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

Answer: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: It's always best practice that if there is a repair to be made you should consider the inspectors recommendation and to get an estimate from a licensed professional for that particular repair.

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: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: Estimates for repairs are not included in a standard inspection. Most Inspectors will not be able to estimate actual repair costs.

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: This is actually prohibited by the Massachusetts Standards of Practice.

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: It is not the responsibility of the home inspector to estimate the cost of repairs. You should contact a building professional/contractor to get estimates for any repairs identified as necessary by the home inspector.

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: Please get at least two estimates from qualified contractors able to do the work.

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 their job.

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: Never
Explanation: it is not common for a inspector to estimate repairs and he should stick to fact finding only this could and most likely cross several unethical boundaries. example if i do a home inspection i will not make any repairs to that house for nothing short of 2 years.

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

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

Answer: Never
Explanation: That could 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: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: I try not to open myself up to that liability

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: Never
Explanation: A home inspection does not estate costs of repair.

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: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: It is not the job of a home inspector to identify cost for repairs. That is the job of an specialist. Because of the experience of the home inspector he might be able to suggest a range on the cost of minor re[airs.

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: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: Most inspectors have a background in the trades. They will be able to give ball park figures if requested. Never buy repairs from your inspector.

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: Never
Explanation: Estimating the cost of repairs or Contracting do the repairs a conflict of interest.

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: A home inspector is not a contractor and at best can only give a ballpark figure for repairs.

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: Never
Explanation: This is not pat of a typical inspection.

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: Never
Explanation: Within the Inspection Report the inspection will recommend the client get an license repairmen only.

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: Home inspectors are not permitted by their Standards of Practice to give estimates on repairs.

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: It is entirely up to a home inspector whether they want to provide cost estimates. It is a conflict of interest for an inspector to also repair the findings. He is motivated to find things to simply pad their pocket.

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: Most of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: Most home inspectors should have a background in residential or commercial construction, the can give a ball park figure on cost to make repairs. I always do, but in a separate listing that is not included on the report

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: Most of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: Such knowledge is certainly useful to a potential home buyer, but the added liability involved in providing such an estimate causes many inspectors to avoid them. “I provide estimates for my clients,but only when asked to do it. I make it clear that they are ‘ballpark’ estimates and urge clients to obtain more accurate and reliable estimates from appropriate contractors. Many inspectors are concerned about being able to provide an accurate estimate – both for ethical and business reasons. For example, if a home inspector estimates the cost of a new roof to be $3,000, when it turns out to cost $6,000, the client may not be too happy. On the other hand, if the estimate is too high, the buyer may be scared away from the sale. For these reasons, many inspectors find it safer to not include a cost estimate at all unless asked for.

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: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: yes but this situation can vary due to many variables

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: Never
Explanation: That is not part of a home inspectors job and falls outside the scope.

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: Most of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: Yes, with a construction estimation background or experience, a ball park figure can be conveyed if client asks.

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: JC & E Home Inspection does not provide repair estimates as part of a home inspection. However, other inspectors may choose to give their clients repair estimates.

Answer: Most of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: Your inspector should be able to estimate (a ballpark figure) for repairs needed.

Answer: Some of the time (a ballpark figure)
Explanation: ball park repair costs depending on Home Inspectors own experience.

Answer: Never
Explanation: The home inspector is not a licensed contractor.

Answer: Never
Explanation: He is there to note the issues, not estimate the costs.

Answer: Never
Explanation: Inspectors can not speak to costs per state law