What is buyer's home inspection?
A buyer's home inspection evaluates visible and accessible property conditions during the purchase process so the buyer can review the report before moving forward.
Buyers often have limited time to understand a property. An inspection can document visible conditions and organize questions before the due-diligence period ends.
What the inspection may review
The exact scope depends on the property, inspection agreement, access, provider, and any additional services requested. Visible and accessible components may be organized by systems and documented in a written report.
Major property systems
Visible and accessible conditions may be reviewed and documented based on the agreed inspection scope.
Visible safety concerns
Visible and accessible conditions may be reviewed and documented based on the agreed inspection scope.
Moisture and drainage indicators
Visible and accessible conditions may be reviewed and documented based on the agreed inspection scope.
Roof and exterior
Visible and accessible conditions may be reviewed and documented based on the agreed inspection scope.
Interior spaces
Visible and accessible conditions may be reviewed and documented based on the agreed inspection scope.
Report photos and observations
Visible and accessible conditions may be reviewed and documented based on the agreed inspection scope.
When this inspection is commonly requested
- After the property is under contract
- Before the due-diligence deadline
- Before repair negotiations or closing decisions
- As soon as access can be coordinated
Questions to prepare before scheduling
- What is the due-diligence deadline?
- Will utilities be on for the inspection?
- Is the property occupied?
- Are there seller disclosures or known repairs?
Choose the Metro Atlanta property location
Select the city where the property is located to open the local buyer's home inspection page.