Will a home inspector be able to estimate the cost of potential repairs?

Answer: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: Home inspectors are discouraged from providing estimates unless they have specific knowledge of such costs. Most do not, and estimates should be left to the appropriate professionals.

Answer: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: We can give you an idea of what repairs will be required and you can look up approximate costs

Answer: Never
Explanation: Home inspectors are not contractors and, therefore, do not provide repair estimates.

Answer: Never
Explanation: Contract labor cost is too broad for an inspector to give any estimates. And this is not the inspectors area of expertise. Leave the inspection to the inspection expert, and repairs to the repair expert.

Answer: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: While it is outside of a home inspector scope to determine cost of repairs you will be guided as to what type of contractor could assess and further offer repair estimates.

Answer: Not sure
Explanation: I will not try to give cost estimates.

Answer: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: We can only provide ballpark numbers as it is a violation to our code of ethics and it is same for that of a realtor.

Answer: Never
Explanation: Home inspectors identify the problem and then recommend what actions should be taken, we do not provide estimates as cost of goods and services are continuously changing.

Answer: Never
Explanation: An inspector can point out deficiencies that may not be proper and suggest a specialist in the area of the issue so that is can be more closely assessed. The inspector can let you know if it is a small or large expense.

Answer: Never
Explanation: We are there only to do the inspection and report on the defects found.

Answer: Never
Explanation: The cost of materials change too much from day to day. It is not the responsibility of the inspector to estimate repairs.

Answer: Never
Explanation: I will not discuss any financial matters in regards to home.

Answer: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: Home Inspectors may give general ballpark figures of what a particular repair may cost if performed by qualified third-party companies.

Answer: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: At best, we only have a rough idea how much something will cost. It is problematic to try to "guess" at how much something will cost.

Answer: Never
Explanation: Some inspectors may try to give you a ballpark figure for repairs but it is usually best to take there report to a contractor and get an estimate from a professional in the area.

Answer: Never
Explanation: Not in Texas

Answer: Never
Explanation: The home inspectors job is point out what is wrong with home not estimate repairs.

Answer: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: Depending on if the inspector has construction/handy man experience.

Answer: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: We will sometimes offer a client a ballpark figure of a repair cost, but caution the buyer that the costs may vary between contractors. We recommend clients get multiple quotes from qualified professionals.

Answer: Most of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: Experience can play a big part in estimating repair costs.

Answer: Never
Explanation: Not a licensed contractor.

Answer: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: Your average home inspector has a wide variety of home repair expertise. If they are unsure most will gladly look it up to give you an estimate.

Answer: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: This varies from one inspector to another because of the legal issues and Experience of the inspector

Answer: Most of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: We offer contracts we have gained through professional interactions in our field of work. And most of the time we will have a ballpark estimate.

Answer: Never
Explanation: That would not be an inspectors job.

Answer: Never
Explanation: Cost of repairs are determined by an independent contractor.

Answer: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: We come from 10 years of prior General Contracting experience. So, this is a value that we bring t our customers. Unfortunately we can not provide any of the repair services as this would be a conflict of interest.

Answer: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: Some inspectors may verbally ballpark some of the repair costs, but most of the time it is recommended to contact a license professional in that specific field to come and give an estimate for repairs.

Answer: Never
Explanation: It really is difficult to tell what the cost of the repairs will be. Varying cost of skilled labor and materials are to difficult to pin point, not to mention what else may be discoverable once you get into the repair.

Answer: Never
Explanation: It is not in the best of intrest for the inspector to give estimates for repairs. They can make a recommendation to have it looked at by a professional licensed contractor in that particular field or trade to give there own assessment and estimate of repairs or replacement of that item in question. For example, if a leaky roof is called out in the inspection the inspector would recommend a licensed contractor be called out for that estimate in repairs.

Answer: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: depends on condition and area involved

Answer: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: Home inspector is not permitted to estimate the cost of repairs and less that home inspector is also trained in the discipline in which the repairs are to be made for example they cannot estimate the cost of plumbing repairs unless they already trained or licensed plumber.

Answer: Most of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: Being careful for all who are involved

Answer: Never
Explanation: Home inspectors are forbidden by law in Pennsylvania to quote prices for repairs or replacement of items, but can provide a list of contractors to do the work as long as the client understands that the inspector is not associated with the contractor is not liable for any discrepancies caused by the contractor.

Answer: Never
Explanation: Most states with licensing do not allow inspectors to provide estimates

Answer: Never
Explanation: It is best to leave the cost of repairs to the professional actually doing the repairs.

Answer: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: For some common issues it is generally accepted to give ballpark figures to clients regarding the cost of a repair. For exact repair quotes it is advised that the client contact a qualified professional in the specific field required for repair.

Answer: Never
Explanation: I do not estimate what it will cost to repair anything. To many variables exist that could effect the estimate. I will give an opinion if it is a major or minor repair cost.

Answer: Most of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: I try to inform my customers of ballpark cost to fix problems

Answer: Never
Explanation: That is a potential conflict of interest and liability concern to estimate price without consulting with qualified contractor.

