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FAQs
At Kindred Dwelling Home Inspections we do our best to answer all of your questions. Below you will find a list of what we believe are the most frequently asked questions. If you have any questions that have not been answered below, do not hesistate to contact us.
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A typical inspection should take 2 to 3 hours to complete. This can vary, given the current condition and size of the home, the accessibility of mechanical systems, and so on. As a courtesy to sellers, we recommend that they be informed of the timeframe in a pre-purchase home inspection situation.
Our priority is the safety and functionality of all components of the house. These include the Roof, Exterior, Structure & Foundation, Electrical, Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, Insulation, and Interior. Our goal is to identify any existing major problems that would affect a typical buyer's decision to purchase.
Our typical fee for an inspection is <$399>. However, some factors will affect the fee; such as, square footage and ancillary services* requested beyond the scope of a typical home inspection.
*Radon, Wood Boring Pests, and Mold Inspections- Complete home inspection conducted by an experienced licensed and insured professional.
- Comprehensive digital home inspection report inspection delivered to you within 24hours of home inspection.
- Technical support for as long as you own your home.
Definitely. We encourage you to attend. The inspection is a valuable learning experience for homebuyers.
You don't have to take notes during the inspection we do the work for you! We will photograph and document everything of consequence in a digital report. At the end of the inspection we provide you with a summary report and answer any questions you might have. Your full report will come within 24 hours.
Absolutely! You may want to bring some questions that you have regarding the home. You should also feel free to stop the inspector and ask questions as you go.
You are more than welcome to have your family present however, this is a technical evaluation, and you will be interacting with the inspector who will be giving your potential home all of their attention.
You do receive a digital report. It would be unfair to ask you to remember all of the things we cover during a home inspection. The report includes a summary of the condition of the home and details on the saftey and functionality of the home. It is delivered within 24 hours after the inspection.
No. Our goal is to report on the condition of the house, indicating potential repairs and expenses. Ultimately, it is your decision as to whether or not you buy the house. The home inspection is very important but it is only one piece of the puzzle. Only you know all of the factors at play. Your real estate professional can help you here.
A home inspection is a professional opinion based on less-than-complete information. It's a little like getting a check-up from your doctor. It improves your odds of good health but there is no guarantee or warranty. Some problems can only be discovered by living in a house; they cannot be discovered during a home inspection. For example, some shower stalls leak when people use the shower but don't leak when you simply turn on the shower. Some roofs and basements only leak when specific weather conditions exist. Some problems will only be discovered when carpets are lifted, furniture is moved or finishes are removed. As such, we cannot and do not offer a warranty on the house. Home warranty programs are available from others.
Our inspectors are graduates of the Inspection Certification Associates. All were hired for their excellent communication skills and their hands-on experience and must pass a national background check before employment. Our Inspectors are licensed and insured in the state of North Carolina. Our inspectors also keep their skills current with continuing education programs both through the company and on their own.
Our inspectors are state licensed and members of American Society of Home Inspectors. ASHI works alongside governing bodies of all levels across the nation to ensure that home inspectors and homebuyers alike are protected within the real estate market. ASHI believes that when home inspectors can offer comprehensive consultation to their homebuying clients, home safety and healthy living conditions are being promoted one home at time.
Our team of inspectors is ready to serve you at a moments notice, sometimes same day service can be provided. However, when the sale of a home is conditional on the results of a home inspection, we recommend that you allow at least three days to arrange for a home inspection.
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Serving North Carolina