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Porch Pro Headshot Sound Structure Home Inspections, LLC
Serves Seattle, Washington
(97)
Home inspection services for Seattle, Tacoma, Olympia and the greater Puget Sound area We provide residential and light commercial inspections throughout King, Pierce, Kitsap and Thurston Counties. Please contact us for questions or to schedule your inspection today! Serving the Greater Puget Sound ...Read more about Sound Structure Home Inspections, LLC
Home inspection services for Seattle, Tacoma, Olympia and the greater Puget Sound area We provide residential and light commercial inspections throughout King, Pierce, Kitsap and Thurston Counties. Please contact us for questions or to schedule your inspection today! Serving the Greater Puget Sound ...Read more about Sound Structure Home Inspections, LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Final Phase Inspection
Serves Seattle, Washington
(88)
"Keith  ​​​​​​​did a fantastic job, he was very helpful, informative, easy to talk to and was very courties and professional would recommed to any home owner getting an inspection 5 star service guranteed.  "
"Keith  ​​​​​​​did a fantastic job, he was very helpful, informative, easy to talk to and was very courties and professional would recommed to any home owner getting an inspection 5 star service guranteed.  "
Porch Pro Headshot Optimized Inspection Services
Serves Seattle, Washington
(471)
Buying a home is most people’s single largest financial transaction. It pays to have experience on your side and I have over 20 years as a Real Estate Investor, 13 years as a broker, 7 years as a loan officer and I’ve been a licensed home inspector since 2010 (WSHI #750). I have been thoroughly trai...Read more about Optimized Inspection Services
Buying a home is most people’s single largest financial transaction. It pays to have experience on your side and I have over 20 years as a Real Estate Investor, 13 years as a broker, 7 years as a loan officer and I’ve been a licensed home inspector since 2010 (WSHI #750). I have been thoroughly trai...Read more about Optimized Inspection Services
Porch Pro Headshot PNW Green Plumbing
Serves Seattle, Washington
(104)
Thank you for contacting PNW Green Plumbing. I've been a professionally licensed plumber for over 10 years serving the Pacific Northwest. Being born and raised in Seattle and Tacoma, I am very knowledgable about the types of homes and plumbing issues many homeowners encounter. Since 2002 I have h...Read more about PNW Green Plumbing
Thank you for contacting PNW Green Plumbing. I've been a professionally licensed plumber for over 10 years serving the Pacific Northwest. Being born and raised in Seattle and Tacoma, I am very knowledgable about the types of homes and plumbing issues many homeowners encounter. Since 2002 I have h...Read more about PNW Green Plumbing
Porch Pro Headshot Move Smart Home Inspections
Serves Seattle, Washington
(94)
"Dan was our inspector, he was great! Super friendly, even talked to the kids a bit and so helpful with all of his information and examples of what we could do to fix certain things. (Everything we need to do is fairly small potatoes in the grand scheme of things, but being first time home buyers we...Read more about Move Smart Home Inspections
"Dan was our inspector, he was great! Super friendly, even talked to the kids a bit and so helpful with all of his information and examples of what we could do to fix certain things. (Everything we need to do is fairly small potatoes in the grand scheme of things, but being first time home buyers we...Read more about Move Smart Home Inspections
Porch Pro Headshot Sound Advice Home Inspection
Serves Seattle, Washington
(97)
We are here to help during every step of home ownership. We offer Pre-Listing Inspections, Pre-Offer Inspections, Pre-Purchase Inspections, Home Maintenance Inspections, as well as Sewer Scoping Services. Every inspection completed by Sound Advice Home Inspection includes an evaluation of the st...Read more about Sound Advice Home Inspection
We are here to help during every step of home ownership. We offer Pre-Listing Inspections, Pre-Offer Inspections, Pre-Purchase Inspections, Home Maintenance Inspections, as well as Sewer Scoping Services. Every inspection completed by Sound Advice Home Inspection includes an evaluation of the st...Read more about Sound Advice Home Inspection
Porch Pro Headshot Step By Step Inspections LLC.
Serves Seattle, Washington
(57)
"I had a great experience with David Tearle and Step By Step Home Inspections. He was extremely thorough and detailed in his approach to inspecting our future home. I was impressed with his knowledge of the building codes and the nuances associated with the home building trades. I would recommend Da...Read more about Step By Step Inspections LLC.
"I had a great experience with David Tearle and Step By Step Home Inspections. He was extremely thorough and detailed in his approach to inspecting our future home. I was impressed with his knowledge of the building codes and the nuances associated with the home building trades. I would recommend Da...Read more about Step By Step Inspections LLC.
Porch Pro Headshot Golden Eagle Home Services, LLC
Serves Seattle, Washington
(51)
Golden Eagle Home Services is a quality, home inspection company serving Snohomish, King, and Skagit Counties. We pride ourselves on working closely with you, providing meticulous and thorough inspections, easy to understand and comprehensive reports, and follow-up support after the inspection. Your...Read more about Golden Eagle Home Services, LLC
Golden Eagle Home Services is a quality, home inspection company serving Snohomish, King, and Skagit Counties. We pride ourselves on working closely with you, providing meticulous and thorough inspections, easy to understand and comprehensive reports, and follow-up support after the inspection. Your...Read more about Golden Eagle Home Services, LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Cross County Home Inspection LLC
Serves Seattle, Washington
(31)
"I've hired Patrick on two recent occasions to inspect two different properties. In both cases he was professional, thorough, courteous, and reasonably priced compared to other's I've used recently. He answered our questions and addressed our concerns throughout the process exhibiting an impressive ...Read more about Cross County Home Inspection LLC
"I've hired Patrick on two recent occasions to inspect two different properties. In both cases he was professional, thorough, courteous, and reasonably priced compared to other's I've used recently. He answered our questions and addressed our concerns throughout the process exhibiting an impressive ...Read more about Cross County Home Inspection LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Solid Choice Home Inspections
Serves Seattle, Washington
(5)
"So grateful to Erick for taking time out of his schedule for an inspection. He took the time to explain to me what he found, and proceeded to provide me with a few options to remedy the situation. I appreciated his patience, and am happy to say I actually learned a great deal about how the attic ...Read more about Solid Choice Home Inspections
