Pre-Purchase Home Inspection

What is a Pre-Purchase Inspection

A home inspection prior to purchasing gives you some very important information you should have protect your families future.

Fully understanding the condition of your potential purchase can save you thousands, not to mention hours of your time and frustration of going through costly repairs. Regardless of weather an inspection will uncover a major defect or a need for repairs or maintenance. It makes good sense to have an independent review done on your behalf so that you have the whole picture.


A home inspection is an independent visual evaluation of the physical structure, systems, and components of a home.

The inspector considers:

Overall construction
Structural integrity
Quality of materials used
Life expectancies
Deferred maintenance

Nspectr Services was established to educate buyers, sellers and owners in obtaining the vital information to assess the present conditions of their property. The inspection process is intended to provide the client with a better understanding of the property in order to make an informed buying decision.

A regular home inspection is not a guarantee or warranty of any kind, it is nota code inspection or an appraisal.

Why is a Home Inspections useful?

Buying a home is usually the biggest investment decision of your life. Even the most knowledgeable homeowner can benefit by having an inspection by a professional inspector to assess and itemize the positive aspects as well as problem concerns that may not be obvious. This is the best way to minimize costly surprises and difficulties afterwards, and you will learn the great things about the home, as well as the maintenance that will be needed to keep it in good shape. After the inspection, you will have a much clearer understanding of the property you are about to purchase, and will be able to make a confident buying decision.

Nspectr Services provides you with valuable knowledge and information through our complete reporting system that gives you confidence plus peace of mind.

Our Home Inspection Reporting System

Our inspection reporting system is simple, informative and a complete package - most importantly, it's easy to read and follow for clients.

The inspector's findings will be documented for you, using plain language, in one of the most descriptive written reports available in the industry! The inspector will include helpful maintenance, energy saving and safety tips.


Home inspection reports include

Overall site / visible drainage

Perimeter fencing

Retaining wall systems

Exterior surface components - driveways, walkways, patios etc.

Landscaping

Garages, including mechanical equipment

Exterior wall surfaces and installations, auxiliary components

Exterior windows and doors

Porches and decks

Roof surfaces and auxiliary components

Attic spaces - structure etc.

Interiors - walls, ceilings, floors, stairs, doors

Kitchens, cabinets, sinks, built-in appliances, auxiliary components

Bathrooms - sinks, vanities, tubs/showers, toilets, auxiliary components

Laundry facilities

Fireplaces, chimneys

Foundations, basements, crawlspaces, structural components etc.

Plumbing systems including water heating equipment

Central and auxiliary heating equipment / systems and ventilation

Electrical systems and components


Should you attend the inspection?

We highly recommend our clients attend the inspection to fully benefit from the education that is provided by attending the inspection.

Please write down any concerns or questions you may have about your home and bring them with you to the inspection. Ask questions during the inspection as you follow the inspector around the house. This way, you will learn more about the condition of the home, how the systems work, and how to maintain it. You will also find the written report easier to understand if you've had the verbal report during the inspection.

How long does an inspection take?

The average onsite inspection time is approximately 2 to 3 hours depending on the size, condition and age of the property. Your report will be prepared and emailed to you, usually later that same day. Please inform your Realtor or Seller about the length of time so they may allow sufficient time for us to complete your home inspection.


WHY YOU SHOULD CALL NSPECTR SERVICES

PERSONALIZED SERVICE. Whatever your concerns, feel confident we will work to answer your questions the best we can. We don't profess to know everything, but we likely know where to find the appropriate answers. Be sure to attend with the inspector to see first hand how your new home looks through the eyes of the inspector.

BOOKING ANYTIME. Please feel free to call any day between 8am - 8pm to book an inspection 7 days a week. We will do our best to make your inspection to meet your busy schedule.

STANDARDS OF PRACTICE AND CODE OF ETHICS. We not only meet the minimum industry standards of NACHI, we exceed them.

See the Standards Of Practice.

FREE AFTER SERVICE PHONE, TEXT & EMAIL CONSULTATION . All our clients have the opportunity to call, text or email us as long as they own there home, with questions concerning maintenance, repairs and remodeling during their ownership of the home we inspected.