Top 3 Home Inspectors in Buffalo, NY

Porch Pro Headshot Comfort Zone Home Inspections
" Daniel was Great! very kind and informative answered all the questions i had with a detailed explanation, also gave me tips on future projects i have for the house, I am now recommending PORCH services to my family and friends. "
105 Chauncey St, Buffalo, NY
Porch Pro Headshot Mack Property Inspections
"I was googling for home inspections and also had people recommend some home inspectors and scoot was about the third person I called to inquire about price ,etc. he made me feel comfortable just talking to him over the phone and was very informative and the best part was he is totally down to eart...Read more about Mack Property Inspections
141 Fernald Ave, Buffalo, NY
Porch Pro Headshot 716 Home Inspections
716 Home Inspections is a Home Inspection service that puts our clients first. We serve our clients with complete confidentiality of our findings. The Home Inspection process is a very educating event for our clients as we inspect the many structural and mechanical components of a home. For your pro...Read more about 716 Home Inspections
27 Sunshine Dr, Amherst, NY

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Porch Pro Headshot Buffalo Exterminating
Home Inspectors
3636 N Buffalo St, Orchard Park, NY
(104)
Buffalo Exterminating has been solving pest problems for Western New York homes and businesses since 1954. With more than a half century of experience, you can count on Buffalo Exterminating for all of your commercial and residential pest control and pest management needs.
3636 N Buffalo St, Orchard Park, NY
Buffalo Exterminating has been solving pest problems for Western New York homes and businesses since 1954. With more than a half century of experience, you can count on Buffalo Exterminating for all of your commercial and residential pest control and pest management needs.
Porch Pro Headshot Able Home Inspections
Home Inspectors
6 Madison Ave, Silver Creek, NY
(6)
Protect yourself with a home inspection by a licensed Home Inspector with over 30 years in the Building Trades and trained and certified in all disciplines including: Plumbing, Electrical,  and Carpentry; as well as being Veteran owned and operated by a former U.S. Army Engineer. Call Message or T...Read more about Able Home Inspections
6 Madison Ave, Silver Creek, NY
Protect yourself with a home inspection by a licensed Home Inspector with over 30 years in the Building Trades and trained and certified in all disciplines including: Plumbing, Electrical,  and Carpentry; as well as being Veteran owned and operated by a former U.S. Army Engineer. Call Message or T...Read more about Able Home Inspections
Porch Pro Headshot Fair Claim Restoration
Home Inspectors
121 65th St, Niagara Falls, NY
Staffed by certified professionals, our team is able to handle everything from small single-family homes to large a d complex commercial buildings. We are committed to excellence and always go the extra mile to ensure complete customer satisfaction. We are general contractors and expert roofing and...Read more about Fair Claim Restoration
121 65th St, Niagara Falls, NY
Staffed by certified professionals, our team is able to handle everything from small single-family homes to large a d complex commercial buildings. We are committed to excellence and always go the extra mile to ensure complete customer satisfaction. We are general contractors and expert roofing and...Read more about Fair Claim Restoration
Porch Pro Headshot Guardsman Home Inspections
Home Inspectors
179 Franklin St, Tonawanda, NY
(53)
WNY's premier Veteran owned Home Inspector. Our number one goal is to "Protect your Investment"
179 Franklin St, Tonawanda, NY
WNY's premier Veteran owned Home Inspector. Our number one goal is to "Protect your Investment"
Porch Pro Headshot InFocus Inspection
Home Inspectors
1 Old Schoolhouse Rd, Lancaster, NY
(47)
1 Old Schoolhouse Rd, Lancaster, NY
Porch Pro Headshot RK New York Licensed Home Inspector
Home Inspectors
11511 Dennison Rd, Silver Creek, NY
If Your buying a home and and you want to make sure that it is fit for your family or If your selling your house and you want to have it checked so you will know that your home will stand out and be ready for the new owner, Then give me a call at (716)934-2090 or (716)680-0431 and I will Check out y...Read more about RK New York Licensed Home Inspector
11511 Dennison Rd, Silver Creek, NY
If Your buying a home and and you want to make sure that it is fit for your family or If your selling your house and you want to have it checked so you will know that your home will stand out and be ready for the new owner, Then give me a call at (716)934-2090 or (716)680-0431 and I will Check out y...Read more about RK New York Licensed Home Inspector
Porch Pro Headshot LJB Premium Home Inspections
Home Inspectors
4080 Faber Ln, Clarence, NY
4080 Faber Ln, Clarence, NY

Frequently asked questions about home inspectors

Buying a home is the biggest purchase you’ll make in your lifetime. Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or looking to buy your next place, there are many benefits of hiring a professional home inspector.

Walking through a home, you may notice a few things you want to fix or rooms you want to paint. The home inspector will assess important HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems. Inspectors notice structural or insulation problems that you and your real estate agent probably missed. The inspector outlines all their findings in a report and walks you through the property to explain major issues.

If you decide to go through with the purchase, the home inspection report offers a roadmap for repairs you may need. The inspection report is also great leverage for contract negotiations with the seller. If there’s a major repair on the report, you can ask the seller to cover it or come down on the sale price.

