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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.

WHY DO I NEED A HOME INSPECTION?

For many people, their home will be the greatest investment they ever make. The decision to purchase a home is made with many factors in mind: lifestyle, schools, proximity to work place, neighborhood, size and style of home etc. Most people are unable to determine on their own the existence of unknown problems that may exist in the home. They are often emotionally attached to the home so they may overlook certain issues. These problems can cost a significant amount of money that the buyer maybe unprepared to spend. A professional home inspector is trained to observe these potential problems and report them so the buyer can make a more educated decision in the purchase of the home. This type of inspection is your best protection against buying a home needing repairs, which you are unable to afford.

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WHAT IS A HOME INSPECTION?


WHAT DOES A HOME INSPECTION INCLUDE?


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?