Frequently Asked Questions

No. The purpose of a home inspection is to provide the buyer insight into the condition of the home, and its major systems. Typically older homes have more issues as they have had more owners, some of which have performed renovations and updates that may not be up to modern building standards.

No. A home inspector is not allowed to perform repairs on items he/she has mentioned in the inspection report as this is a conflict of interest. We recommended the use of only licensed professionals in performing repairs for deficiencies cited during the home inspection. 

No. Home inspectors are independent contractors whose duty and allegiance is to the home buyer and no one else. The report is only issued to the purchaser, and we generally recommended you consult your attorney before sending your report to anyone else involved in the transaction. 

No. As a purchaser, you have the right to hire any licensed and insured home inspector as long as they are up to date with their license in that particular state. Licensing also varies from state to state, and ones' state licensed is not necessarily valid in another state. Some states still do not have licensing requirements.

Yes, in general, however the lender is the entity that requires the buyer to have a termite and wood destroying insect inspection performed. The lender typically does not require you to send them your home inspection report, and we recommend you not send them the report without consulting your attorney.