FAQ:
Question: What all is included in a home inspection?
Answer: We look at virtually everything, top to bottom. It's actually easier to describe what is not included. We look for certain structural defects, but we don't do engineering calculations. We inspect the major appliances, but not the small appliances (microwaves, coffee makers, etc.). We will test heat and A/C, except window units. For a more complete explanation, click here. We also offer some services as add-ons, realizing that not everyone wants these. Add-ons include WDO (termites, etc.), mold inspection, radon testing, water testing, and tree inspection. We include thermal imaging (Infrared) for FREE, because we don't want anyone to go without this valuable benefit.
Question: Will a home inspection uncover everything wrong with the home?
Answer: Realistically, no. A home inspection is a visual, non-invasive inspection of readily accessible systems and components of a home. If there is something wrong inside a wall, where it is hidden, we won't be able to see it, and most likely it wouldn't be discovered- unless we are able to detect it with Infrared (thermal) imaging. We do include Infrared with all inspections, to give you a better product than "industry standard". While we can certainly see more with Infrared, it's not the same as ripping open a wall to see inside. That, we cannot do.
Question: Do home inspections come with warranties?
Answer: Normally, no- but we now include a FREE home warranty with every Buyer's Inspection. We have the best warranty and guarantee program in the inspection industry. For more information, check out our "Warranty & Guarantee" page.
Question: How much does a home inspection cost?
Answer: We want our pricing to be competitive and fair, so we try to adjust it based on the size of the house. If you are buying, though, as a rough guideline, you can estimate $400-500 for the initial inspection. Sometimes additional inspections may be called for. These may or may not incur additional cost, depending on what they are, and they may need to be performed by other specialists. For example, if we find problems with the foundation, we may recommend having a foundation specialist take a look at it. They may or may not charge a fee for doing so, depending on what is involved. We recommend this article to help you budget realistically for your home inspection phase, so that you can be prepared.
Question: How much does a termite inspection cost?
Answer: Similar to the whole home inspection, prices will vary quite a bit depending on the amount of work involved- but you could expect it to be roughly 1/4 the price of the home inspection.
Question: How far ahead do I need to book my inspection?
Answer: We pride ourselves on our quick turnaround. We can normally get your inspection done within 48 hours. One thing we won't do is cut corners to get inspections done faster. We will also do inspections on weekends, for clients who need it. We'd rather work extra hours to keep up, than do mediocre work.
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