Types of Home Inspections In California

Brittany Read & Mike Read December 12, 2022

What inspections are needed when buying a house in California?

Types of Home Inspections in California

  • General inspection.
  • Foundation inspection.
  • Plumbing inspection.
  • Septic tank inspection. Mold inspection.
  • Termite inspection.
  • Mold inspection.
  • Chimney inspection.
 

Why would I want a home inspection?

An inspection is a good idea anytime you want a full rundown on any issues or problems with your house. 
 
If you’re already living there, it’s a lot less necessary than if you’re buying the home — when you will most definitely want an inspector to check for any potential red flags. 
They’ll be your problem after closing, and big issues can sometimes affect the insurability of your house (which, in turn, affects your loan eligibility), so home inspections are most common after an offer is made on a house but before the closing finalizes the deal.
 

Can you waive home inspection in California?

Sometimes buyers will waive their home inspection rights in their contingencies. A home inspection contingency is usually standard in purchase agreements, however, some buyers will choose to waive contingencies altogether to make their offer stand out more; a non-contingent offer is extremely enticing to a seller.
 
 

How much does it cost?

The price of the home inspection is going to depend on the size of the house. You can typically expect to spend around $300 on a home inspection, but smaller properties (less than 1,000 square feet) might cost only $200, whereas larger homes (more than 2,000 square feet) cost upwards of $400 to inspect. Ask an inspector or a real estate agent in your area what they usually cost to get a closer estimate.
 

Do you need an inspector for a new house?

It’s always a good idea to get a home inspection — even in a brand-new house. You don’t want to find out there’s a problem after you move in, and an inspection is the best way to figure that out. So follow the “trust, but verify” process with your builder: Trust that they did their very best to get your home in the best condition possible … then verify that they did just that with an official inspection.
 

Should you attend the inspection?

It’s usually a smart idea for the buyer to attend the inspection in case they have questions for the inspector or want to follow up on any notes the inspector makes. Many inspectors today use new technologies that allow them to include photos of any issues or potential problems, but there’s nothing like being there in person to better understand exactly what’s wrong and how to fix it.
 

What happens if a problem is uncovered?

If everything is not in good shape with the home you’re about to buy, there are options. Usually, when this happens, the buyers and the sellers start negotiating again — this time, to figure out who’s going to pay for the necessary repairs. That's where we come in! We guide you through the process with our knowledge and experience. We have you covered!
 
Buyers might be able to ask for some money to be knocked off the final sales price to accommodate for the problem, or sellers might decide to go ahead and fix it before closing. 
If everyone can come to an agreement that mutually is agreeable to everybody, then the sale can move forward.

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