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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

HOW DO I SCHEDULE AN INSPECTION?

Appointments are usually available seven days a week and I can usually accommodate your needs with 24-48 hours notice. I can do inspection in the evening and/or around your work schedules. When placing a call, please have all of the listing data describing the home and its address handy. If I am away from the office, just leave a message on my voice mail and I will call you back as soon as possible.

WHEN WILL I GET MY REPORT?

Your final home inspection report, in pdf format, will be given to you within two days and only after payment is received by me. You will get, per your preference, either printout or e-mail of the report. The report is also available, with your permission, to the realestate agent and lawyer.

WILL I GET INSPECTION REPORT ON SITE?

No. Doing inspection report offsite cuts down time for you and your real estate agent to be on site. It also gives me time to proof read report and to research recalls and safety issues discovered.

SHOULD I ATTEND INSPECTION?

Yes, I recommend you take time to come to the inspection. This is your opportunity to learn and ask questions about maintenance issues and to familiar yourself with electrical, structural, and mechanical components of the house.

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INSPECTION FEES

Inspection fee is comparatively small compare to the purchase price of a home. Can you find a cheaper inspection? Undoubtably, if you really you want to. Can you find a better more thorough inspection? I truly don't think so. A thorough inspection could save you the difference many times over. . If you live near South Elgin call me for a price quote. Add $25 for distances over 40 miles .


Condominiums and Townhomes
Square FootageFEEs
1000 to 1999$199
1999 to 2999$249
3000 to 3999$299
4000 and upPlease call

Single Family Homes
Square FootageFEEs
1000 to 1999$269
2000 to 2999$325
3000 to 3999$399
4000 to 4999$425
5000 and upPlease call
Other Inspection Fees
Multi Units(up to 4 flat)Base $275 plus $150/unit
Builder's Home Warranty$299
Seller consultation$99
Buyer visual inspection walk through home$99
Radon Gast Test(Closed house result in 48 hours)$165 plus $25 per additional kit

To schedule an inspection please call 630-578-1146 or 630-485-8133 or simply fill out the INSPECTION REQUEST FORM and I will respond to confirm the date and time within a day's time.

$25 OFF IF YOU SCHEDULE AND PAY FOR YOUR INSPECTION NOW


WHEN IS PAYMENT DUE?

Payment is due upon completion of the home inspection and before receipt of the final report. SMHI accepts: personal check, cash, and credit cards. For your convenient we accept payment through PayPal.