common questions

Have you considered all the things that could go wrong with a house? Since
many problems are not obvious, it can be scary—especially when you plan
to invest so much money. At Smart Move Inspection Services we provide
you with answers to some very important questions.

Why should I have a home inspection?

• Identify problems that could cost you money later
• Learn valuable maintenance tips
• Protect your investment and money
• Become familiar with a home or property before you purchase or sell

Some of the typical problems that home inspectors uncover:

• Roof shingle damage
• Leaking basement
• Improper drainage around home due to improper grading
• Poor attic or crawlspace ventilation
• Missing or inadequate downspouts and gutters
• Faulty wiring
• Amateur workmanship
• Improperly installed building materials

How will the inspection be conducted?

• A professionally trained and certified home inspector conducts a
  thorough visual examination of the property
• You can expect your professionally trained and certified Smart Move Inspector to get on the roof (weather permitting), into the attic (if accessible), and into crawl spaces (again, if accessible)
• You are encouraged to follow the inspector so you can ask questions
  and take notes (excluding the roof and crawlspaces)
• Most inspections take anywhere from 2 to 4 hours, depending on the
  size and age of the house or property
• You can ask for a more complete list of items evaluated

What kind of report will I receive?

• A summary is provided to the client with the detailed components
  and conditions of the specific property in an emailed state-of-the-art
  documented PDF report which exceeds the National Association
  of Home Inspectors (NAHI)® Standards of Practice.
• The inspector reviews the report with you to discuss any concerns
• Information on safety issues, life expectancy of appliances and
  systems, insulation, and on-going maintenance tips are provided
  with your complete report

How much will an inspection cost?
Several factors are evaluated to determine the cost of an inspection:

• The size of the home in square feet
• If there is a basement or crawl space
• The age of the home
• Number of bathrooms and kitchens
• Number of mechanical systems (large homes often have more than
  one heating system)
• Termite and wood-boring insect inspections
• Carbon monoxide testing is included free with every complete
  home inspection
• Special services such as radon, water, or well testing are
  priced separately
  
• Call Smart Move Inspection Services for a free estimate