Building Knowledge, LLCThe Home Inspection Process
With over 13,000 inspections under our belt, Building Knowledge has the home inspection process down to a science. Here's what to expect:
Access
We carry a real estate lockbox key and can access all properties that are available via a lockbox. Many lockboxes are set to open at 9AM, so if our appointment precedes 9AM, please make arrangements for access.
Duration
On-site inspections range from 1.5 hours for a condominium to 6 hours for a multi-million dollar estate with multiple outbuildings. Properties with difficult access to crawl spaces and attics, and/or numerous defects require more time. Properties built on concrete slabs and with few defects require less time. On average, most homes require 2 to 3 hours on site.
Payment
Payment is expected at the time of inspection, in the form of personal check, cash, or credit card (AMEX, MC, or Visa).
Attending
Clients and agents are encouraged to attend the inspection, but we realize that busy individuals can’t always attend. Telephone consultation is also available to discuss the inspection and report.
Environmental Issues
We can provide environmental testing for mold, radon and asbestos upon request. Should you have any questions or would like additional information, do not hesitate to contact us.
Report Delivery
With electronic transmittal easily accessible these days, we prefer to send reports via email. The color digital photos can be clearly displayed and forwarded to agents, attorneys, contractors, family members and others. Reports are delivered in PDF format. The inspection report is generally transmitted within 24 hours of the inspection, and can be sent sooner upon request.