FAQ
How long does the home inspection take?
Our home inspection process takes 3 hours. We will inspect the home for the first 2 hours and meet with the client / agent for the 3rd hour to go over the findings of our inspection. These times may vary given the current condition and size of the home, the accessibility of mechanical systems, etc.
What do you look at?
We will inspect the 9 major systems of the house: roof, exterior, structure, electrical, heating, cooling, plumbing, insulation & ventilation, and interior. Our goal is to provide our clients with a comprehensive inspection of their investment - establishing the safety and habitability of their home.
How much does an inspection cost?
Our full home inspection pricing is based on the square footage of the home. For a detailed list of our home inspection and ancillary services pricing, click the “Book Us” button.
What is included in the cost?
Included in the full home inspection cost (based on square footage) is a comprehensive inspection of the 9 major systems of a home (roof, exterior, structure, electrical, heating, cooling, insulation & ventilation, plumbing, interior) and a detailed home inspection report with descriptions, limitations and recommendations - documented with pictures.
Am I able to attend the inspection?
Because of the detail and focus a home inspection requires, we encourage the client to attend the walkthrough (the 3rd hour of the inspection).
Do I have to attend the walkthrough?
The client does not have to attend the walkthrough. We will email a detailed report within 24 hours of the inspection - often the same day. As well, our inspectors are available by phone at any time.
Can I ask questions?
Absolutely! We encourage the client to bring any questions they may have to the walkthrough. Buying a home is a major investment, and it is important to know and understand the systems of the home. We are here to help!
When do I receive the report?
The detailed report - including descriptions, limitation, recommendations - documented with pictures - will be emailed to you within 24 hours of the inspection - and often the same day.
If the house has major problems, will you tell us not to buy the house?
Our job is to report on the visible conditions of the home, indicating safety & habitability issues, potential repairs and expenses. Ultimately, it is the decision of the client to buy or not buy the home. The home inspection is one piece of the home buying process, but it is important to consider all factors when choosing a home (location, costs, style, lot size, etc.)
Do you offer a warranty on the home inspection?
A home inspection is a professional opinion based on less-than-complete information in a 2 hour time frame. It is comparable to a check-up from your doctor. It improves your odds of good health but there is no guarantee or warranty.
Some problems may only be discovered by living in the home and not during the home inspection. For example, shower stalls may leak when the shower is used over a period of time, but do not leak when simply turning on the shower - roofs and basements may leak when specific weather conditions exist - problems may be discovered when carpets are lifted, furniture is moved or finishes are removed. As such, we do not offer a warranty on the home inspection.
We recommend a home warranty company.
Do you need a license to perform home inspections in Ohio?
As of July 1, 2020 - all Ohio home inspectors must be licensed by the State of Ohio.