Check Out Our Most Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can A House Fail The Inspection?
A: No. A professional home inspector does not issue a pass or fail grade on a home. A professional home inspection is an examination of the current condition of the prospective home. The home inspector will describe the physical condition of the home and indicate what may need repair or replacement.
Q: When Do I Get The Report?
A: Our inspector will provide you with a computer-generated report. Within 24 hours, we will provide you a digital report in color.
Q: What Kind Of Report Can I Expect?
A: At the conclusion of the inspection, the inspector will complete a computer-generated report which will be 15 to 70 pages in length. The Property Inspection Report will give easy to read details on:
• The general condition of the home from the roof to the basement.
• How things work.
• Major and minor deficiencies.
• Suggestions to remedy deficiencies.
• Any major expenditure coming up.
• Safety hazards
Then the inspector will review the summary with you to make sure that you understand everything.
Q: When And How Do I Schedule A Property Inspection?
A: You generally have between three and ten days after you sign the contract to get a home inspection. We would advise you to call us as soon as you sign a contract on the prospective home. This will ensure that you can get the inspection done at a time that’s most convenient for you.
When you’re ready to schedule your inspection just, give us a call. We have schedulers on staff to assist you, and it’s no problem if you call on the weekend. Our schedulers are on call each weekend. Just leave a message on our office phone, and the scheduler “on-call” will get back to you; generally the same day you called.
Q: How Much Does An Inspection Cost?
A: The price of the inspection varies based on the size of the home. Larger homes take longer to inspect; hence the fees for these homes are greater than those for a smaller home. However, don’t let the price of the inspection determine whether or not you get a home inspection or the selection of your home inspector. The knowledge gained from an inspection is well worth the cost, and the lowest-priced inspector is not necessarily a bargain. The inspector’s qualifications, including his experience, training, and professional affiliations, should be the most important consideration.
Q: How Do I Pay The Inspector?
A: At the beginning of the inspection, payment is due. We accept personal checks, cash, money orders, and all major credit cards. If you cannot attend the inspection, we have an online payment system.
Q: What Will The Inspection Cover?
Items that are included in the inspection are as follows:
• Attic • Siding & Trim
• Insulation • Driveways & Walks
• Ventilation • Floors
• Roof & Flashings • Walls
• Gutters • Doors & Windows
• Basement • Chimney
• Crawlspace • Fireplace
• Foundation • Major Appliances
• Grading • Electrical System
• Retaining Walls • Water Heater
• Plumbing System • Air Conditioning
• Heating • Ceilings
Q: How Long Will The Inspection Take?
A: Most Inspections take about three to four hours. These times may vary depending on the size, age & condition of the home.
Q: Should I Be Present During The Inspection?
A: We recommend, if you are able, that you be present at the site of the inspection, from start to finish.
Q: Why Use Our Services?
A: The purchase of a new home is one of the single most costly investments that a family will make. Along with the extra stresses, this will add, there is also the fear factor of, “Will This Home Stand The Test of Time?” It is also important to know what YOU, as the primary investor, are getting for your money.
A home inspection is an excellent tool for you, the home buyer, to help determine not only the condition of the home but to also help foresee any immediate unnecessary additional cost that may go unnoticed without the help of a home inspection. Home and commercial inspections are not a prediction of future performance but can pinpoint existing problem areas.
Q: Why Can’t I Have Someone In My Family Who Is Very Handy Or A Contractor Inspect My New Home?
A: This is the biggest mistake many potential new homeowners make when purchasing a home. Although the person you are considering may be very skilled, they are not trained or experienced at professional home inspections. A professional home inspection is a unique skill like no other. Professional inspectors get what we call an inspector’s instinct for problems. That instinct takes extensive training and lots of experience doing inspections to develop. Many contractors and other trade professionals hire a professional home inspector to inspect their homes when they make a purchase.
Q: What If I Have Questions After The Inspection?
A: You can call us and discuss all the aspects of your new home whenever you like. Our service is a long-term investment.
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