FAQs
3-4 hours depending on the size of the home.
Buyers/Clients are ENCOURAGED to attend but not required to be there. Sellers are generally discouraged due to client confidentiality.
The Home Inspector will take care of scheduling with the listing agent or homeowner.
ABSOLUTELY! The goal of the Home Inspection is to provide the buyer with as much information as possible about how a typical home functions and what the current condition of the components is. We also provide helpful suggestions about care and maintenance of the home.
No, a complete written report will be sent via email usually within 24 hrs. after completion of the Inspection.
No. Your realtor will help you prepare an Inspection response with the items that you are requesting be addressed.
The buyer/client is responsible for payment at the time of the Inspection. If payment is delayed until closing, a fee is added.
Generally, Yes. Most Inspections will identify enough defects in the home that more than outweigh the Inspection fee. Many times we save buyers thousands in repair costs.
Buying a Home is a stressful decision. You hire an Inspector to avoid unpleasant surprises down the road. Instead, you get a lot of negative information on the day of the Inspection, but try to keep things in perspective. No house is perfect. A good Inspector will explain defects in an easy to understand manner and may even be able to offer possible repair solutions. Keep VALUE in mind when making the final decision about whether or not to buy a home.