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Frequently Asked Questions - FAQ

Q) What is a home inspection?

A) A home inspection is an objective visual examination of the physical structure and systems of a home, from roof to foundation. A home inspection is the equivalent of a physical examination from your doctor. When problems or symptoms of problems are found, the inspector may recommend further evaluation or remedies.

Q) What does a home inspection include?

A) A standard home inspection summarizes findings from a visual inspection of the condition of the subject home’s heating system, central air conditioning system (temperature permitting), interior plumbing and electrical systems; roof, attic, and visible insulation; walls, ceilings, floors, windows and doors; foundation, basement and structure.

Q) Are you Licenced?

A) Yes. Licensed by Consumer Protection BC.
BPCPA License #47767

Q) Why do I need a home inspection?

A) A home inspection summarizes the condition of a property, points out the need for major repairs and identifies areas that may need attention in the near future. Buyers and sellers depend on an accurate home inspection to maximize their knowledge of the property in order to make intelligent decisions before executing an agreement for sale or purchase.

For homeowners, an inspection may be used to identify problems in the making and to learn about preventive measures, which might avoid costly future repairs. If you are planning to sell your home, an inspection prior to placing your home on the market provides a better understanding of conditions which may be discovered by the buyer's inspector, and provides you an opportunity to make repairs that will make your home more desirable to potential buyers.

Q) What will it cost?

A) Please visit our Rates & Details page for more information.

PLEASE REMEMBER: If you are making the decision to invest, and pay down on hundreds of thousands of dollars for your next home, we strongly recommend you not be deterred by the one-time-cost of having a home inspection. Only hire an inspector you know is working to your best interests. The knowledge acquired from an inspection, even if no serious concerns are identified, is worth your time and the expense. Our inspections, in many cases, uncover conditions in the home that the current property owner is willing to correct, or meet with our client(s) to discuss a remedy - in many cases, saving our clients thousands of dollars in costs - costs they would otherwise have assumed on the purchase.

Simply put, the lowest-priced inspector is not necessarily a bargain. The inspector's qualifications - including experience, training, and professional affiliations, should be your primary considerations. Do not assume that inspectors performing 3-4 inspections in a day is a positive attribute. To complete a proper inspection requires 3-4 hours of on-site activity, and additional time off-site to compile a final report. All this time, and attention to detail is always in YOUR best interest!

Q) Can’t I do it myself?

A) Even the most experienced homeowner lacks the knowledge and expertise of a professional home inspector. A professional home inspector has the experience, depth of knowledge and training to make an unbiased and informed report of the condition of a property. An inspector is familiar with the many elements of home construction, proper installation and maintenance. An inspector understands how the home's systems and components are intended to function together, as well as how and why they fail and knows what to look for and is uniquely suited to interpret what their findings reveal about the condition of the property.

Most buyers find it difficult to remain objective and unemotional about the house they really want, and this may affect their judgment. For the most accurate information about the condition of a home, always obtain an impartial third-party opinion by an expert in the field of home inspection.

Q) Can a house fail a home inspection?

A) No. A professional home inspection is an examination of the current condition of your home. It is not an appraisal, which determines market value, or a municipal inspection, which verifies compliance to local codes and standards. A home inspector will not pass or fail a house. A home inspection describes the physical condition of a property and indicates what may need repair or replacement.

Q) When do I call in the home inspector?

A) Before you sign the contract or purchase agreement, make your purchase obligation contingent upon the findings of a professional home inspection. This clause should specify the terms to which both the buyer and seller are obligated. Contact a home inspector immediately after the contract or purchase agreement has been signed. Coastal Inspection Services is aware of the time constraints involved in purchase agreements and will be available to conduct the required inspection as soon as possible.

Q) Do I have to be there?

A) While it is not necessary for you to be present, it is always recommended that you make time to join the inspector for their visit. This allows you to observe the inspector, ask questions as you learn about the condition of the home, how its systems work, and how to maintain them. After you have seen the property with the inspector, you will find the written report easier to understand.

Q) What if the report reveals problems?

A) No house is perfect. When the inspector identifies problems, it does not indicate you should not buy the house. His findings serve to educate you in advance of the purchase about the condition of the property. A seller may adjust the purchase price or contract terms if major problems are discovered during an inspection. If your budget is tight, or if you do not want to be involved in future repair work, this information will be extremely valuable.

Q) If the house proves to be in good condition, did I really need an inspection?

A) Yes. Now you can complete your home purchase with confidence about the condition of the property and all its equipment and systems. From the inspection, you will have learned many things about your new home, and will want to keep that information for future reference.

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