Top 5 Home Inspectors in Troy, NH

Porch Pro Headshot Norway Hill Home Inspections
Home Inspectors
Serves Troy, New Hampshire
(1,170)
"I have hired Norway Inspections several times and these inspections have been the best ever as we have lived in 14 other homes. If the highest rating is 5 stars, I give it 10 stars. You will never find a more thorough inspection anywhere. They are so good they can find excrement from a mouse on the...Read more about Norway Hill Home Inspections
"I have hired Norway Inspections several times and these inspections have been the best ever as we have lived in 14 other homes. If the highest rating is 5 stars, I give it 10 stars. You will never find a more thorough inspection anywhere. They are so good they can find excrement from a mouse on the...Read more about Norway Hill Home Inspections
Porch Pro Headshot WIN Nashua
Home Inspectors
Serves Troy, New Hampshire
Home buyers, home sellers and homeowners choose WIN Home Inspection Nashua for our professional, personalized service and thorough home inspection reporting. Every WIN Nashua home inspection we perform exceeds national industry standards, and all of our home inspectors receive extensive, ongoing edu...Read more about WIN Nashua
Home buyers, home sellers and homeowners choose WIN Home Inspection Nashua for our professional, personalized service and thorough home inspection reporting. Every WIN Nashua home inspection we perform exceeds national industry standards, and all of our home inspectors receive extensive, ongoing edu...Read more about WIN Nashua
Porch Pro Headshot Strongbox Home Inspections
Home Inspectors
Serves Troy, New Hampshire
(12)
Are you buying or selling a home, having a professional from a local trusted home inspection company will give you peace of mind and assist you in a smooth transaction. Strongbox Home Inspections is that local professional inspection company residing within Southern NH. We're no more than an hour ...Read more about Strongbox Home Inspections
Are you buying or selling a home, having a professional from a local trusted home inspection company will give you peace of mind and assist you in a smooth transaction. Strongbox Home Inspections is that local professional inspection company residing within Southern NH. We're no more than an hour ...Read more about Strongbox Home Inspections
Porch Pro Headshot Home Inspections by J. A. Thibodeau
Home Inspectors
Serves Troy, New Hampshire
As your professional, independent home inspector, I will conduct a thorough inspection of your home, inside and out. I have the knowledge and expertise to provide you with a thorough and professional, non-intrusive, visual inspection of your home, from roof to foundation.
As your professional, independent home inspector, I will conduct a thorough inspection of your home, inside and out. I have the knowledge and expertise to provide you with a thorough and professional, non-intrusive, visual inspection of your home, from roof to foundation.
Porch Pro Headshot Cheshire Home Inspections LLC
Home Inspectors
Serves Troy, New Hampshire
(31)
Home inspections done accurately and timely to give the homeowner or buyer peace of mind.
Home inspections done accurately and timely to give the homeowner or buyer peace of mind.

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 Troy Home Inspectors

258426

Ricky was really good he was thorough he answered all my questions.

- Ellen and Frank Harrington
258772

Josh Cass did a awesome job on the inspection he recieved the report by email and was really helpful.

- Travis Matson
258726

Ricky did a great job with the inspection he took his time and provided an excellent report.

- Andy Burnes
258722

Ricky was great and very thorough.

- Michelle Humphrey
253878

Kurtis did a Great job, I was very happy with the Report. He was extremely thorough.

- Cynthia Pack
258880

josh was very detailed and professional

- Debra Jagodzinski
254833

amazing workers just great

- Laura Le
251591

It was really good he was thorough he answered all my questions. 

- Norman Hendricks
256884

Ricky Sartori, Inspection went great he was very professional and very thorough I recommend, his services.

- Caileigh Ronayne
251755

Kurtis was awesome, very professional, detail-oriented and knowledgeable.

- Will Basett and Erika Cross
254800

Fine inspection! The report was really helpful.

- Sam Guinane