"So grateful to Erick for taking time out of his schedule for an inspection. He took the time to explain to me what he found, and proceeded to provide me with a few options to remedy the situation. I appreciated his patience, and am happy to say I actually learned a great deal about how the attic ...Read more about Solid Choice Home Inspections
Porch Pro Headshot Snow Home Inspection, LLC
Serves Seattle, Washington
(9)
"Super prompt, and very knowledgeable. Blake was great. I learned a lot about the house I wanted to buy and his turn around time with the report was unbelievably fast. I especially liked the thermal image pictures he took. We were able to see issues that others may have missed! I highly reco...Read more about Snow Home Inspection, LLC
"Super prompt, and very knowledgeable. Blake was great. I learned a lot about the house I wanted to buy and his turn around time with the report was unbelievably fast. I especially liked the thermal image pictures he took. We were able to see issues that others may have missed! I highly reco...Read more about Snow Home Inspection, LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Rainier Inspections
Serves Seattle, Washington
Rainier Inspections, Inc. has been serving the Puget Sound area since 1988. Rainier Inspections, Inc. specializes in pre-purchase inspections for buyers of houses, condominiums, multi-family, apartment buildings and small commercial buildings.
Rainier Inspections, Inc. has been serving the Puget Sound area since 1988. Rainier Inspections, Inc. specializes in pre-purchase inspections for buyers of houses, condominiums, multi-family, apartment buildings and small commercial buildings.
Porch Pro Headshot Tushay Home Inspection
Serves Seattle, Washington
(18)
Tushay Home Inspection will helps you learn about the home you're buying, gives you confidence to address potential concerns, and delivers peace of mind about your new investment.
Tushay Home Inspection will helps you learn about the home you're buying, gives you confidence to address potential concerns, and delivers peace of mind about your new investment.
Porch Pro Headshot First Choice Sewer and Drain
Serves Seattle, Washington
(2)
"My bathroom was backing up and all the drains in my house were not draining properly, First Sewer and Drain came out and explained the problem to me in a way I could understand and fix the problem in a timely manner. Great customer service I would highly recommend this company to my friends and fam...Read more about First Choice Sewer and Drain
"My bathroom was backing up and all the drains in my house were not draining properly, First Sewer and Drain came out and explained the problem to me in a way I could understand and fix the problem in a timely manner. Great customer service I would highly recommend this company to my friends and fam...Read more about First Choice Sewer and Drain
Porch Pro Headshot Father's Inspections
Serves Seattle, Washington
(16)
Porch Pro Headshot WIN Montlake
Serves Seattle, Washington
Home buyers, home sellers and homeowners choose WIN Home Inspection Montlake for our professional, personalized service and thorough home inspection reporting. Every WIN Montlake home inspection we perform exceeds national industry standards, and all of our home inspectors receive extensive, ongoing...Read more about WIN Montlake
Home buyers, home sellers and homeowners choose WIN Home Inspection Montlake for our professional, personalized service and thorough home inspection reporting. Every WIN Montlake home inspection we perform exceeds national industry standards, and all of our home inspectors receive extensive, ongoing...Read more about WIN Montlake
Porch Pro Headshot OMNI ^ Home Inspections
Serves Seattle, Washington
I'm a licensed WA State Home Inspector (#2342) with over 15 years of construction project management experience for custom residential projects. In addition to collaborative, browser based reports; I offer cost estimating to ID repair, replacement and renovation costs which can be easily shared wit...Read more about OMNI ^ Home Inspections
I'm a licensed WA State Home Inspector (#2342) with over 15 years of construction project management experience for custom residential projects. In addition to collaborative, browser based reports; I offer cost estimating to ID repair, replacement and renovation costs which can be easily shared wit...Read more about OMNI ^ Home Inspections
Porch Pro Headshot John Blough   WIN Issaquah
Serves Seattle, Washington
Home buyers, home sellers and homeowners choose WIN Home Inspection Issaquah for our professional, personalized service and thorough home inspection reporting. Every WIN Issaquah home inspection we perform exceeds national industry standards, and all of our home inspectors receive extensive, ongoing...Read more about John Blough WIN Issaquah
Home buyers, home sellers and homeowners choose WIN Home Inspection Issaquah for our professional, personalized service and thorough home inspection reporting. Every WIN Issaquah home inspection we perform exceeds national industry standards, and all of our home inspectors receive extensive, ongoing...Read more about John Blough WIN Issaquah
Porch Pro Headshot Home Inspections Plus Washington
Serves Seattle, Washington
You will get the advantage of our services using specialized equipment in the correct way. Some of our tools used such as a moisture meter, thermal imaging camera, and other aerial visual aids will give us information that helps you prioritize and make decisions that are very important. HIPW wil...Read more about Home Inspections Plus Washington
You will get the advantage of our services using specialized equipment in the correct way. Some of our tools used such as a moisture meter, thermal imaging camera, and other aerial visual aids will give us information that helps you prioritize and make decisions that are very important. HIPW wil...Read more about Home Inspections Plus Washington
Porch Pro Headshot Envirotest - Mold and Air Quality Analysis
Established in 2004, Envirotest is locally owned and operated by a Physician and Cell Biologist. It is conveniently located on Capitol Hill in Seattle, and serves most of Western Washington. Envirotest performs mold intrusion and moisture assessments and interior air quality analysis, and provides d...Read more about Envirotest - Mold and Air Quality Analysis
Established in 2004, Envirotest is locally owned and operated by a Physician and Cell Biologist. It is conveniently located on Capitol Hill in Seattle, and serves most of Western Washington. Envirotest performs mold intrusion and moisture assessments and interior air quality analysis, and provides d...Read more about Envirotest - Mold and Air Quality Analysis
Porch Pro Headshot THE HOME DETECTIVE
Serves Seattle, Washington
(31)
Porch Pro Headshot Light On Home Inspections
Serves Seattle, Washington
As a multi talented property expert, I pride myself in customer service, real estate experience, accuracy, timeliness and communication! I look forward to working with you!
As a multi talented property expert, I pride myself in customer service, real estate experience, accuracy, timeliness and communication! I look forward to working with you!
Porch Pro Headshot SPR Home Inspections
Serves Seattle, Washington
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Porch Pro Headshot Sage Home Inspections LLC
Serves Seattle, Washington

