Everything you wanted to ask an inspector

Attending the inspection is not necessary. Some clients prefer to attend, especially for a summary when wrapping up on-site. The choice is completely yours.

Strictly speaking, no. The information provided is for the benefit of the client and is presented in a dispassionate manner. The inspector is not a party to the real-estate contract.

The report is designed as a "snapshot" of the condition of the house on the day of inspection. It includes general comments, repairs needed, and recommendations for specialist evaluation. Items not meeting our Standards of Practice are marked "deficient" with full descriptions, color photos are included where applicable, and a summary appears at the conclusion.

Reports are typically delivered the same evening as the inspection, in a modern, mobile-friendly format you can share with your agent, lender or a contractor.

We schedule with your closing timeline in mind and can often accommodate next-day or same-week appointments. Call or text for the fastest answer.

We serve Northern Vermont across Chittenden, Addison, Washington and Grand Isle counties, including Burlington, South Burlington, Essex, Williston, Shelburne, Middlebury and Montpelier, plus surrounding communities.

Most single-family homes take two and a half to three and a half hours on-site, depending on size, age and condition. Larger or older homes can take longer.

It's entirely your choice. Many clients join for the final on-site summary, but it isn't required; your full report stands on its own.

No. The report is a dispassionate snapshot of the home's condition on the day of inspection. The inspector isn't a party to your real-estate contract; the findings are there to inform your decision.

Pools fall outside the standard home-inspection scope, so a dedicated pool evaluation is a separate add-on. We can perform it during the same visit as your home inspection.

Pool repairs are among the most expensive surprises a buyer can face. Heaters, pumps and resurfacing run into the thousands, so knowing the condition up front protects your budget.

Municipal inspections verify that construction meets minimum code. They're not a quality review on your behalf, and they don't catch everything. An independent inspection represents your interests specifically.

It's an inspection performed at key stages of construction (typically pre-pour foundation, pre-drywall framing, and a final walk-through), so issues are caught while they're still easy and inexpensive to correct.

Most builder warranties last one year. An inspection around month eleven surfaces defects while they're still the builder's responsibility to fix at no cost to you.

Retail, office, multi-family, mixed-use and light-industrial buildings are common. Reach out with the property details and we'll confirm scope and fit before booking.

Because commercial buildings vary so widely, pricing is quoted per property based on type, size, age and the scope your transaction calls for. Contact us for a tailored quote.

Yes. Commercial deals run on tight diligence windows, and we schedule and report with those deadlines in mind.

Current homeowners who want peace of mind, with no sale or purchase involved. It's ideal a few years after buying, before listing, or any time you simply want to know where your home stands.

The scope is similar, but the emphasis shifts to safety and maintenance planning rather than a transaction. You get a prioritized roadmap of what to address and when.

No. This is a stand-alone photography service. We capture the aerial images you request; it isn't a substitute for a roof or property inspection, though the two can complement each other.

Roofs and upper exteriors, full-property and land overviews, real-estate listing angles, project and progress photos, and more. Let us know what you have in mind when you request your quote.

Pricing depends on the location and the type of photography you need, so we quote each job individually. Simply request a quote and tell us what you're looking for.