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FAQ Index:
Why should I pay
for a home inspection?
Why does a new home need a Home Inspection?
How long does the inspection take?
Who gets the inspection report?
What does a home inspection include?
Is there any follow-up support after the inspection?
Can a home "fail" the inspection?
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Frequently Asked Questions...
Why should
I pay for a home inspection? back
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Your home will probably be the biggest investment you've ever made. Homes need
constant upkeep. Things go wrong and deteriorate, and some may start out with
problems. Many home owners are oblivious to the fact that the home has problems.
The disclosure statement from this type of owner may have many shortfalls that
could come back to haunt a new owner.
Why does a new home need a Home Inspection? back
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Barry Stone, The House Detective, has some examples of why new homes need to be
inspected! Read
his article
How long does the inspection take? back
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Our thorough inspections usually take between 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 hours, however, it
varies based on the size and age of the home. older homes, homes with
crawlspaces or multiple mechanical systems may take longer.
Who gets the inspection report? back
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As the purchaser of the inspection service you get the report. Nobody else gets
it without your authorization. If you like, we will email, fax, or mail one to
your real estate agent or lawyer at no extra cost to you.
What does a home inspection include? back
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We check all mechanical systems of the home, heating and air conditioning,
interior plumbing and electrical systems, roof, attic, and visible insulation;
walls, ceilings, floors, windows and doors, foundation, basement, and visible
structure; drainage/ground slope, gutters, spouts, ice dam, swales, and more.
Is there any follow-up support after the inspection? back
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When you hire us, we become your home consultants for as long as you own that
home. We are available for consultations on any questions you may have relating
to the home inspection.
Can a home "fail" the inspection? back
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No, a professional inspection is simply an examination into the current
condition of your prospective real estate purchase. It is not an appraisal or
code inspection. An inspector will only describe its condition and indicate
major and minor repairs that may be needed.
Contact us for more info
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