Frequently
Asked Questions | Property
Inspection Report (Sample)
These are the
most frequently asked questions we have received from our clients.
The answers given are our professional opinion based on our many
years of experience.
Why
do I need a home inspection?
With the largest investment in most
people’s lives in the balance, can you afford
NOT to have an inspection? Most times the inspection
uncovers defects which are many times more expensive
to repair than the cost of the inspection.
How
much does an inspection cost?
The price of inspections varies with
the size and complexity of the home, but most homes
can be inspected for less than $300, which is usually
less than the cost of discovered repairs. The better
question is: How much will an inspection save? See
our "Services – Fees" section for an
exact answer.
What
is a home inspection?
A home inspection is simply a close
look at the entire house including all of the systems
of the house from the foundation to the roof.
What
happens if a house "fails" the inspection?
A house does not “pass” or "fail" an
inspection. The inspection is purely for information
to be used by the client as they see fit. A buyer may
ask for certain items to be repaired or for an allowance
in lieu of repairs or may accept a house "as is".
How
long does it take?
Expect as least 2-3 hours for a modest
sized home.
Can
I be at the inspection?
YES! In fact, we encourage clients to
be present at the final portion of the inspection.
While our reports are very detailed and have pictures
included, there is no substitute for first hand knowledge.
What
are some of the most common things found during an inspection?
Improper landscape drainage is without
a doubt the most common and most destructive condition
found during most inspections with damaged roofs being
the next most common.
What
do I do if problems are found during the inspection?
After the inspection report is delivered,
work with your Realtor and decide what you want and
what options are available.
When
does the inspection take place?
On the typical transaction, the inspection
is performed during the “option period” which
starts just after the contract for sale has been accepted.
Usually there is a window of 5 to 10 days to get the
inspections done take any actions. Ask your realtor
for the specific time table for your particular situation.
Why
can’t I just inspect it myself?
Buying a house by its very nature is
an emotional decision. A third party home inspection
is by design an impartial and unemotional look.
An inspector is perhaps the only person who does not have a vested interest
in the sale of the house.
Everyone else from the realtor to the buyer gets a reward from the completion
of the purchase. In addition, most home buyers are not experienced or
equipped to spot problems in wiring, plumbing, framing and mechanical
systems.
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