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A home inspection is a visual examination of the home's major structure, systems, and components that are visible and safely accessible. The inspector should substantially adhere to standards of practice that outline what should be covered during a general home inspection, as well as what is excluded. Some inspectors may strictly follow the standards of practice, while others may exceed the standards and inspect other items, or perform a more detailed inspection. Whatever the inspector includes in his or her inspection should be discussed prior to the inspection – this is known as the scope of work. The inspector should be able to provide you with a copy or online link to the standards of practice they follow. The inspector should provide you with a written report, which may include photos and/or recommendations, of his or her findings of the inspection.

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A home inspection is a visual examination of the home's major structure, systems, and components that are visible and safely accessible. The inspector should substantially adhere to standards of practice that outline what should be covered during a general home inspection, as well as what is excluded. Some inspectors may strictly follow the standards of practice, while others may exceed the standards and inspect other items, or perform a more detailed inspection. Whatever the inspector includes in his or her inspection should be discussed prior to the inspection – this is known as the scope of work. The inspector should be able to provide you with a copy or online link to the standards of practice they follow. The inspector should provide you with a written report, which may include photos and/or recommendations, of his or her findings of the inspection.

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Buying a home is typically the biggest investment you will ever make, so it's important to get a home inspection because the inspector should be able to discover and document defects that may or may not be obvious to you as a prospective buyer. Such defects can range from simple replacements or repairs to severe damage or safety and health concerns. Additionally, most mortgage companies require a home inspection on a property before approving the home loan.

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Buying a home is typically the biggest investment you will ever make, so it's important to get a home inspection because the inspector should be able to discover and document defects that may or may not be obvious to you as a prospective buyer. Such defects can range from simple replacements or repairs to severe damage or safety and health concerns. Additionally, most mortgage companies require a home inspection on a property before approving the home loan.

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Yes, you should. Many of our clients have found the pre-listing inspection extremely helpful in finding deficiencies in their home that they were not aware of. It gives the seller a chance to review the issues and make repairs before the home goes on the market.

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Yes, you should. Many of our clients have found the pre-listing inspection extremely helpful in finding deficiencies in their home that they were not aware of. It gives the seller a chance to review the issues and make repairs before the home goes on the market.

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There are times that the inspector will walk the roof if it’s safe to walk the roof. The majority of roof inspections are performed by an FAA licensed drone pilot. The pilot has the ability to review the roof, gutters, and chimney using this technology which gives detailed vivid pictures.

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There are times that the inspector will walk the roof if it’s safe to walk the roof. The majority of roof inspections are performed by an FAA licensed drone pilot. The pilot has the ability to review the roof, gutters, and chimney using this technology which gives detailed vivid pictures.

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Depending on the home's age, size, and location, as well as the home inspector's own work protocols and ethics, your home inspection may take up to three hours. Adding square footage, outbuildings, and/or ancillary services (such as mold or radon testing) will increase that time. It may be necessary for your inspector to bring in a helper for a very large property. If your general home inspection takes significantly less than two to three hours, it may indicate that the inspector was not thorough enough.

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Depending on the home's age, size, and location, as well as the home inspector's own work protocols and ethics, your home inspection may take up to three hours. Adding square footage, outbuildings, and/or ancillary services (such as mold or radon testing) will increase that time. It may be necessary for your inspector to bring in a helper for a very large property. If your general home inspection takes significantly less than two to three hours, it may indicate that the inspector was not thorough enough.

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A home inspection is usually scheduled after an offer has been made and accepted, but before the closing date. With the market the way it is, and how quickly the houses are being picked up, you should contact an inspector as soon as you find a home that you want to purchase. That way, the inspector can rule out any major defects that could be dangerous or costly. In rare cases—due to timing or contractual issues—the inspection can be scheduled after the closing date. If this is the case, the home buyer should schedule the inspection for the earliest possible date after closing.

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A home inspection is usually scheduled after an offer has been made and accepted, but before the closing date. With the market the way it is, and how quickly the houses are being picked up, you should contact an inspector as soon as you find a home that you want to purchase. That way, the inspector can rule out any major defects that could be dangerous or costly. In rare cases—due to timing or contractual issues—the inspection can be scheduled after the closing date. If this is the case, the home buyer should schedule the inspection for the earliest possible date after closing.

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If the inspection is performed in the early morning, you can expect to have the report by the end of the day. All inspection reports will be delivered by email with 24 hours. A link to the inspection report will be included in the email which can be accessed at any time, and you will also have the option to download a PDF version. Following the delivery of the Inspection Report, I’ll have a zoom call to completely review the report and answer any questions you may have.

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If the inspection is performed in the early morning, you can expect to have the report by the end of the day. All inspection reports will be delivered by email with 24 hours. A link to the inspection report will be included in the email which can be accessed at any time, and you will also have the option to download a PDF version. Following the delivery of the Inspection Report, I’ll have a zoom call to completely review the report and answer any questions you may have.

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You should attend the inspection, and you should reconsider hiring an inspector who doesn't allow this. You can learn a lot by following an inspector through the home. You will certainly gain a better understanding of the home's condition, which will give you insight into its potential sale points and defects. Additionally, you will likely learn information about the home's maintenance, systems, and components that may provide useful for the transaction.

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You should attend the inspection, and you should reconsider hiring an inspector who doesn't allow this. You can learn a lot by following an inspector through the home. You will certainly gain a better understanding of the home's condition, which will give you insight into its potential sale points and defects. Additionally, you will likely learn information about the home's maintenance, systems, and components that may provide useful for the transaction.

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