Shock-protection outlets (GFCI) that look fine but provide no protection. Dryer vents that ignite before you smell smoke. Chimney caps missing for years. AC drain lines flooding your ceiling in July. We check all of it — on every visit.
These aren't rare events. They happen in homes just like yours, in neighborhoods just like yours — because no one tested what needed testing.
15,970
34% caused by clogged vents — $35M+ in property damage per year (NFPA)
$1K–$72K
Range of damage from a single failed sump pump — tested every visit
25,000+
Residential chimney fires per year — creosote is the leading cause (NFPA)
These systems look fine. They fail silently. And when they do fail, the consequences range from costly to catastrophic.
15,970 residential fires per year. 34% caused by clogged dryer vents. Visible warning signs are rare before ignition. We check every dryer vent on every visit because the consequences of missing it cost $35M+ annually across the country.
Shock-protection outlets (GFCI) near water protect against electrocution — but they can appear perfectly normal while providing zero protection. The only way to confirm one works is to test it. We test every shock-protection outlet in your home on every visit and flag failures before we leave.
$1,000 to $72,000 in water damage from one failed sump pump. We test operational status at every visit, particularly before heavy rain seasons, when you need it most.
A burst washing machine supply hose releases 650 gallons per hour and causes an average insurance claim of $10,200. Standard rubber hoses fail after 5–7 years. We inspect hose condition and age starting at Superintendent tier.
Early rot costs $500 to repair. Ignored, water infiltrates framing and escalates to $5,000–$20,000 in structural damage. We visually assess all exterior trim and fascia at Steward+ on every visit.
Failed double-pane window seals cause 15–30% energy cost increase and allow moisture into wall cavities. Caught early, replacement is $150–200 per window. We check every window seal at Steward+ on every visit.
Creosote buildup inside the flue is the leading cause of chimney fires — over 25,000 annually. An open or stuck-open damper causes 8% heating loss year-round. A missing or cracked chimney cap allows rain, birds, and squirrels into the flue. We check chimney cap condition, visible flue access, and damper operation at Superintendent+.
Approximately 30% of homes have bathroom exhaust fans that terminate into the attic instead of exiting through the roof or soffit. This creates a concentrated, year-round moisture source directly inside the attic — the most reliable catalyst for mold growth on sheathing and rafters. The fix is a $15 duct extension. The consequence of missing it is a $3,000–$15,000 attic mold remediation. We check exhaust fan termination at Superintendent+.
When an air handler's primary condensate drain line clogs with algae or debris, the drain pan overflows — releasing water into the ceiling or attic directly above the air handler. This is a top-5 cause of summer interior water damage in the DMV. A $15 secondary float switch shuts the system off before overflow. We inspect both primary and secondary condensate drains at Superintendent+.
Every tier starts with the same baseline safety foundation. Higher tiers add progressively more depth across exterior and interior systems.
A documented quarterly safety inspection history — with dated, photo-supported records across all systems — is something buyers increasingly ask for and home inspectors explicitly look for. Our members arrive at closing with years of verified maintenance documentation. That is a premium that no handyman or home warranty can provide.
Start Building Your RecordEvery GFCI test, detector check, and safety finding is recorded in your Certified Maintenance Report — a signed, tamper-evident history. Many insurers consider documented upkeep at renewal, so a dated safety record can help support better coverage conversations, and it gives adjusters the timestamped proof they accept if you ever need to file a claim.
See how Certified Reports workJoin DMV homeowners who trust us to check what they can't see — before it becomes what they can't afford. Plans start at $149/month.
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