Cost of Home Inspection Services
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The cost of a home inspection will be in the range of $325 for a 2,000sf house. The price will go higher or lower based on the size of your house and your geographic location.
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Home Inspection Services Topics
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Did you know that multiple layers of roofing material may be hiding defects?
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Electrical issues are very commonly found by home inspectors and can lead to an electrical shock or a house fire.
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Infrared (IR) Thermography is used to help find air infiltration into buildings as well as overheated electrical components, hidden roof and plumbing leaks, leaky ductwork, and much more.
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A buyer is going to make a home inspection a contract contingency, so you may as well know what they are going to find by getting one first.
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Aluminum wiring is permitted with the appropriate installation methods and materials.
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What is and isn't part of a home inspection
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One of the key components of an effective home energy audit is infrared thermography.
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Learn why you should get a home inspection and appraisal when selling your home.
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Home Inspection Services
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As the winter season approaches and energy costs increase, people may be wondering, "What is the greatest source of heat-energy loss in a typical home?" and "How can I save on heating bills?" The answer is quite simple, "Air infiltration is the greatest source of heat-energy loss and a few simple solutions can help dramatically." As a licensed home inspectors, we have been trained to detect problem situations that may be noted on a report and remedied by home sellers and potential home buyers. The greatest source of home energy loss may surprise you.
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Most people don't know that smoke detectors need to be replaced every 10 years. Why risk your family's safety for a $10 device?
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Safety issues and home inspections. There are many systems and pieces of equipment in a home that can cause injury or even death if not respected and maintained.
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Buying a home? It's probably the most expensive purchase you'll ever make. This is no time to shop for a cheap inspection. The cost of a home inspection is very small relative to the value of the home being inspected. The additional cost of hiring an InterNACHI-Certified Professional Inspector® is almost insignificant.
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Currently, home sales are at a historic low - so what do you need to do to buck that trend? Home inspections may but buyers at ease. Updated decor and proper staging certainly help present your home well, but don't think that cosmetic fixes are all you need. Buyers want to know the home they're considering is safe and sound, and the best way to establish that is to hire a home inspector.
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Home Inspection Services Materials, Equipment & Techniques
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When purchasing a home, ask the seller for all available maintenance records and visit the local building department to view property file.
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Home Inspection Services Terms and Definitions
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A home inspection is a thorough visual inspection of a property. Most home buyers will require a home inspection before finalizing the purchase of a home.
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Home Inspection Services - Questions & Answers
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Get answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about home inspections.
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Top answer: It varies by jurisdiction
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Top answer: No
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Top answer: Yes
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Top answer: No, but it can be done for additional charge
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Top answer: Never
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Top answer: Yes, highly recommended
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Top answer: No
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Top answer: Fixed fee based on square footage or size of property
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Top answer: Fixed fee for a specific scope of work
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Top answer: 2 to 3 hours
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Top answer: No, an inspector can only identify problems that are visible (not hidden issues)
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Top answer: In some cases
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Top answer: No
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Top answer: Yes
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Top answer: Yes
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Top answer: Never
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Top answer: No, typically specific parts of the house are identified as deficient
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Top answer: Never
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Top answer: No, it is typically an additional charge
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Top answer: No
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Top answer: Less than 24 hours
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Top answer: Yes
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Top answer: No, home inspection does not come with a warranty
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Top answer: The roof is inspected from the roof
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Top answer: Yes
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Top answer: Yes, the home buyer should be present
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Top answer: Once the offer is accepted (include an inspection contingency)
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Top answer: Home buyer
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Top answer: Never
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Pool Inspection - Questions & Answers
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Top answer: No
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Associations and Designations for Home Inspection Services
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Learn more about InterNACHI. The International Association of Certified Home Inspectors is large non-profit organization of inspectors.
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The American Society of Home Inspectors (or ASHI) is a professional association of home inspectors.
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The National Association of Home Inspectors is a professional association of home inspection professionals.
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Home Warranties Topics
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Top answer: In some cases
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Top answer: In some cases
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Top answer: In some cases
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Top answer: In some cases
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Top answer: In some cases
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Top answer: In some cases
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Top answer: No, never
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Top answer: In some cases
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Top answer: In some cases
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Top answer: In some cases
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Top answer: Not sure
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Top answer: In some cases
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Top answer: In some cases
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Top answer: No
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Top answer: Never
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Top answer: In some cases
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Top answer: Not sure
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Top answer: $50-100
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Top answer: In some cases
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Pool Inspection Topics
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Top answer: 1-2 hours
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Top answer: Not sure/never heard of NSPF
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Top answer: No, never
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Top answer: No, never
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Top answer: Less than 24 hours
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Top answer: Always
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Top answer: Yes, always
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Top answer: Yes, always
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Top answer: Yes, always
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Related Questions & Answers
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Top answer: No, it is a conflict of interest
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Top answer: In some cases
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Top answer: Once a month
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Top answer: Yes
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Top answer: Some of the time
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Top answer: No
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Top answer: Never
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Top answer: In some cases
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Top answer: In some cases
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Top answer: No, never
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Top answer: In some cases
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Top answer: False
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Top answer: Yes
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Top answer: Never
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Top answer: Never
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Top answer: Yes
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Top answer: No
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Top answer: No
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Top answer: As-needed basis
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Top answer: In some cases
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Top answer: Yes
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