Introduction
Purchasing a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll ever make. That’s why having a professional home inspector examine the property first is so important. A home inspection conducted by a qualified, experienced home inspector can potentially save you thousands of dollars down the road by identifying issues that need to be addressed before you finalize the sale.
As a Jacksonville area homeowner, you need someone who will be your advocate throughout the home buying process. An inspector who works for you – not the real estate agent or seller. Someone who will take the time to thoroughly inspect your potential new home from top to bottom. An inspector who can explain their findings in a way you understand and provide guidance on which issues require immediate attention versus those that can wait.
That’s what we provide as your local Jacksonville home inspection company. Our licensed home inspectors have years of experience evaluating properties in Jacksonville and the surrounding communities. We take pride in being your property advocate, taking the time to carefully examine the home’s exterior, roof, structure, electrical systems, plumbing, HVAC, and more. Our detailed home inspection reports, combined with a verbal debriefing, give you the knowledge you need to make an informed decision about the home.
Top 5 Benefits of Having a Professional Home Inspection
- Identify hidden defects. As experienced home inspectors in Jacksonville FL, we know where and how to check for problems that may not be obvious to an untrained eye. These hidden issues can be dealbreakers from a financial perspective. During the inspection, we will probe, test, and thoroughly assess all areas of the home.
- Understand the true condition of the property. The seller’s disclosures give you a general overview, but our inspection provides an unbiased, in-depth assessment. We evaluate everything from the foundation to the rooftop and document the condition of the home’s major systems and components. This gives you a clearer picture of repairs needed and the home’s overall quality.
- Make an informed negotiation. Armed with the home inspection report, you can go back to the seller with reasonable requests for repairs prior to closing. This puts you in a better bargaining position to negotiate credits or a lower sale price if significant issues are found.
- Avoid surprises after closing. Without an inspection, you won’t know about existing defects until after you own the home. Then you’re faced with potentially costly repairs. A pre-purchase inspection reduces unwanted surprises down the road.
- Have documentation if issues arise. Our home inspection reports thoroughly document the home’s condition at the time of sale. This provides you with evidence if problems covered in the inspection crop up later.
What We Inspect from Top to Bottom
Our home inspections cover all of the major systems, components, and structure of the home. We examine:
- Foundation – Check for cracks, moisture issues, settlement
- Framing – Identify any structural deficiencies
- Roof – Evaluate age, condition, look for leaks, ventilation issues
- Attic – Insulation levels, ventilation, signs of moisture or pests
- Exterior – Siding, trim, paint, drainage, decks, porches
- Plumbing – Pipes, fixtures, water pressure, functionality, leaks
- Electrical – Panel, wiring, outlets, switches, grounding, amps
- HVAC – Age, capacity, ducts, vents, controls, air flow
- Appliances – Check basic functions, wear, age of water heater, etc
- Interior – Walls, ceilings, windows, doors, floors, stairs
- Ventilation/insulation – Attics, crawl spaces
- Fireplaces/chimneys – Condition, functionality, proper installation
- Garage – Condition of door, windows, walls, systems
- Pests – Signs of termites, carpenter ants, rodents, etc.
- Septic system – Drainage, tank, pump (if present), signs of failure
- Well system – Check water pressure, piping, tank, drainage (if present)
This thorough inspection process checks over 250 specific items. We document our findings and highlight which issues require immediate repair versus areas of concern for the future. All inspection results are summarized in an easy-to-understand report.
What You Can Expect as Our Client
As your Jacksonville area home inspection company, every detail of our service is designed to provide exceptional value and give you peace of mind. Here is what you can expect when you choose us:
- The owner of the company will be your home inspector, not an employee you’ve never met. This ensures the highest level of expertise.
- We conduct a same day verbal debriefing of major findings while at the home so you fully understand the results.
- Our comprehensive home inspection reports deliver detailed information you need to make an informed decision.
- We remain available after the inspection to answer any additional questions about the home’s condition.
- Our pricing is straightforward – no hidden fees. We provide upfront pricing information on our website and by phone.
- Our inspectors maintain licensing, insurance, and continued training – your assurance of our expertise.
We also offer sewer scope inspections, mold testing, and whole house termite inspections to give home buyers complete property analysis.
As experienced Jacksonville home inspectors, we are your advocate for making the best possible decision about your new home purchase. Our detailed, unbiased inspections identify issues that could cost you thousands down the road. Don’t skip this important step. We make the process easy and provide peace of mind through our expertise. Contact us today to schedule your Jacksonville area home inspection!
