Aber Home Inspections is a licensed Raleigh company founded in 1998. The business is a member of the American Society of Home Inspectors. Aber Home Inspections inspects homes by assessing structural components, roofing, plumbing, heating, cooling, insulation, built-in appliances, and crawl spaces. The company follows the North Carolina Code of Ethics when completing its report.
The team at Bob Medlin Home Inspections has more than 20 years of combined experience in the home inspection industry. The family-owned and locally-operated business has served the Raleigh area since 1994 and has performed more than 8000 inspections since then. The business' employees are members of Residential Real Estate Inspectors and the NC Licensed Home Inspector Association.
Boxwood Home Inspections is a local business, providing residential property inspections in the Raleigh area. The company serves buyers, sellers, and other individuals who wish to have their homes checked. Its evaluation covers the roof and attic, gutters and downspouts, insulation and ventilation, basement, crawlspace, foundation, driveway, and sidewalks as well as all systems installed in the house. The company can also conduct a simple four-point inspection that checks visual components of a roof and plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems.
Chosen Home Inspections has served the Raleigh area since 2007. The company inspects all aspects of the home, including fireplaces, interior structures, roofs, attics, floors, exterior components, heating, air conditioning, and plumbing. The business' types of inspections include pre-sale inspections, pre-purchase inspections, home maintenance inspections, and one-year warranty inspections for builders.
The owner of Churchill Inspection & Consulting has more than 10 years of experience in the industrial arts. The company's inspection services include pre-purchase inspections, pre-listing inspections, home warranty inspections, pre-drywall inspections, new construction inspections, and inspections for radon and termites. The owner will also assist with home improvements like decks and patios, appliance installations, storage ideas, and cleaning.
License: 4682
North Carolina Home Inspector License Board
Commander Inspections serves buyers and sellers of residential properties in Raleigh. It provides pre-purchase inspections to identify undisclosed problems in houses that clients intend to purchase. Homeowners may also request for pre-listing assessment so they won't have to go through unnecessary repairs or renovations before putting their properties on sale. Wellness inspections like mold testing are also available. In addition, customers may ask for radon, septic, and pest evaluations. Co-founder Bill Commander is a licensed home inspector and an Inspector Nation member.
License: 4682
North Carolina Home Inspector License Board
Confident Home Inspection is a family-owned and operated business based in Cary. The company is certified by the International Association of Home Inspectors and is certified by the Better Business Bureau with an A rating. On top of house inspections, the business will inspect for radon, pests, and mold. Confident Home Inspections also provides home energy reports to help homeowners use more energy-efficient practices.
Dream Home Consultants is a Cary home inspector company serving the Triangle. The business is certified by the American Society of Home Inspections and is a member of the International Code Council. The owner of the company has been building and inspecting homes for nearly 30 years. The business' services include new construction inspections, warranty inspections, maintenance inspections, swimming pool inspections, and infrared thermography inspections.
EC Does It Home Inspections is a Raleigh business that has served the area since 2013. The company provides re-inspections, annual maintenance inspections, inspections limited to one part of the home, radon inspections, termite inspections, and water analysis. Customers have praised the business for its stellar customer service, professionalism, and timely reports.
The licensed and certified owner of First Step Home Inspections in Cary has two decades of experience in construction and remodeling. The company serves the Triangle area, specializing in pre-sheetrock inspections, final construction inspections, warranty inspections, resale inspections, pre-listing inspections, and maintenance inspections. In 2015, Angie's List awarded First Step Home Inspections the Super Service Award for superior customer service.
Global Home Inspections is a company based in Garner that has availability to perform inspections seven days a week. The business provides inspections in the Wake and Johnston counties. Global Home Inspections is licensed by the North Carolina Home Inspector Licensure Board. Customers have praised the business for its thorough, professional service.
Based in Cary, Home Helpers is a family-owned and operated home inspection company that has served the area since 2003. The business provides buyers home inspections, sellers pre-listing inspections, new home pre-drywall inspections, builders warranty inspections, and home maintenance inspections. The business also tests for radon and inspects for termites in the home.
