A pre-listing inspection provides valuable insights into potential issues that a buyer’s inspector may uncover. By conducting your own inspection beforehand, you gain the flexibility to address key concerns while leaving others as-is. Sharing the inspection report with potential buyers can enhance their confidence, demonstrating your proactive approach and commitment to transparency in the selling process.
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“The pre-listing inspection gave us a huge advantage! We addressed key issues before listing, making our home more marketable and boosting buyer confidence.”
M.L., Residential Client
Here are some common scopes of work that are typically covered in a pre-listing inspection:
Evaluating Grading and Structural Integrity
Assessing Walls, Doors, Trim, Faucets, and Sprinklers
Inspecting Roof Coverings, Flashings, Chimneys, and Drainage Systems
Evaluating Service Panels, Wiring, and GFCI Outlets
Assessing A/C Units, Ductwork, and Air Handlers
Evaluating Heating Units, Distribution, Thermostat, and Air Filters
Assessing Main Lines, Supply Lines, Drains, Vents, and Water Heaters
Assessing Doors, Windows, Walls, Floors, Ceilings, Smoke Detectors, and Laundry Systems
Testing Appliances and Evaluating Plumbing, Counters, and Cabinets
Comprehensive Evaluation of Pool and Equipment (Available for an Additional Fee)
Evaluating Structure, Flooring, and Overall Condition
A Concise Overview of Key Inspection Results
Here are some common scopes of work that are typically covered in a pre-listing inspection:
Evaluating Grading and Structural Integrity
Assessing Walls, Doors, Trim, Faucets, and Sprinklers
Here are some common scopes of work that are typically covered in a pre-listing inspection:
Evaluating Grading and Structural Integrity
Assessing Walls, Doors, Trim, Faucets, and Sprinklers
Inspecting Roof Coverings, Flashings, Chimneys, and Drainage Systems
We usually have next-day availability or at the most, one or two days out. You can click here to view our availability based on the home’s characteristics and services requested.
The primary inspection report and any reports for additional services (excluding environmental testing) will be completed and delivered on the same day as the inspection, typically between 5 PM and 8 PM. Reports will be accessible once the inspection agreement is signed and payment is received.
For environmental tests, such as indoor air quality and radon testing, results take 48-72 hours to process, as they are analyzed by an external laboratory.
In relation to a four-point inspection, most insurance companies will want a “clean” report before they are willing to insure the home. If deficiencies are noted on the four-point report and the seller makes repairs, an inspector will need to return to the home to verify that the repairs have been completed. Then an updated four-point report will be created to send back to your insurance company.
In relation to a full home inspection report, you may choose to have a repair verification inspection to verify the seller had repairs completed professionally on deficiencies noted in the report. However, this is not required.
In either instance, there is a trip charge if the inspector needs to go back to a home to verify repairs have been completed.
