We always recommend getting a home inspection after building or buying a brand new home. However, we often have clients who wonder if they should schedule an inspection after a remodel, renovation, or addition. The answer to that question largely depends on the following factors: The age of your home or the length of time […]
Category: Home Inspection
How do I Find the Best Home Inspector Near Me?
If you’re investing in a home inspection, you must find an inspector that is licensed, experienced, and has a solid professional reputation in your area. In addition, you need results that are as detailed and accurate as possible, which means the quality of the inspection matters. While using a search engine to look for a “home […]
What’s the Difference Between a Whole Home Inspection and a 4 Point Inspection?
Do you need to schedule a home inspection? If so, it’s important to understand which inspections are best suited to the scenario. The most common home inspections are “4-point” and “Whole” or “Full,” and the one you should select depends on the reason for the inspection as well as the ultimate goal of the inspection. 4-Point or […]
Why Partnering With a Trustworthy Home Inspector is Crucial for Real Estate Agents
Volusia County home inspectors are wise to pair up with a reputable and trustworthy home inspection company. Together, we can provide inspection reports in 24-hours or less to support informed decision-making and negotiations on behalf of your clients. A 4-Point Home Inspection Optimizes Negotiations The more your clients know about the structural integrity of a prospective […]
What You Need to Know About Florida Senate Bill 76, Home Inspections, and Insurance
The passing of Florida’s SB 76 has made home professional inspections more important than ever. In our neck of the woods, increasing storm and hurricane damage is the leading contributor of major homeowner’s insurance claims, while our west coast counterparts have homes going up in flames. Insurance companies have taken a huge hit due to increasing natural […]
Here’s Why You Need A Home Inspection, Even If You Waived It During Purchase
Home inspections highlight any major or systemic issues that risk the safety and structural integrity of the new house. Once those issues are corrected, odds are you’ll recoup any monies spent via reduced repair/replacement costs, reductions in homeowners insurance premiums, and improved whole-home energy efficiency. Home Inspections Identify Issues Needing Immediate Attention There are several different home […]
3 Things To Look Out For When Buying A New Construction Home
Buying a new construction home is a smart investment. Moving into a brand new home provides assurance that all features and finishes are brand new, there’s no cumbersome history of wear-and-tear or a lack of maintenance, and that the home purchase includes fresh warranties. The hope is that nothing major will turn up in that first year, but […]
3 Reasons to Schedule a Home Inspection Or Risk Losing Your Insurance
Hurricane season 2021/2022 has just begun, and NOAA predicts 2021 will be an “above-normal” Atlantic hurricane season. These pre- and in-between storm weeks are an ideal time to get an older roof inspected so you can make informed decisions regarding roof updates and protect your insurance policy. Did you know your homeowner’s insurance carrier has the […]
Buying a New Construction Home? Schedule a Home Inspection for Peace of Mind
Buying a new home is always exciting, and buyers feel especially confident when purchasing a brand new home. Nothing can go wrong in a home that was just completed and has all new materials, features, systems, and finishes, right? Wrong. Even new construction homes can have issues that crop up in the days, weeks, months, and […]
24-Hour Home Inspection Turnaround = Optimized Negotiations
The real estate market is on fire right now and home sellers with desirable properties have the luxury of short offer windows before the “Sold” sign is solidly in place. As a real estate agent, you owe it to your clients to pair up with a licensed, experienced home inspection company that is accurate, provides […]