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Why Inspect your Home?
Faced with probably the largest financial commitment you will ever make, intelligent homebuyers, lenders and real estate professionals request a comprehensive home inspection to uncover potential safety issues and hidden problems BEFORE the purchase, so any unpleasant or costly surprises will be avoided.

There is virtually no consumer protection for a home buyer. A thorough home inspection, performed by an unbiased inspector, provides a complete examination of the physical structure and systems of a home, thus possibly saving the home buyer many times the small inspection fee. A professional home inspector is trained to interpret crucial clues such as watermarks on a basement wall, or a fresh coat of paint, and present a professional opinion of the property’s condition. An analysis of all areas is reported, including roof, attic, electrical, plumbing, heating, cooling, appliances, floors, interior and exterior walls, garages, foundation, and structure, with an overall emphasis on function and safety.

After the inspection, you will have a much clearer understanding of your investment, of your family’s safety, which will, in turn, give you greater confidence in your decision.

What Qualifications should Home Inspector have?
A home inspector should have some form of professional training. They should belong to an association. Most associations have minimum requirements before accepting a home inspector to their association. Although, if he does not belong to an association it does not mean the home inspector is not qualified. You need to find out more about the home inspectors background. A professional home inspector reports all potential problems, which in most cases will save you the cost of the small inspection fee.

How much will my Home Inspection cost?
Pricing is based on each home inspection company. e.g., region, square footage and/or description of the home or building. There might be extra fees for additional services.

When should I have my Inspection done?
Normally you should hire a home inspector to inspect your potential purchase after singing a contract with inspection contingencies. Most contracts include a five day window for and existing home.  For newly built homes, it is customary to have an inspector with you at the final walk-through..

Do home inspectors have additional services.
Yes. Radon testing, Termite inspections, Watering testing, and Pool and Spa inspections

How long will an average Inspection take?
This answer will vary with the size, location & components of an individual home.  Based on an average single family home between 2000 & 3000 square feet the inspection should take approximately 2 to 3 hours.

Does a Home Inspector need to be insured?
A home inspector should carry professional liability insurance and errors and omissions insurance.

What components of the home will be inspected?
A home inspector should report on the following conditions of your new home,  An analysis of all areas are reported including roof, attic, electrical, plumbing, heating, cooling, appliances, floors, interior and exterior walls, garages, foundation, and structure, with an overall emphasis on function and safety.

Do I need to be present during the inspection?
Yes. In addition to your report, your inspector may also point out proper maintenance procedures and inform you of preventive measures to ensure efficient functions of your home.  A home inspector will also inform you of helpful hints such as: how to shut of the gas, where to locate your main electricity disconnect, furnace and water shut-off in the case of an emergency.

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