How Much Should A Home Inspection Cost
In a home inspection, one size does not fit all. The size and age of homes varies. Some homes / condos can be inspected in 2 to 3 hours. Older, larger homes can take 4 or more hours. Some inspection reports might take an hour or two to complete, while others might take 4 hours or more. Some so called "informational" web sites state that home inspection fees run from $175 to $300, however, these "low" fees are usually based on an inspector doing 2 or 3 inspections per day. If a thorough inspection and report takes around 5 to 6 hours, how "thorough" is the inspector who does 3 inspections & reports in one day? Remember, home inspectors know the value of their service and charge accordingly.
The Fee:
Let's put home inspection fees in perspective: If you're buying a $400,000 house and the inspection fee is $700, that's less than .2% of the cost of the house! Most real estate agencies charge 3% to 6% to sell a home, that would be $12,000 to $24,000 for a $400,000 house! The cost of a home inspection is a bargain, even if you paid $1500 for the inspection, and most are less than half that!
Aside from the time invested, the value of the inspection and report can be measured by its usefulness. If the inspection turns up little wrong with the house, you've bought some relatively inexpensive peace of mind. If the inspection finds serious problems, your $600 could end up saving you many thousands of dollars.
The Fee:
Let's put home inspection fees in perspective: If you're buying a $400,000 house and the inspection fee is $700, that's less than .2% of the cost of the house! Most real estate agencies charge 3% to 6% to sell a home, that would be $12,000 to $24,000 for a $400,000 house! The cost of a home inspection is a bargain, even if you paid $1500 for the inspection, and most are less than half that!
Aside from the time invested, the value of the inspection and report can be measured by its usefulness. If the inspection turns up little wrong with the house, you've bought some relatively inexpensive peace of mind. If the inspection finds serious problems, your $600 could end up saving you many thousands of dollars.
What Is Inspected:1. Roof
2. Exterior 3. Basement, Foundation, Crawlspace & Structure 4. Heating 5. Cooling 6. Plumbing 7. Electrical 8. Fireplace 9. Attic, Insulation & Ventilation 10. Doors, Windows & Interior And More: |
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Single Family Homes 0 - 1499 sq. ft.: $ 325 1500 - 1999 sq. ft.: $ 350 2000 -2499 sq. ft.: $ 375 2500 -2999 sq. ft.: $ 400 Over 3000 sq. ft. Call for a quote. (877) 363-3210 Manufactured Homes 0 - 1000 sq. ft.: $ 250 1000 - 1500 sq. ft.: $ 325 1500 - 2000 sq. ft.: $ 375 Add $90 for Crawlspace Inspections |
Town Homes
0 - 1499 sq. ft.: $325 1500 - 2000 sq. ft.: $350 Duplex Homes 0 - 1500 sq. ft./side: $325 Over 1500 sq. ft./side: Call for a quote. (877) 363-3210 Condos 0 - 1500 sq. ft.: $275 1500 - 2000 sq. ft.: $325 |
Wind Mitigation
$150 4 Point Inspection $175 Pool Inspection $75 Detached Garages or Outbuildings $75 |
The prices shown here are minimum base prices. Prices maybe higher due to the age of the property, the size of the property, and the distance traveled to the property.
