ABI Home Inspection Services

<strong><em>Who hires the home inspector?</em></strong>

Typically the buyer of the home chooses and hires the home inspector.  There are occasions that the seller has a pre-listing inspection done, this is rare.

<strong><em>How much does a home inspection cost?</em></strong>

There are a lot of aspects to consider when talking about the price of a home inspection.  Size, age, and the complexity of the home are all variables. The individual inspector is a factor as well. New inspectors with little experience will usually charge much less than a veteran who has decades of experience and a solid knowledge base.

<strong><em>How long does a home inspection take?</em></strong>

The time spent on your home inspection will vary greatly depending on several factors. Size, age, and condition of the home play the biggest role, but the individual inspector also determines how much time he chooses to spend at the house. Note: I typically spend around 4-5 hours at a house that is 2000 square feet. I find that spending less does not give us enough time to review the home thoroughly. Some inspectors spend an hour in the same house.  Time will vary for every home inspector, depending on the quality of their work and the individual inspector’s experience.

<strong><em>Should I attend my home inspection?</em></strong>

Absolutely!  You should be very suspicious of any home inspector who tells you not to attend YOUR home inspection .  I strongly encourage everyone to attend every second of the inspection.

<em><strong>My Realtor wants to know if you have a SupraKey?</strong></em>

Yes, I do.  SupraKey is the access app that unlocks the key boxes you may have seen at the listing. I take care of all scheduling through Showingtime and can let myself into the home.

<strong><em>What does a home inspection include?</em></strong>

A good home inspection should cover nearly all aspects of the home.  However, there are a few specialty areas, such as swimming pools and septic systems, that you’ll want to have a specialist inspect for you. Those are not typically covered in a general home inspection.

<strong><em>Can a home pass or fail a home inspection?</em></strong>

No.  A home inspection is not about passing or failing.  It’s more about its performance.  A good inspection should expose current defects and age the major components of the home (think HVAC and appliances), so you know what to expect moving forward.

<strong><em>Is the seller present for the home inspection?</em></strong>

Typically the sellers are not home during the inspection.  While there is no rule that says they can not be home, most choose to leave for the inspection.