Home Inspection Raleigh NC Pro serves Raleigh through detailed home inspection reports—helping homebuyers make informed purchase decisions or homeowners who are looking to bring their residential properties up to standards. The inspectors thoroughly check the structural components, including the foundation, structural framing, roof, electrical systems, and plumbing fixtures, of a residential building. Additionally, they conduct an in-depth assessment of heating and air-conditioning systems, insulation and ventilation materials, and built-in kitchen appliances. The company provides clients recommendations if issues, such as safety hazards, were detected.
Home Spectors is a licensed and insured Raleigh home inspection company that serves the Wake, Durham, and Orange counties. The business is certified by the National Association of Certified Home Inspectors. Home Spectors has availability on nights and weekends, and has performed thousands of home inspections following NACHI's Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics. Customers have praised the business for its fast, informative work and courteous inspectors.
Precision Home Inspection in Raleigh has served the Triangle area for more than 15 years. The business is a member of the North Carolina Home Inspectors Association, the American Society of Home Inspectors, and the North Carolina Septic Tank Association. Precision Home Inspection provides pre-purchase inspections, pre-listing inspections, end of warranty inspections, well and septic inspections, water quality testing, and radon testing. The business also inspects for termites.
Quality Residential Inspections has served the Raleigh area since 1987. The licensed company is accredited by the Better Business Bureau with an A+ rating and certified by the American Society of Home Inspections. Customers have praised the business for its detailed, quality reports and thorough inspections.
Raleigh Radon is a Raleigh home inspection company that specializes in radon detection. The locally-owned business uses electronic radon testing and reduces radon levels in the home for homeowners, buyers, realtors, and inspectors. Customers attest to the business' competitive prices, fast service, and courteous employees.
The owner of Right Step Home Inspections has two decades of experience in inspection and construction. The business, based in Cary, is a member of the North Carolina Licensed Home Inspectors Association and has been certified by the National Radon Safety Board. The owner is also a volunteer for Red Cross Disaster Assessment. Right Step Home Inspections serves Alamance, Chatham, Durham, Harnett, Johnston, Lee, Orange, and Wake Counties. The company's types of inspections include new home inspections, pre-sale inspections, foreclosure home inspections, and radon testing.
License: 3990
North Carolina Home Inspector License Board
TriMark Home Inspections serves the Raleigh metro. The company offers home inspection services to clients who want to buy, sell, or build a house. It offers standard, new construction, re-inspection of specific items, and builder warranty documentation as service options. It also conducts pest inspections to remove wood-destroying insects such as powder post beetles, carpenter ants, and furniture termites. In its projects, the company employs various technologies such as carbon monoxide detectors, digital temperature sensors, and gas sniffers.
License: 3990
North Carolina Home Inspector License Board
License: 4768
Wake Forest Home Inspections offers one-time and recurring property evaluation services to clients throughout Raleigh. Its professionals cover both pre-purchase and new construction evaluations that focus on detecting potential safety hazards and structural defects in a property's foundations and fixtures. They also conduct radon gas tests and provide clients with holistic digital reports and maintenance recommendations for their perusal. Throughout the course of more than two decades, the company has handled at least 7,200 property inspections within the local region.
License: 4768
The average home inspection takes two to four hours, or about an hour and a half for condos. Inspection time varies depending on home size, inspector experience, and thoroughness. After the inspection, it can take 24 to 48 hours to receive the inspector's report.
A four-point inspection checks a home's plumbing, roofing, electrical wiring, and HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) to ensure they meet current safety standards. It’s often performed for homes in areas prone to inclement weather events, such as flooding and tornadoes, and older houses. A four-point inspection is sometimes required to get homeowner's insurance.
A home inspection costs between $300 and $1,000, depending on the home's size, property location, and scope of the inspection. Prices vary by inspector, so it's best to get several quotes before committing to one.
It's typically the buyer's responsibility to pay for a home inspection, although the seller may cover the cost sometimes. Sellers can also choose to pay for a pre-listing inspection to uncover problems that might arise during a buyer's inspection. This gives them the chance to make necessary repairs before putting the home on the market.
Your home inspector should check for:
If an inspection reveals severe problems, many lenders won't agree to finance the home purchase until they are fixed. This can include building code violations, structural concerns, mold, water damage, fire hazards, and other issues that can affect the buyer's health and safety.
Home inspections may uncover serious hidden concerns, such as mold in the walls or the need for new electrical wiring, that can cost thousands of dollars to fix. If the seller is unwilling to pay for the repairs, it may be time to consider walking away from the deal. Unpermitted work (work done on the home without a permit) can be a dangerous safety hazard, so this is another reason to back out of the sale.
During a home inspection, the inspector will walk through the home and take notes and pictures for any problems that they find. The inspector's job is to provide an objective opinion of the home's condition so you can make an informed purchasing decision.
A home inspection covers all readily accessible and visible areas of the property, including bedrooms, bathrooms, the kitchen, basement, attic, garage, and porch or patio. Inspectors do not move appliances or other heavy objects to check for problems.
Home inspection reports are the property of the client, so inspectors can only share the report with them. Some sellers may pay for part of the inspection costs, and in this case, they'll receive a copy of the report. Buyers can choose to share a copy of the report with sellers, but they aren't obligated to do so.
There isn't a requirement for any specific person to attend a home inspection aside from the inspector themselves. Many buyers prefer to attend so they can learn more about the property and ask questions about its condition during the walk-through. The buyer's agent and the seller's listing agent sometimes also attend.
A home inspection checks the overall condition of the property, while an appraisal determines the home's financial value. Appraisers determine value by comparing the home with similar recent home sales in the area. Lenders usually require an appraisal for financing.
Home inspections rarely look for asbestos because inspectors can't take apart the walls and ceiling to check. Most home inspectors are not certified in asbestos testing, which involves taking samples of walls. Inspectors can only point out areas where asbestos might be suspected, but professional testing is needed to confirm its presence.
After the inspection, you and your agent will review the findings noted on the inspector's report. At this point, you can choose to move forward with the purchase or ask for repairs to be made. The seller may agree to make the repairs or provide credits for you to pay for repairs yourself. You can also decide to cancel the purchase contract if the inspection findings aren't acceptable and the seller refuses to negotiate repairs.
Home inspectors and appraisers work independently and do not share their findings with each other, so the inspection has no tangible effect on a home's appraisal. Home inspections are done before the appraisal for other reasons, however. If the inspection is poor, you can back out of the sale without paying for an appraisal, which can potentially save you hundreds of dollars.
Attending the inspection gives you the opportunity to hear the inspector's thoughts on a property, which can be valuable when making a purchasing decision. Always ask about the condition of the roof, plumbing, electrical wiring, and other major components, and find out how long the inspector thinks they will last. Ask what the biggest problems are with the home, what the inspector recommends fixing first, and how much it might cost.
Insurance companies inspect homes to determine potential liabilities, which can cause increased premiums or even policy cancellation if problems are too severe. An insurance company inspection might be required if the home is old or hasn't been inspected in many years.
Ideally, buyers should attend the inspection so they can talk with the inspector throughout the process. If you have questions or concerns about the property, bring them up before the inspection begins. During the inspection, it's a good idea to check light switches, appliances, sinks, and toilets to make sure everything is in working order.
If you're getting a mortgage loan from a bank, a home inspection is not required, and it’s unnecessary to provide the bank with a copy of the results. The bank requires an appraisal, however. This determines the value of the home so the bank doesn't give you a loan for more than it's worth.
Mortgage lending companies rarely require a home inspection to give you a loan. Some lenders might request an inspection for specific potential problems, though. These can include termites, septic system issues, and lead-based paint. Federal Housing Administration (FHA) loans expect a basic home assessment that's like an inspection, but not as in-depth.
If repairs need to be made, you can verify the work by ordering a re-inspection. This usually isn't necessary if the repairs were done by a licensed contractor and the correct permits for the work were pulled. If the seller handled the repairs, though, a re-inspection can help ensure that the work was performed correctly.
