Inspections
Once you have found the perfect house and are under contract, it is time for inspections! Certain types of loans may require a specific inspection, but most don’t require any. Your agent will work with your lender to determine if any are needed.
Below are some of the most common inspections. If a home inspector notes a system is not working properly, then a more certified technician may be needed to determine if a problem exists.
Home Inspections:
Inspector checks out the whole home and lets you know any and all things that may be an issue. It will also provide you with a wealth of knowledge about your home, such as cutoffs and such at your new home. Price is based on square footage.
Inspections start at $400
Radon
Radon is a colorless, odorless radioactive gas that can lead to lung cancer. We do have Radon in this area. If a home test high for radon a radon mitigation can be installed to mitigate the problem.
Price starts at $125
Pest Inspection
Wood destroying Insect report (termite) inspection and State Certificate Issue. It is always a good thing to know if termites have been in the wood of your home, and if any treatment is needed.
Inspections start at $125
Well Inspection
If your home has a well, a well contractor can be hired to inspect the well, casing, gallons per minute, flow rate, etc. This does not include a water test.
Price starts at $350
Water Testing
There are 3 different types of water testing
– Basic Bacteria Test – Test for Total Coliform and E. Coli (starts at $99)
– Lender Water Test – Test for Total Coliform, E.Coli, Lead, Nitrate, Nitrite
(starts at $165) Government loans (FHA, VA, USDA) require this test if
home is on a well
Premium Water Test – – Test for Total Coliform, E.Coli, Lead, Nitrate,
Nitrite, pH, Total Dissolved Solids, Iron, Total Alkalinity, Copper,
Phosphorus, Total Chlorine, Turbidity, Free Chlorine (starts at $240)
Survey
Surveys let you know exactly what you are buying, pinpoint your property corners and find any easements on the property. Survey prices vary widely, estimates are recommended.
Septic Inspection
Septic inspections include locating the septic tank, property and permit research, uncovering tank lids, finding the drain field area, inspecting the tank, d.box, camera inspection of septic lines, written reports are provided.
Septic Inspections start at $350
Septic Pumping
Pumping is not included with the septic inspection, but is recommended at the time of inspection.
Septic Pumping starts at $355
Chimney Inspections
If your home is equipped with a wood burning fireplace a chimney inspection may be a good idea. There are different levels of chimney inspections.