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Frequently asked questions about home inspectors

Why should I hire a home inspector?

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.

What do I need to know before hiring a home inspector?

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.

Are home inspectors liable?

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.

How much does it cost to hire a home inspector?

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.

What are the pros and cons of a pre-sale home 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.

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Anthony did a very great job with my home inspection!

- Breanna Swift
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Knowledgeable and helpful. I was impressed by the interactions I had with Golden Eagle Home Services.

- Jen Walter
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Excellent value. Excellent responsiveness in communication. Excellent to keep appointment.

Great inspector. True takes pride in his job and cares for his customer. I would love to keep in contact with Ron for future projects.

- Phuong Nguyen
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I had my home inspected last week by Blake. I now feel confident that I truly understand the condition of my house. I would highly recommend Blake to anyone who wants to have a complete and thorough home inspection.

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Blake Snow was able to inspect my house the same day I called. Very friendly and nice customer service as well as being knowledgeable!

- Heather Glowka
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Thanks Blake! I'll call you next time I buy a house :)

- Bill Warner
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Keith was great! He was very professional, knowledgelable, and detailed orientated. He was helpful in telling us the process and explaining the report to us. 

- Michael Green
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Inspection went great everything wa sprovided to him 5 starz

- Joshua & Gloriann Olson
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Travis did a great work with providing all the information .

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Before purchasing a property, I recently engaged Final Phase Inspection for a home inspection, and I couldn't be more pleased with their service. This family-run business in the Pacific Northwest is really proud of the work they do and has a strong commit...

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