Answer: Never
Explanation: A home inspector may imply if a repair is costly but should never quote costs of repairs as they are not the contractor making said repairs and shouldn't give the client false hope that something is an easy or inexpensive fix when they might be unsure or actual cost

Answer: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: Some inspectors can "ballpark" some repairs but should be careful in doing so as there are many changing variables. Getting estimates from the pros is highly recommended

Answer: Never
Explanation: It is not a good practice for inspectors to quote pricing for repairs. Repair cost vary from contractor to contractor and to guess is taking on an amount of liability for the inspector and may mislead a buyer.

Answer: Never
Explanation: This would be a conflict of interest, a client should seek out a trusted contractor for repair estimates.

Answer: Never
Explanation: Estimating costs of repairs is against the home inspectors industry of standards.

Answer: Never
Explanation: Part of our code of ethics is that we separate our evaluation of the condition of the home from the estimate for repairs. I am sure you can appreciate how you would feel as the buyer, if I handed you a list of needed repairs and an estimate to complete the work.

Answer: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: Most might give you a verbal - but we are not contractors and in most cases there is more than one way to fix a problem and often there may be good, better and best options.

Answer: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: Sometimes a home inspector might know an estimated figure for a repair because they might have had it done to their house. But most inspectors will not provide this information as they are not in the business of doing repairs.

Answer: Most of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: We are not construction contractor 's. So we are impartial to whom you hire. Some companies will bid low on a job and some will bid higher.

Answer: Never
Explanation: Out job is to defer to a qualified licensed contractor who specializes in that line of product.

Answer: Most of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: Most items can be estimated

Answer: Most of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: LOX Home Inspections, LLC has been associated with construction and repairs for years. Most contractors provide comparable labor/material costs. Buyer must do their homework and make the final choice.

Answer: Never
Explanation: IN Mass they are not allowed, however, I own an Building Co. which will cost estimate for the Inspection co at no cost.

Answer: Never
Explanation: A home inspector will not give estimates on repairs. THta is for the specialized contractors. In the state of PA a Home Inspector isn,t allowed to even offer to repair a defect for 12 months.

Answer: Never
Explanation: It is generally best to contact a qualified,licensed contractor for an estimate on repairs.

Answer: Never
Explanation: Thats not there job but the may have a general idea of what it may cost

Answer: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: Some inspectors will give estimates.

Answer: Never
Explanation: Usually not in the inspectors scope of business

Answer: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: Our large service area makes it difficult to keep up with pricing

Answer: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
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Answer: Most of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: While estimates are not generally part of an inspection, we do include estimates free of charge if requested.

Answer: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: Home inspectors can only see what is visible, therefore any ballpark estimate is flawed from the start, especially when all aspects of a project are behind walls, ceilings, or buried in the ground.

Answer: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: We can guess and approximate some cost.

Answer: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: Although it is recommended in the inspector's courses and training NOT to estimate the cost of repairing or upgrading we have all whitnessed reports where some inspectors to list ballpark costs. We at Connected Inspectors have the experience, we choose to suggest the trades to provide the buyer with actual proposals as there are constant cost of construction changes and a wide variety of contractors and handyman firms.

Answer: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: A home inspector is not trained to offer cost of potential repairs. Contractors all bid jobs differently. It is not advisable to offer even a ballpark cost to repair something. An inspector should only recommend further evaluation by licensed specialist for such information.

Answer: Most of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: Most Inspectors have an extensive background and years of experience in home construction and remodeling. Even if they have not done it themselves they have probably seen it done many times.

Answer: Most of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: I make recommendation for estimates by licensed or professionals in the field and I also give a ballpark estimate of the cost to repair or cure

Answer: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: A home inspector generally is not able to determine these figures unless they are a contractor themselves.

Answer: Most of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: A home inspector will give a close estimate of major issues found. The qualified professional in the respected field will give a closer estimate, which could also depend on many factors some unforeseen.

Answer: Never
Explanation: According to the State of Arizona a home inspector may not offer cost estimate for repairs. They consider it a conflict of interest. We find defect not offer any estimate of repairs.

Answer: Most of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: It is a conflict of interest to give quotes or to suggest contractors, but we can give you a ballpark. Typically anything that will cost near or over $1,000 will be called out as a major defect. If there are many smaller issues that add up to a large figure it is in the interest of the client to let them know that the repairs needed are adding up.

Answer: Never
Explanation: Home inspectors should only advise client on appropriate avenue to solicit quotes but not give estimates

Answer: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: Not always but we can ballpark it for you

Answer: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: I will always recommend further evaluation by a licensed professional that can give the potential buyer an educated quote - which is much better then my ball park figure.

Answer: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: Contractor estimates will vary with experience, type of materials, project size, difficulty, and competition. Estimates provided by those not actually performing the work can be off by 300% or more. During the summer months, most qualified and seasoned contractors are busy and they will bid projects higher than in the winter when the workload is less. Additionally, some "handyman" type repairs may charge for labor near $12 dollars per hour while licensed, qualified, and insured professional contractors may charge upwards of $100 dollars per hour. While we are experts in diagnosing and inspecting for defects of the home, we generally do not provide cost estimates. We always recommend that the most accurate estimate will come from the contractor that will do the work. Most will give free estimates.