Inland valley heat means air conditioners do serious work, and attics get very hot. Inspectors pay attention to AC age and performance, attic ventilation and insulation.
Estate and wine country properties may have wells, septic systems and outbuildings that need specialists.
What inspectors commonly look at in Temecula
These are the topics that come up most often for homes in and around Temecula. Every house is different, so treat them as a starting point for questions, not a prediction.
Air conditioning workload
Inland summers are hot, so air conditioners run hard and age faster. Check the age of the condenser, refrigerant type and service history. Read the guide
Expansive soils
Clay soils swell and shrink with moisture. Good drainage and consistent irrigation around the foundation reduce movement. Read the guide
Hard water
Hard water leaves scale in water heaters, tankless units and fixtures. Tankless heaters need periodic descaling. Read the guide
Polybutylene and early plastic plumbing
Homes built between the late 1970s and mid-1990s may have gray polybutylene supply pipe. Many have been repiped; ask for the invoice if so. Read the guide
Solar systems
Rooftop solar is common, and California has required solar on most new homes since 2020. Ask whether panels are owned or leased and get the paperwork. Read the guide
Paperwork to read before the inspection
- Transfer Disclosure Statement and the Seller Property Questionnaire, for known defects and past repairs.
- Natural Hazard Disclosure, for flood, fire, earthquake fault and seismic hazard zones.
- Permit history from the Temecula building department, to compare with additions and remodels.
- HOA documents, if the property is in an association.
- Termite report, customary in California transactions.
This page is general information about local housing, not a list of inspectors. Use our guide to choosing a home inspector to find a qualified professional in Temecula.