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Porch Pro Headshot WIN Home Inspection Woodinville
Serves Seattle, Washington
(1,089)
WIN Home Inspection Woodinville is here to help you with your real estate transaction. Count on WIN Woodinville to provide you with the top-quality home inspection service and an unbiased, comprehensive report on the condition of the property. Whether you are a home buyer, home seller or a homeowne...Read more about WIN Home Inspection Woodinville
WIN Home Inspection Woodinville is here to help you with your real estate transaction. Count on WIN Woodinville to provide you with the top-quality home inspection service and an unbiased, comprehensive report on the condition of the property. Whether you are a home buyer, home seller or a homeowne...Read more about WIN Home Inspection Woodinville
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 Washington Premier Home Inspection LLC
Serves Seattle, Washington
(36)
"For anyone in the Puyallup, WA, region in need of a home inspection, Washington Premier Home Inspection LLC is a great option. They are unique in the business due to their mix of superior technical knowledge, flexible scheduling, competitive pricing, and first-rate customer service. To anyone searc...Read more about Washington Premier Home Inspection LLC
"For anyone in the Puyallup, WA, region in need of a home inspection, Washington Premier Home Inspection LLC is a great option. They are unique in the business due to their mix of superior technical knowledge, flexible scheduling, competitive pricing, and first-rate customer service. To anyone searc...Read more about Washington Premier Home Inspection LLC
Porch Pro Headshot Chimcare Seattle
Serves Seattle, Washington
(128)
We are a family owned 2nd generation chimney sweep and chimney repair company servicing the greater Seattle King County areas. Here are a list of services we provide. * Chimney Sweeping * Chimney Inspections * Chimney Repair * Chimney Caps * Fireplace Service * Gas Insert installation * Wood Burni...Read more about Chimcare Seattle
We are a family owned 2nd generation chimney sweep and chimney repair company servicing the greater Seattle King County areas. Here are a list of services we provide. * Chimney Sweeping * Chimney Inspections * Chimney Repair * Chimney Caps * Fireplace Service * Gas Insert installation * Wood Burni...Read more about Chimcare Seattle
Porch Pro Headshot Step By Step Inspections LLC.
Serves Seattle, Washington
(57)
My name is David Tearle from Step By Step Home Inspections. I am dedicated to providing the best home inspections in the industry. I continue my education yearly and I am qualified to perform home inspections that not only meet, but surpass industry standards. I promise to provide you with the best ...Read more about Step By Step Inspections LLC.
My name is David Tearle from Step By Step Home Inspections. I am dedicated to providing the best home inspections in the industry. I continue my education yearly and I am qualified to perform home inspections that not only meet, but surpass industry standards. I promise to provide you with the best ...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 Solid Choice Home Inspections
Serves Seattle, Washington
(5)
At Solid Choice Home Inspections my primary goal is to arm you with all the information you will need to make informed decisions. Whether you are purchasing or selling a home, I want to help you avoid costly mistakes. Offering thorough inspections; I find existing and potential problems; and then ta...Read more about Solid Choice Home Inspections
At Solid Choice Home Inspections my primary goal is to arm you with all the information you will need to make informed decisions. Whether you are purchasing or selling a home, I want to help you avoid costly mistakes. Offering thorough inspections; I find existing and potential problems; and then ta...Read more about Solid Choice Home Inspections
Porch Pro Headshot Full House Inspection Services
Serves Seattle, Washington
Full House Inspection Services strives to be an ongoing resource for homeowners. We provide annual maintenance inspections to ensure that your home is healthy. Preventive maintenance is the key for helping to reduce home costs before they become more expensive, and prevent potential insurance claim...Read more about Full House Inspection Services
Full House Inspection Services strives to be an ongoing resource for homeowners. We provide annual maintenance inspections to ensure that your home is healthy. Preventive maintenance is the key for helping to reduce home costs before they become more expensive, and prevent potential insurance claim...Read more about Full House Inspection Services
Porch Pro Headshot Total Building Analysis, LLC
Serves Seattle, Washington
(12)
Use drone technology to inspect roofs plus provide comprehensive property inspections at a fair price.
Use drone technology to inspect roofs plus provide comprehensive property inspections at a fair price.
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 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 WIN Edmonds
Serves Seattle, Washington
Home buyers, home sellers and homeowners choose WIN Home Inspection Edmonds for our professional, personalized service and thorough home inspection reporting. Every WIN Edmonds home inspection we perform exceeds national industry standards, and all of our home inspectors receive extensive, ongoing e...Read more about WIN Edmonds
Home buyers, home sellers and homeowners choose WIN Home Inspection Edmonds for our professional, personalized service and thorough home inspection reporting. Every WIN Edmonds home inspection we perform exceeds national industry standards, and all of our home inspectors receive extensive, ongoing e...Read more about WIN Edmonds
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 Greg Gottier Inspection Services
Serves Seattle, Washington
Every inspection and project is unique. Can't say we have seen it all, however we have seen a lot in 30 years. Ownership of every project and enthusiasm, sets us apart from others. I can picture in my mind how the home was built, remodeled and repaired. My reports are narratives with pictures, not c...Read more about Greg Gottier Inspection Services
Every inspection and project is unique. Can't say we have seen it all, however we have seen a lot in 30 years. Ownership of every project and enthusiasm, sets us apart from others. I can picture in my mind how the home was built, remodeled and repaired. My reports are narratives with pictures, not c...Read more about Greg Gottier Inspection Services
Porch Pro Headshot Residential home and energy inspections
Serves Seattle, Washington
We provide home inspections of all components of your home including. Foundations. Grading siding Roofing. Plumbing. Electrical. Well inspections. Modular and manufactured home inspections. Septic system inspections and structural pest inspections. Typically for real estate transactions
We provide home inspections of all components of your home including. Foundations. Grading siding Roofing. Plumbing. Electrical. Well inspections. Modular and manufactured home inspections. Septic system inspections and structural pest inspections. Typically for real estate transactions
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 Straight Street Home Inspection Services
Straight Street Home Inspection Services is based out of Seatac. They offer concrete inspection, water heater inspection, and chimney inspection.
Straight Street Home Inspection Services is based out of Seatac. They offer concrete inspection, water heater inspection, and chimney inspection.
Porch Pro Headshot THE HOME DETECTIVE
Serves Seattle, Washington
(31)
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.

Recent reviews for

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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 to keep appointment. Excellent work quality.

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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Matthew was great, smart. I will go back to him agin . We got along very well and Tim likes my jokes.

- Tim Swartz
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The inspection went great.

- Matt Baker
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He is always great!

- Vivek Bhatnagar
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Great!

- Rob Grossman Erin Kelechava
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Total Building Analysis, LLC did a wonderful job with inspection they were thorough and professional very fast at sending me the report

- Sarah Benecke
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Total Building Analysis, LLC did amazing they were very detailed.

- Kumar Valbhav
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Matthew did a great job with our home inspection!<br> 

- Brian Zeringer
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The inspection went great with Matthew!

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