within EPA Radon Zone 1, and testing is recommended for every home regardless of neighborhood or whether the property has a basement. We use continuous monitors for the most reliable result.
Termite & pest inspection
Older wood framing, basements and earth-to-wood contact in many city homes make a wood-destroying-insect inspection a prudent step before closing.
Lead-based paint testing
Many Northern Liberties homes predate the 1978 lead-paint ban. If yours is one of them, we test and provide a lead-safe certificate so you understand any risk before move-in.
Inspections you can build a decision on
Clear written reports
Plain-language reports outline every safety concern and the current condition of the home.
ASHI Certified
Albert Gordon is an ASHI member (#243562) — we stand behind every report we write.
Timely results
Complete results when you need them, with all your questions answered promptly.
Local & independent
Locally owned in Warrington, PA — unbiased inspections tailored to each customer.
Home inspection questions — Northern Liberties
How long does a home inspection in Northern Liberties take?
Most Northern Liberties home inspections take about 2.5 to 3.5 hours, depending on the size, age and condition of the property. You're welcome — and encouraged — to attend, especially for the walkthrough at the end.
Do I need a radon test for a home in Northern Liberties?
Philadelphia County is in EPA Radon Zone 1, the highest-risk category, so the PA Department of Environmental Protection recommends testing every home. We can bundle radon testing with your Northern Liberties inspection.
How soon will I get my report?
You'll typically receive your full written report — narrative plus checklist with photos — within 24 hours of the inspection, so you can keep your transaction on schedule.
Can I combine termite and lead-based paint testing?
Yes. Many Northern Liberties buyers bundle the home inspection with termite (wood-destroying insect) and, for pre-1978 homes, lead-based paint testing. It's more convenient and often more economical than booking separately.
Are you certified and insured?
Yes. Albert Gordon is an ASHI Certified Inspector (member #243562). Every inspection follows the ASHI Standard of Practice, and we carry the appropriate insurance.
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