General Home Inspection Questions

Q: What will the inspection cover?
A: A thorough Inspection by Wenner Home Inspection covers everything from roof to the foundation.

Q: How long will the Inspection take?
A: Most Inspections take about three to four hours. This may vary depending on the size, age & condition of the home. I try to learn as much as I can about the home prior to the inspection and usually have a good feel for the time it will take. That way we can avoid schedule conflicts or having to hurry to wrap-up. However, I do not schedule inspections back-to-back in the event something causes your inspection to be longer than estimated.

Q: Should I be present during the Inspection?
A: You're certainly welcomed and encouraged to be present. I prefer to have the first 2 1/2 hours uninterrupted to ensure that I complete a comprehensive inspection. I believe it is helpful to review findings with you present so I typically spend the final hour and a half physically pointing out areas of interest within the home. You do not have to be present during the inspection and I will make myself available for a consultation to review findings if that is preferable.

Q: Why hire Wenner Home Inspection for this service?
A: The purchase of a new home is one of the single largest investments that a family or individual will make. It is also important to know what you, as the primary investor, are getting for your money. A home inspection is an excellent tool to help determine not only the condition of the home, but to also help foresee any immediate unnecessary additional cost that may go unnoticed without the help of a home inspection. Home inspections are not a prediction of future performance, but can pinpoint existing problem areas.

Q: Why shouldn't I have someone in my family who is very handy or a contractor, inspect my new home?
A: This is the biggest mistake many potential new homeowners make when purchasing a home. Although the person you are considering may be very skilled, they are not trained or experienced at professional home inspections. A professional home inspection is a unique process that takes proper training and equipment to perform. Many contractors, and other trades professionals hire a professional home inspector to inspect their homes when they make a purchase.

Q: What if the inspection report reveals defects?

A: That is a good thing because there is no perfect house! You should not be satisfied with an inspection that results in zero findings. What the inspection report allows you to do is better understand the home’s true condition and allow you to assess the impact of those findings prior to closing. With a professionally prepared inspection report, you can communicate your concerns to the seller before it is too late. Often times sellers are truly unaware of defects within their home and by bringing them forward in the proper manner, you may cause the seller to consider re-negotiating purchase terms. Especially if the finding creates an unsafe environment or will lead to significant repair costs.

Q: If the house proves to be in good condition, did I really need an inspection?
A: Definitely. Now you can complete your home purchase with confidence. You’ll have learned many things about your new home from the inspector’s written report, and will have that information for future reference.

Q: What if I have questions after the inspection?
A: You can call me to discuss all the aspects of your new home whenever you like. My service is a long-term investment.

Q: When is payment required?
A: Your inspection payment is collected on site. Personal checks should be made out to Wenner Home Inspection.