At Best Home Inspections, we provide professional and high-quality services to help you whether you are buying, selling, or maintaining your home. As soon as you contact us, our certified home inspectors will offer their expertise to guide you through the process. We strictly adhere to the Standards of Practice for home inspectors established by Best Inspection Association, the leading home inspection association.
After we walk through your home together, we will discuss the condition of the home and its systems with you and your agent, providing you with as much information as you desire. We will discuss any major issues that need attention soon and highlight any deferred maintenance items to keep an eye on. Our easy-to-read Spectora report, delivered in HTML and/or PDF format, will detail all of these findings and include images for reference.
5 Ways a Home Inspection Can Benefit You
Negotiations Leveraged
Buyers can use the inspection report to negotiate a better price or ask for repairs, while sellers can choose to address issues before listing to justify their asking price.
Ensures Your Safety
A home inspection evaluates critical safety concerns such as electrical hazards, carbon monoxide risks, mold, and structural integrity.
Prepares You For the Future
We can point out components near the end of their lifespan (such as HVAC systems or water heaters) so you can budget accordingly.
Garners Trust
Sellers who conduct pre-listing inspections can show transparency and build buyer trust, potentially leading to quicker offers and smoother negotiations.
Grants Peace of Mind
Knowing the condition of the home helps you feel confident in your purchase or sale and reduces surprises after the transaction.
About Your Report
Visual
High-quality images in HTML and PDF formats so you can quickly see what’s important.
Easy to Review
We review the report and details with you and your agent after the inspection.
24-Hour Delivery
Our full, visual report is delivered within 24 hours of your inspection.
Email Delivery
We will send you an email with a link to the report.
Mobile-Friendly Reports
Our modern reports can be viewed on your phone or tablet.
Repair Request Tool
Our reports feature a Repair Request Document generator for our agent partners.
What's Included in a Home Inspection?
Roof
Roof coverings, gutters, downspouts, vents, flashing, skylights, chimney, roof penetrations and the general structure of the roof.
Attic, Insulation, Ventilation
Insulation and ventilation of unfinished spaces, including attics, crawl spaces, foundation areas and exhaust systems.
Exterior
Siding, windows, exterior doors, flashing & trim, walkways, driveways, stairs, patios & decks, and drainage.
Basement, Foundation, Crawlspace, Structure
Foundation movement, cracks, structural concerns, and indication of water penetration.
Cooling
Cooling system, location of thermostat, energy source and cooling method.
Heating
Heating system, location of thermostat, energy source and heating method.
Fireplace
Visible portions of the fireplace & chimneys, lintels, damper doors, and cleanout doors & frames.
Plumbing
Main water & fuel supply shut-off valves, water heater, interior water supply, toilets, sinks, tubs, showers, drain, waste and vent systems.
Electrical
Service drop, overhead service conductors, service head & mast, main service disconnect, panelboards, grounding, switches, light fixtures, receptacles deemed to be AFCI & GFCI, and the presence of smoke alarms & carbon monoxide detectors.
Appliances
Dishwasher, disposal, range, oven, microwave, refrigerator, exhaust, bathroom heater, garage door, doorbell, and dryer vent
Pool
Circulation, heating, filtering, electrical, water chemistry, and possible safety issues.
Doors, Windows, Interior
Representative number of doors & windows, floors, walls, ceilings, stairs, railings, garage door and openers.