Of course, the main benefit of hiring a home inspector is that they’ll help you avoid buying a home that needs more work than you’re willing to pay. As long as your offer is contingent on the home inspection, you’ll be able to walk away with your down payment and find the property that works best for your family and your budget.

Before you hire a home inspector, make sure they’re certified. Not all home inspectors are members of the American Society of Home Inspectors, so check that yours is. Members of AHSI adhere to a standard of ethics, continue their education, and have access to more resources.

Check to make sure your home inspector is insured. Home inspectors usually carry professional liability (aka errors and omissions) insurance and general liability to cover things like property damage claims.

As part of the home buying process, your local home inspector will have a certain number of days to examine the property. Then, you’ll walk through the house together so the inspector can point out any problems they may have found. In the end, the inspector will give you a report detailing everything you need to know.

When choosing an inspector, ask for previous inspection reports to see how thorough they are. Good reports are thorough and include photos. Reading reviews gives you a better idea of what to expect from the home inspector. If you’re choosing between a full-time inspector and a part-time one, hire the full-time inspector – they’ll have booked more hours and experience.

Of course, if you already have a good rapport with your real estate agent, ask who they would recommend. Real estate agents often deal with home inspectors, so they’ll know the best option for you in your area.

You’ve bought your dream home and noticed some water damage in the basement a month later. You hire a contractor to assess it, and they say this isn’t the first time the basement has seen water damage – the foundation wall is bowing from it. This issue should have been on the inspection report. Is the inspector liable?

They can be. That question is why it’s best to hire an inspector who carries errors and omissions insurance, as well as general liability insurance. The inspector will have to file a claim to cover the repairs, but they will be more likely to cover those costs.

As with any legal action, there’s no guarantee you’ll get your money back. Pursuing legal action against an uninsured home inspector will become an even bigger headache, and they may not have the funds available to cover the repairs you need.

You also have to prove that nothing happened to alter the home's condition after you completed the inspection report. For instance, if there aren’t any issues with the roof at the time of inspection, and you notice leaks a few months after a big storm, the home inspector would not be liable.

The cost of a home inspection depends on a few factors, including the location and size of the property. Generally, you should expect to pay a couple hundred dollars for one home inspection. A few things about local home inspectors could increase that price:

  • Experience - When hiring a more experienced home inspector, they tend to charge more.
  • Age and condition of the property - Older homes may cost more to inspect.
  • Travel time - The inspector may charge for commuting if you buy a country home off the beaten path.
  • Additional inspections - Depending on where you buy your home, you may want to invest in specialty inspections. Radon tests, pest inspections, and well inspections will run up the bill. Ask your real estate agents which inspections they would recommend, and plan for them when finalizing your budget.

In some real estate markets, the seller may pay for an inspection ahead of time. Ask your real estate agent if they trust the company that performed the pre-inspection. This awareness can help you decide whether or not to invest in another inspection.

If you’re selling a home in a competitive market, investing in a pre-sale home inspection may be a good idea. As a seller, some pros include the following:

  • The inspection report will paint a realistic view of the property, helping you and your real estate agent set a competitive listing price.
  • A pre-sale inspection allows you to make any necessary repairs or updates to get a greater return on investment when the time comes to sell.
  • You won’t be surprised by the buyer’s home inspection report. If you’re selling your first home to upgrade to a second, the pre-sale inspection will help you avoid any costly negotiations that the buyer’s report might unearth.
  • If you are selling a relative’s property that you inherited, the pre-sale inspection will give you all the details you need about the property's condition.

While it may seem beneficial to have a pre-sale inspection before you put your home on the market, there can also be downsides. Here are a few cons that impact homebuyers and sellers alike:

  • The seller is legally obligated to reveal any problems with the house to potential buyers. If the pre-sale inspection uncovers some major problems, your plans may need to change.
  • As a homebuyer, remember that the pre-sale home inspection usually benefits the seller. The home inspector likely had the seller’s best interests at heart and not yours. It’s always a good idea to invest in your home inspection.
  • Finally, a pre-sale home inspection doesn’t guarantee the buyer’s inspector won’t find anything wrong with the property.

Recent reviews for Buffalo Home Inspectors

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James was great, profesional & helpfull. 

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James was very helpful. He was real inforamtive & detailed. 

- Valerie Zielinksi
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James did an amazing job in a timely manner.

- Richard Lindemuth
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James was great he provided all needed information was detail and thorough.

- Thomas Johnston
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JAMES was great! Extremely detailed and very kind and helpful.

- Andrew McCulloch
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James was very pleasent and very detail oriented. He was very helpful, just all around great guy. 

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James was great! Extremely detailed and very kind and helpful. was very thorough! 

- Joseph Green
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Mark was great and was very thorough 

- Mark Pacillo
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James is incredibly thorough and took the time to make sure I understood everything in the report.

