 Home Inspection Services in Kearney & Surrounding Areas
A
professional home inspection is a great tool to help with all phases of home
ownership. An objective thorough evaluation provides valuable information
that will help you buy and sell with confidence and make the most of your home
investment.
The Home Inspection Process
Customer Request
We work with the customers, and realtors as appropriate, to determine the day and time of the
inspection. We also discuss what is typically included as part of a home inspection, discuss the scope of inspection for the specific property, and ask if customers have special concerns or areas requested to be inspected more closely. As part of our commitment to customer service, we invite customers to:
- meet at the home at the end of the inspection to review the report summary while looking at the items
discussed
- review the report in detail and call with any questions
- or be present for the inspection.
BASE PRICING* for Single Family Residential Home Inspections
- Up to 2000 total square feet $385
- 2001 to 2800 total square feet $420
- 2801 to 3600 total square feet $455
- Customer Review Meeting $40
- Reinspections $0 - $80 depending on scope, travel, and timeline
*Base Pricing includes inspection of the primary garage. Each inspection is different and the above pricing may be adjusted depending on the specific property or scope of work to be performed. Additional charges might be applied for additional garage(s) with their own heating/cooling and plumbing systems, inspections outside of the typically served area, etc. Please call to discuss pricing for larger properties, multiple family units, or other scenarios and services.
Pre-Inspection Agreement
A Pre-Inspection Agreement is required to
be signed by the customer prior to performing the home inspection. This provides customers with important
information about what is, and is not, included in the inspection and acts as the
contract of work to be performed.
Additionally, it is required by many state licensing boards and
insurance companies. This helps to
protect both customers and inspectors, which in turn helps keep inspection
costs low.
Click here to view Pre-Inspection Agreement
Click here to view Pre-Inspection Agreement (Spanish)
Click here to view Radon Measurement Agreement Buyer
Click here to view Radon Measurement Agreement Buyer (Spanish)
Click here to view Wood Destroying Insects Inspection Agreement
Click here to view Wood Destroying Insects Inspection Agreement (Spanish)
Home Inspection
We
conduct comprehensive inspections that include visual evaluation of the major
components of a home. This includes opening and closing doors and
windows, inspecting roofing materials, and operating air-conditioning and
heating systems as conditions permit. The
Inspector will also fill the sinks and tub(s), run the shower(s), and flush the
toilets. While doing so, the Inspector creates a detailed, understandable
report indicating the observed conditions of the following items:
- Roof, Chimney, Flashing, Valleys
- Gutters, Downspouts, Drainage
- Driveways, Garages, Landscaping
- Patios, Decks, Porches, Stairs
- Siding, Trim, Windows
- Plumbing and Electrical Systems
- Heating and Air Conditioning Systems
- Walls, Ceilings, Floors, Doors
- Structural Components
- And Many More
Report Presentation
Finally, we present the findings and a copy of the Home Inspection Report highlighting easy-to-read details on:
- The condition
of every major component from the roof to the basement
- Major and
minor deficiencies
- Any major
expenditures necessary
- What to watch
out for
- Helpful home
preservation tips
- Safety concerns
- And much more
We will review the
detailed report with you to make sure you understand everything included and
answer any remaining questions. Our commitment
to high quality personal service does not end with the report! Customers are encouraged to call with any
follow-up questions!
Click here to view a Sample Inspection Report
Home
Inspection Benefits for Buyers, Sellers, and Owners
Buyer Benefits
Buyers want to
know that a home is safe as well as structurally and mechanically sound.
They want to know that everything is working correctly and if there are signs
of potential failure. Our inspection and explanations will help identify
these items, avoid surprises, and plan for upcoming maintenance costs.
Thus, a home inspection provides a solid foundation of knowledge to use
when making a buying decision.
Seller Benefits
Sellers need to
make full disclosure, as part of the real estate transfer process, of any and
all deficiencies. Knowing what, if any, repairs to make can help you
prepare and market your home most effectively. This will help avoid
surprises and make negotiations go more smoothly. Thus, a pre-sale
professional home inspection can help you sell your home faster at the highest
possible price.
Owner Benefits
Owners want to
improve the enjoyment and value of their home while protecting their
investment. An inspection can help identify opportunities such as window
draft reduction or improved insulation to help make the home more comfortable
and economical. A routine home inspection, such as every two years, can
also help find simple maintenance actions to be taken now to help prevent large
expenses in the future. The pricing for this Review Inspection is typically $100 for 2 years of service.
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