Green Valley is a retirement community, and many of the people who call us are choosing a home to settle into for the long run. First Defense Building Inspection is owned by Kief Manning, who holds Arizona Board of Technical Registration license #76157 and works as a disaster relief inspector. For a home inspector in Green Valley, AZ, call (520) 505-1423.
Questions or ready to book? Call (520) 505-1423 or Schedule an inspection. Everything we offer is listed under home inspection services.
Buying a home to retire in
If this is your last move, you want to know what is coming before you sign. We explain findings as we go, without rushing and without jargon. You are welcome to walk the house with us, and we are happy to repeat an answer as many times as it takes. Family members or your agent are welcome to join.
Roofs that have seen many summers
Sun is hard on roofing. Tile can crack and underlayment can wear out beneath it, foam roofs can lose their coating, and shingles can dry and curl. We check flashing, vents, drainage, and any patched areas, and we note what looks like a repair versus what looks like an original surface. When a roof is near the end of its life, the report says so in plain words.
Heating and cooling equipment with age on it
Air conditioners in Southern Arizona work most of the year. When a system is older, the questions to ask are simple:
- How old is the equipment, based on the label?
- Does it start, run, and cool the house evenly?
- Are the ducts sealed, insulated, and in good shape?
- Is there water staining around the unit or drain line?
- Does the heat side work when you need it on winter mornings?
We test what we can and describe the rest, so you can plan for replacement before it is urgent.
Homes that sit empty for part of the year
Some owners spend months elsewhere, and a quiet house can hide small leaks. We look under sinks and at water heaters, and along walls where moisture might collect. For older pipes underground, a sewer scope inspection is a helpful add-on.
Selling and downsizing
If you are getting ready to sell, consider a seller home inspection first. It can make the listing process calmer.
Scheduling
We answer calls seven days a week, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For a rough idea of how quotes work, see the cost and pricing page.
We also serve Sonoita, Benson, Arizona City, Casa Grande, and Maricopa for buyers who are exploring towns around Southern Arizona.