- Andrew McCulloch
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Everything You Need to Know About Buffalo Home Inspectors

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  • 13 of them have an A or A+ rating from Better Business Bureau.
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    All Home Inspectors in Buffalo, NY

    Porch Pro Headshot McCabe & Associates
    Home Inspectors
    453 W Delavan Ave, Buffalo, NY
    (2)
    453 W Delavan Ave, Buffalo, NY
    Porch Pro Headshot Champman Home Inspections
    Home Inspectors
    Serves Buffalo, New York
    Champman Home Inspections is a home inspection firm in Buffalo. They offer chimney inspection, electrical inspection and more.
    Champman Home Inspections is a home inspection firm in Buffalo. They offer chimney inspection, electrical inspection and more.
    Porch Pro Headshot Mueller Inspections Inc
    Home Inspectors
    789 Colvin Blvd, Kenmore, NY
    789 Colvin Blvd, Kenmore, NY
    Porch Pro Headshot Home Tech Inc.
    Home Inspectors
    34 Hoover Ave, Kenmore, NY
    34 Hoover Ave, Kenmore, NY
    Porch Pro Headshot B4U Buy Home Inspection, Inc
    Home Inspectors
    78 Minden Dr, Orchard Park, NY
    78 Minden Dr, Orchard Park, NY
    Porch Pro Headshot B.e.l. Building Inspections Inc.
    Home Inspectors
    44 Hiler Ave, Kenmore, NY
    44 Hiler Ave, Kenmore, NY
    Porch Pro Headshot Allstate Environmental Resources
    Home Inspectors
    2414 Niagara Rd, Niagara Falls, NY
    2414 Niagara Rd, Niagara Falls, NY

    Latest projects near Buffalo

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    Buffalo 14214
    Home Inspection
    Start Date
    I'm flexible
    Purpose
    Purchasing property
    Inspection type
    Whole home
    Property type
    Single family residence
    Property size
    0-1,500 sq ft
    Property age
    51+ years
    Foundation type
    Basement
    Relationship to property
    Buyer
    Occupied
    No
    Utilities turned on
    Yes
    Specific services
    None of the above
    Buffalo 14206
    Home Inspection
    Start Date
    Within 48 hours
    Purpose
    Purchasing property
    Inspection type
    Whole home
    Property type
    Single family residence
    Property size
    1,501-2,000 sq ft
    Property age
    51+ years
    Foundation type
    Basement
    Relationship to property
    Owner
    Occupied
    Yes
    Utilities turned on
    Yes
    Specific services
    None of the above
    Tonawanda 14150
    Home Inspection
    Start Date
    Within a week
    Purpose
    Purchasing property
    Inspection type
    Whole home
    Property type
    Single family residence
    Property size
    0-1,500 sq ft
    Property age
    51+ years
    Foundation type
    Basement
    Relationship to property
    Owner
    Occupied
    Yes
    Utilities turned on
    Yes
    Specific services
    None of the above
    Lackawanna 14218
    Roofing Inspection
    Start Date
    Within a week
    Roofing project type
    Inspect a roof
    Roof slope
    Sloped or pitched
    Roofing material
    Asphalt or composite shingle
    Reason for inspection
    To check for damage from recent bad weather
    Previous leaking or damage
    Yes
    Number of stories tall
    One floor
    Buffalo 14216
    Roofing Inspection
    Start Date
    Within a year
    Roof slope
    Sloped or pitched
    Roofing material
    Asphalt or composite shingle
    Reason for inspection
    Just a routine check-up
    Previous leaking or damage
    I'm not sure
    Number of stories tall
    Three or more floors
    Buffalo 14215
    Home Inspection
    Start Date
    I'm flexible
    Purpose
    Purchasing property
    Inspection type
    Whole home
    Property type
    Single family residence
    Property size
    1,501-2,000 sq ft
    Property age
    0-10 years
    Foundation type
    Slab on ground
    Relationship to property
    Owner
    Occupied
    Yes
    Utilities turned on
    Yes
    Specific services
    None of the above
    Buffalo 14216
    Home Inspection
    Start Date
    I'm flexible
    Purpose
    cracks on the wall.
    Inspection type
    Whole home
    Property type
    Condo or townhome
    Property size
    2,001-2,500 sq ft
    Property age
    41-50 years
    Foundation type
    Basement
    Relationship to property
    Owner
    Occupied
    Yes
    Utilities turned on
    Yes
    Specific services
    None of the above
    Buffalo 14225
    Roofing Inspection
    Start Date
    I'm flexible
    Roof slope
    Sloped or pitched
    Roofing material
    Asphalt or composite shingle
    Reason for inspection
    Roof is leaking
    Previous leaking or damage
    Yes
    Number of stories tall
    Two floors
    Buffalo 14216
    Home Inspection
    Start Date
    Within a year
    Purpose
    Purchasing property
    Inspection type
    Whole home
    Property type
    Single family residence
    Property size
    1,501-2,000 sq ft
    Property age
    51+ years
    Foundation type
    Basement
    Relationship to property
    Owner
    Occupied
    Yes
    Utilities turned on
    Yes
    Specific services
    Sewer cam inspection