Inspection Details
Included in Your Inspection
VetInspect offers professional home inspections for buying, selling, or maintaining your property. We explain your home’s condition, outline potential repairs, and provide a detailed report (HTML/PDF) with explanations and pictures for your reference.
Structural Systems
Foundations, grading & drainage, basements, walkways, and floor, wall and ceiling structures.
Roofing
Roof coverings, drainage systems, flashings and skylights, chimneys and other roof penetrations.
Electrical Systems
Service entrance and panels, branch circuits, connected devices and fixtures, smoke and carbon monoxide detectors, and making sure your outlets are GFCI *and AFCI protected where required.*
Plumbing
Fixtures and faucets, water supply systems, drain, waste and vent systems, water heater, vents, flues and chimneys, and any sump pumps or fuel storage and distribution systems.
Heating, Vents, AC Systems
Heating and cooling equipment, ducts, vents and flues.
Appliances
Dishwasher, garbage disposal, range hood, range or oven, cooktop, microwave, trash compactor, bathroom exhaust fans, garage door operator, and other built-in appliances.
Exterior
Exterior Wall Covering Materials, Eaves, Soffits and Fascia, Windows and Doors, Porches, Patios, Decks and Balconies, Grading, Drainage and Walls.
VISUAL & INFORMATIVE REPORTS
High-Quality Photos for Clear Communication
Red and orange annotations highlight key areas in your report's photos for effortless understanding.
Step-by-Step Breakdown of Your Home's Health
Reports are sectioned by area (Interior, Electrical, etc.) for a clear and easy-to-follow inspection review.
Get Your Inspection Report Same Day
Make informed decisions quickly with our guaranteed same day inspection report delivery.
Mobile-Friendly Reports for On-the-Go Convenience
Review your inspection findings anytime, anywhere with our mobile-friendly reports.
Get Answers with a Follow-Up Consultation
Get the most out of your inspection with a free consultation to discuss findings, recommendations, and next steps.
Generate Repair Requests with Ease
Agents can quickly copy and paste information from the report using the Repair Request Document Generator, in order to request concessions or repairs from sellers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Buying or selling a home can be a stressful experience, but we’re here to ensure you know what to expect during your home inspection.
A home inspection includes checking for any structural issues such as foundation cracks, roof leaks, plumbing issues, electrical wiring, heating/cooling systems, insulation, windows, doors, chimneys, etc. Depending on how big the property is, a home inspection typically takes 2-3 hours.
Ensure all inspection points are free from clutter, including any closets that might lead to a crawlspace or attic, and clearing some space around your home’s perimeter. It’s also important to check the functionality of all built-in appliances, electric, and gas. If you don’t plan to attend the inspection, make sure your inspector has access to the home, and all pets are properly contained or moved.
A home doesn’t pass or fail an inspection. Instead, a home inspection is a thorough audit of your home’s components. In most cases, there will be concerns marked on your home inspection report, but these are strictly informative.
While you can legally skip a home inspection in many cases, doing so could mean you may end up buying a home which may require an unexpected costly repair.
Repairs aren’t included in the inspection, but we explain the issues we find and recommend repairs or next steps. We also point out minor maintenance or repairs that may be suitable for DIY, depending on your experience and comfort level. When professional help is needed, your report identifies the type of qualified professional to contact, such as an electrician, plumber, roofer, or HVAC contractor.
A home inspection can uncover problems that may lower a property’s value because of the cost to repair them or their effect on the home’s condition. For example, a roof needing replacement or a damaged foundation may influence the appraiser’s valuation if those conditions are considered in the appraisal. Completing repairs may help preserve or improve the home’s value. Buyers and sellers can use the findings to negotiate who handles repairs or whether the purchase price should change.