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Whether you’re buying, selling, or building your home, National Property Inspections offers comprehensive home inspection services that help you make informed decisions about your investment.
NPI inspectors are experts in their field, performing a thorough visual and non-invasive inspection of the home from roof to foundation. They identify safety issues and document the true condition of the home, even in areas you may not think to check.
You’ll receive a detailed digital report filled with high-resolution photos and descriptions of your inspector’s findings in plain language that’s easy to understand. Don’t see the service you want listed below? Call us! We can customize our services to fit your specific needs.
Before you close on your new home, an NPI homebuyer’s inspection sheds light on hundreds of its most important components, from the roof and furnace to plumbing and foundation. Your home inspector performs a detailed assessment of the property, so you can make a smart home-buying decision and prepare for future maintenance. Learn more about buyer’s inspections.
Getting an inspection before your home hits the market can help your house sell faster and for top-dollar. Pre-listing inspections also let you know which parts of your home to fix before they become deal breakers for potential buyers. A thorough NPI inspection report included in your home’s disclosure documents can improve your bargaining power, letting prospective buyers know you’ve done your homework. Learn more about pre-listing inspections.
NPI’s construction draw and phase inspections help lenders and property owners stay on schedule and budget during new construction. Your inspector will document your project’s progress every step of the way, with draw inspection reports that can be customized to your specific needs and timeline. This ensures that project funds are spent appropriately according to the construction plan, which minimizes the risk of expensive delays and mistakes. Learn more about new construction phase inspections.
Most newly constructed homes come with a 12-month Builder’s Warranty. Before yours expires, order an NPI home inspection to give you peace of mind for the future. Your inspector will note the condition of hundreds of your home’s most important systems and components and provide a detailed report of their findings so you can address possible issues with the builder. Catch problems before your Builder’s Warranty expires to help you save money and valuable time. Learn more about NPI’s builder’s warranty inspections.
To secure a mortgage for a new or existing manufactured home, lenders require certification that the structure’s foundation complies with Federal Housing Administration (FHA) standards. With a Permanent Foundation Certification Inspection from National Property Inspections, your inspector will verify that your manufactured home meets these standards by conducting a structural inspection. Learn more about manufactured home inspections.
A 203k loan is a financing option for homebuyers and homeowners looking to purchase or refinance a property that needs renovation. However, navigating the complexities of a 203k loan can be challenging without expert assistance. Our 203k loan consulting services are designed to guide you through every step of the process, ensuring your renovation project is completed efficiently and successfully. Learn more about 203k loan consulting from NPI.
If you’re away from your home for an extended period of time, NPI’s trained and licensed inspectors can serve as your eyes and ears while you’re away, ensuring your property remains safe, secure and in great condition. We work with you to schedule and customize a checklist based on your specific needs and provide a weekly or monthly digital report, complete with photos. Learn more about what’s included with our Home Watch service.
How to Prepare for A Home Inspection
National Property Inspections conducts visual, non-invasive inspections. This means we’ll never look behind walls, dissemble electrical panels, or deliberately move personal items. To receive the most accurate home inspection report, the current home occupant should follow these simple preparation steps.
Our NPI inspectors are pet friendly, but in order to provide the most thorough inspection of all systems, it’s best to have pets either away from the home or secured in a crate in a non-essential space. The majority of inspections last approximately three hours. Refrain from securing them in a room, yard, basement, garage, or any other space which could prevent the inspector from getting a complete look at your property.
Your inspector will need room to stand and kneel around your entire furnace, electrical panels, and water heater. You’ll want to clear the floor around these areas, leaving an area of three to four feet for the inspector to work.
Your inspector will be checking your water, electric, gas, and any other appliances that may be connected, so leave all utilities on. If utilities are not turned on, the inspector will need to reschedule the inspection and return at a later date.
Inspectors are not permitted to ignite pilot lights for liability reasons. In order to test your water heater, furnace, and gas stove, you’ll need to leave all pilot lights ignited.
Your inspector will be taking a look at all garages, sheds, and your exterior electrical box. Leave all keys and garage door openers out in an easy-to-find location with clear labels and directions. You’ll also want to leave any special instructions.
Clear a path to access points for basements, crawl spaces, and garages and be sure to unbolt any doors. If these spaces are being used for storage, move all items out from the wall by at least two feet. It’s also a good idea to vacuum cobwebs and look for any rodent activity.
It’s important to clear the area around the foundation of your home so your inspector can examine it for damage. Clear away leaves, brush, or snow along the perimeter of your home and be sure there are no other obstacles in the way, such as garbage cans. If tree branches are touching your siding or roof, your inspector will note it in their final report, so it’s best to trim any away from the house.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Home Inspections
National Property Inspections {{Location}} is here to help you get the clarity and confidence you need to make an informed home purchase. Below, we’ve compiled answers to some of the most common questions that our clients often have about home inspections, so you can feel informed and prepared as you move forward in your homebuying journey.
A home inspection is an unbiased assessment performed by a specially licensed or certified third-party inspector. The purpose of an inspection is to determine the property’s condition in order to help buyers determine that a home is safe and affordable to them before moving forward with the purchase. A home inspection report may also be used to negotiate any needed repairs with the property’s seller.
The average home inspection takes between 2 and 3 hours. Factors that can affect the inspector’s time on site include the size and age of the property, and any additional services requested.
We encourage you (and your agent if applicable) to be present for the last 30 minutes of the inspection so that we can conduct a final walkthrough. During this time, we’ll show you any important findings and you’ll have a chance to ask as many questions as you’d like.
Your inspector will assess all of the home’s major structures and systems to determine their current condition, as well as needed maintenance or repairs. We also pay close attention to issues that can compromise the health and safety of a home like water intrusion, gas leaks, smoke detector functionality, handrail placement, and trip hazards.
No, your inspector will not damage, modify, or move anything in the home to complete the inspection. We have the tools and technology to spot hidden issues and enter hard-to-reach places without the need for invasive measures.
The inspection report we provide is the property of the party that pays for the inspection service. In most real estate transactions, the homebuyer pays for the inspection of the home they’ve made the offer on. For pre-listing inspections, the home seller owns the report, but they often make it available to potential buyers.
No, your inspection report is not used to determine the home’s value and won’t be taken into consideration by county assessors.
Yes! Even new homes can have hidden issues you need to know about. Our inspectors often uncover potential repairs in homes that have not been moved into yet.
Your inspector will guide you through their findings during a final walkthrough of the home. Use this opportunity to ask any questions you have about your home’s systems, structures, recommended maintenance tasks, and more. Remember, your inspector is there as a resource for you, so no question is too big or small.
