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Find home inspection prosA standard single-family inspection runs $300–$600 depending on square footage and age. Sewer scope adds $150–$300, termite/WDI $75–$150, radon $125–$250. Most inspections take 2–4 hours with the report delivered same or next day.
Most U.S. buyers pay $300–$600 for a standard home inspection. Larger homes (3,000+ sq. ft.), older homes, and add-ons like sewer scope or radon testing push the total to $700–$1,000.
Yes. Walking the last 30–45 minutes with your inspector turns a 40-page report into a short list of what actually matters — safety issues, big-ticket systems, and items worth negotiating.
Standard inspections are visual and non-invasive. They exclude inside walls, sewer lines (unless you add a scope), mold, radon, pools, and code compliance. Specialty add-ons cover those.
Plan on 2–4 hours for a typical single-family home, longer for homes over 3,000 sq. ft. or with a crawlspace. Most inspectors deliver the written photo report the same day or the next morning.
No lender requires a general home inspection, but it is the only step that protects you from inheriting expensive defects. Skipping it during the option period gives up your leverage to negotiate repairs or walk away.
Yes. Independent phase inspections (pre-drywall and final) routinely catch framing, flashing, and HVAC issues, and an 11-month inspection lets you file warranty claims before the builder warranty expires.
You can request repairs, ask for a price reduction or closing-cost credit, or terminate during the option period. Focus negotiations on safety issues and major systems — roof, foundation, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing — not cosmetic items.