Home Owners
Whether you're buying, selling, maintaining, or simply trying to understand your home better, RC Fields provides the professional insight you need to make confident decisions.
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There is no such thing as a perfect house. Our goal isn't to overwhelm our clients with everything that could possibly be wrong, it's to help them understand what matters most, and how to fix it, when necessary. From first-time buyers to longtime homeowners, we're here for every stage of homeownership.
a happy & healthy home
Your home is a big investment. Get the information you need to understand it, protect it, and make confident decisions about it.
Our comprehensive range of inspection and testing services means you can get a more complete picture of your home in one appointment. From the general property inspection to radon, sewer, mold, chimney, and mitigation services, we make it easier to get the information you need from one trusted team.
Whether you're building a home or have moved into a newly constructed home, independent inspections can help identify defects, incomplete work, installation concerns, and items that may need attention.
A home doesn't stop needing attention after you buy it. A periodic inspection can help you understand your home's current condition, identify maintenance concerns, and prioritize repairs.
A pre-listing inspection gives you the opportunity to identify potential concerns before putting your home on the market, giving you time to decide what to repair, disclose, or simply be prepared to discuss.
Whether you're writing an offer, or already under contract, an inspection can help you understand the home's condition, identify concerns, and plan for what's ahead.
Why RC Fields?
Your home is the biggest purchase you'll ever make. We want you to feel confident about it.
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At RC Fields, we believe attention to detail, education, and exceptional customer service are the foundation of every great inspection. We've been helping buyers, sellers, homeowners and agents throughout the Twin Cities and beyond make confident, informed decisions since 2010.
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Think of it as Home Owner 101 -Â you'll receive helpful resources, useful tips and tricks related to your home, and real world advice from an experienced inspector who cares. We don't rush our inspections. We take the time to explain every issue and answer every question we can.
Easy Scheduling
Excellent Communication
Ongoing Support
Fast Reports
Friendly, Experienced Inspectors
7 Days a Week
your inspection report
After your inspection, you'll receive a comprehensive digital report complete with:Â
Our reports are designed to be easy to read, easy to share, and easy to reference long after your inspection is complete. You will also receive a complimentary Haven account full of helpful details and services regarding your home, in addition to your general property inspection report.
Remember, A Home Inspection Isn't a Pass or Fail Test. The reality is, every home has defects, even brand-new construction. We're here to help you understand the home's current condition, identify significant concerns, explain routine maintenance items, and give you the information you need to make confident, informed decisions.
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Please note: Some additional services, such as radon testing and mold testing, require laboratory analysis or extended monitoring. Those results may be delivered separately from your general property inspection report.
High Resolution Photos
Safety Observations
Helpful Explainations
Detailed Descriptions of Findings
Suggested Recommendations
A Summary of Significant Concerns
home owner 101
Your home doesn't include a user's manual. That's where RC Fields comes in.
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We think of Home Owner 101 as the owner's manual you never knew you needed for your home. A good inspection should do more than tell you what's wrong, it should help you understand how your home works and how to take care of it, whether you're a first time home buyer, or a seasoned professional buying an new investment property.
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From maintenance tips and seasonal reminders to simple explanations of your home's major systems (i.e. what that little lever on your furnace actually does), we're here to help you feel more confident in the home you own. We don't just point out problems, we take the opportunity to help you understand how your home works, what needs attention, and what you can do next if there's a problem.
Buying a home
From "Just Looking!" to "Offer Accepted!"
Just touring and want a professional second set of eyes? Our Walk & Talk Consultation provides approximately one hour with an experienced inspector to discuss the home's visible condition and potential concerns, without a formal inspection report.
Under Contract? Congratulations! Now it's time to take a closer look. A comprehensive home inspection gives you a better understanding of the property's condition before you finalize one of the biggest purchases you'll make.
Want more than a general property inspection? Add services such as radon testing, sewer scan, mold testing and level II chimney inspections in the same appointment.
Selling a home
Getting Ready to Move? Know Before You List.
Don't wait for the buyer's inspection to discover potential issues. A pre-listing inspection puts the information in your hands first, giving you more time and flexibility to decide what to repair, disclose, or simply be prepared for.
Benefits include:
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Fewer surprises during negotiations
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Time to make repairs on your schedule
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Better understanding of your home's condition
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More confidence when listingÂ
Maintaining a home
Your Home Needs Checkups, Too.
You don't have to be buying or selling to benefit from a professional inspection.
Homes change over time. Materials age. Systems wear out. Minnesota weather takes its toll.
A maintenance inspection can help you identify:
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Aging systems
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Water intrusion
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Drainage concerns
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Roof deterioration
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Electrical concerns
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Plumbing issues
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HVAC concerns
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Attic and ventilation problems
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Safety issues
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Deferred maintenance
New construction
New Doesn't Mean Defect-Free.
There are several opportunities to have an independent inspector evaluate a newly built home.Â
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Before You Close:
A New Construction Inspection will have an independent set of eyes evaluate the completed home before you take ownership.
Before Your Warranty Expires:
An 11-Month Builder Warranty Inspection
Identifies concerns that developed during your first year and will allow you to document and submit a them to the builder before your warranty expires.
radon
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Minnesota's geology makes radon a common concern: more than 2-in-5 homes have elevated levels.
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Radon can enter through the foundation, floor drains, sump pits, and other openings.
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Testing is the only way to know your home's radon level.
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A properly designed mitigation system can reduce elevated radon levels and protect your family from exposure.
water
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Freeze/thaw cycles contribute to foundation & masonry concerns.
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Heavy rain and snowmelt can expose drainage & grading problems.
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Ice dams, condensation, and poor ventilation can contribute to moisture intrusion.
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Minnesota basements and crawl spaces deserve particular attention.
hvac
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Minnesota heating systems work hard through long, cold winters.
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Furnaces, boilers, heat pumps, and ventilation systems need proper maintenance and operation.
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Poor ventilation or humidity control can contribute to mold and moisture problems.
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Older homes may have outdated or inefficient heating systems.
roofing
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Snow, ice, wind, hail, and repeated freeze/thaw cycles can take a toll on roofing materials.
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Flashing, penetrations, valleys, and roof-to-wall transitions are common areas of concern.
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Ice dams can contribute to water intrusion when conditions allow.
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Regular inspection can help catch small problems before they become expensive repairs.
homes in minnesota
Minnesota Weather Doesn't Give Your Home a Break. Freeze/thaw cycles, snow, ice, moisture, humidity, heavy rain, hail, strong winds and seasonal temperature changes can all affect a home. That's why we pay particular attention to things like:
