Frequently Asked questions

Are Home Inspections Required?

Although home inspections are an additional cost and are typically voluntary, do you really need one? Experts strongly recommend that you get one. Picture this: you move into your new home and find that the air conditioning system struggles to cool the space, the electrical wiring has some substandard components, or the chimney requires immediate repair. These are the sorts of things that a thorough home inspection can disclose before it is too late.

What if the Inspection Reveals Issues?

Ideally, your purchase offer should include a clause that expressly establishes your right to a home inspection. In most standard real estate contracts, the clause may allow you to withdraw from the transaction if the inspection shows more problems than you're willing to deal with. If the clause isn't already included, it must be added as a contingency to protect your interests.

If it is a brand new house, do I still need a home inspection?

Absolutely! Even with a brand-new house, a home inspection is highly recommended. Just because a home is newly built doesn’t guarantee it’s flawless. Construction errors, overlooked details, or issues with plumbing, electrical work, or structural elements can still arise. A professional home inspection ensures that any hidden problems are caught early, giving you peace of mind before you move in.

Why would you require a sewer scope inspection?

You can never know the condition of your pipes until there is a major backup event. Hopefully, it's a simple clog that is easily fixed. But some of the signs, like large trees in the yard, older waste piping, settled ground, or extremely green spots of grass, can be signs of underlying issues.

Sewer pipe repairs can be among the most expensive repairs a homeowner will have to make, with some even reaching five figures. By comparison to the thousands of dollars that it would cost, a sewer scope inspection is a small price to pay for peace of mind and safety.