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FAQs
At Inspection Firm LLC we do our best to answer all of your questions. Below you will find a list of what we believe are the most frequently asked questions. If you have any questions that have not been answered below, do not hesistate to contact us.
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A typical inspection should take 2 to 3 hours to complete. This can vary, given the current condition and size of the home, the accessibility of mechanical systems, and so on. As a courtesy to sellers, we recommend that they be informed of the timeframe in a pre-purchase home inspection situation.
We inspect the major systems of the house. These include the Roof, Exterior, Structure, Electrical, Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, Insulation, and Interior. Our goal is to identify any existing major problems that would affect a typical buyer's decision to purchase.
Our typical fee for an inspection is only $275 for up to a 3,000 sqft home, then $50 for each additional 1,000 sqft. Currently just home inspections are offered. However, some factors will affect the fee. If you are comparing home inspection firms, the fee charged should not be the deciding factor unless the level of service offered is identical. Remember, you are considering a major purchase and your choice of home inspector should be based on getting the best value, not just the best price.
- Complete home inspection conducted by an experienced professional.
- Comprehensive written home inspection report.
Definitely. We encourage you to attend for the last 30 minutes to go over the findings but you're welcome to attend the for the whole process if you'd like. The inspection is a valuable learning experience for most homebuyers.
Absolutely! You may want to bring some questions that you have regarding the home. You should also feel free to stop the inspector and ask questions as you go. If the inspector's comments or explanations are not clear, please ask for clarification.
You do receive a written report. It would be unfair to ask you to remember all of the things we cover during a home inspection. The report includes a summary of the condition of the home and details on all the major systems of the home. It is delivered within 24 hours after the inspection.
No. Our goal is to report on the condition of the house, indicating potential repairs and expenses. Ultimately, it is your decision as to whether or not you buy the house. The home inspection is very important but it is only one piece of the puzzle. Only you know all of the factors at play. Your real estate professional can help you here.
Our inspectors are graduates of the InterNachi. All were hired for their excellent communication skills and their hands-on experience. Their knowledge and experience are reinforced by the more than 1000's of inspections we will perform every year.Our inspectors also keep their skills current with continuing education programs both through the company and on their own.
Our inspectors are licensed and members of InterNachi professional organization.
Our team of inspectors is ready to serve you quickly. However, when the sale of a home is conditional on the results of a home inspection, we recommend that you allow at least two days to arrange for a home inspection.
Yes!
Additional terms and conditions apply, including:
- A home with material defects not present at the time of the inspection, per InterNACHI's Standards of Practice, is not eligible for buy-back.
- A home with issues not required to be inspected, per InterNACHI's Standards of Practice, is not eligible for buy-back.
- The Guarantee applies to your primary residence only.
- The home must be listed for sale with a licensed real estate agent.
- The Guarantee may be honored for up to 90 days after closing.
- The inspection must be performed by an InterNACHI® Certified Professional Inspector® already participating in the Buy-Back Program.
- InterNACHI® will pay you the purchase price, but you are responsible for any applicable fees and real estate commissions.
More Legal Terms: www.nachi.org/buy-legal (Please read these binding legal terms carefully.)
For tiny house "fine print," visit: www.nachi.org/buytinyhouse
For Real Estate Professionals: Find out how promoting participating InterNACHI® Certified Professional Inspectors® can help you and your home-buying and home-selling clients:
www.nachi.org/buy-re-pros.htm