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Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some answers to commonly asked questions about home inspections and what you should expect when you get a home inspection. Please feel free to contact us if you have further questions.

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WHAT IS A HOME INSPECTION?

WHAT DOES A HOME INSPECTION INCLUDE?

WHY DO I NEED A HOME INSPECTION?

WHAT WILL IT COST?

CAN I DO IT MYSELF?

CAN A HOUSE FAIL A HOME INSPECTION?

WHAT IS THE HOME INSPECTOR RESPONSIBLE FOR?

WHAT ALL IS INSPECTED?

WHAT WILL BE IN THE REPORT?

WHEN DO I CALL IN THE HOME INSPECTOR?

SHOULD I BE AT THE INSPECTION?

WHAT IF THE REPORT REVEALS PROBLEMS?

NO ISSUES WERE FOUND; DID I JUT WASTE MONEY ON AN INSPECTION?

THE BANK IS APPRAISING THE HOUSE; DO I REALLY NEED AN INSPECTION?