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FAQ

Do I need a Home Inspector?

After your REALTOR®, possibly the most important professional you’ll choose to assist you in your home purchase is a qualified home inspector. Through a professional home inspection you’ll become an informed buyer in one of the most important purchases in your lifetime!

Are All Home Inspectors Equal?

No. A qualified home inspector, should be state licensed (where applicable) and adhere to the rigid standards of their local state licensing law. If no state licensing is required, a qualified inspector should be a member of a professional home inspection association such as the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI), The International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI) or a similar group.

How do I choose a Qualified Home Inspector?

First, ask questions! Remember, education about home inspections is the key to being a satisfied home buyer!

Top 12 Questions to Ask a Home Inspector

Question BPG Inspection Services
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 Do you have formal training as a home inspector? BPG inspectors have extensive classroom training followed by professional mentoring and on-the-job training by our senior inspection team.  All BPG Inspectors are required to complete regular continuing education to maintain their superior training levels.
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 Are you backed by a company with a reputation for professionalism? Not only are BPG inspectors are backed by the nation’s largest employee-based inspection company, but BPG is also part of the Fidelity National Financial family of companies; a Fortune 500 company.
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 Are you covered by professional liability insurance? BPG inspectors are covered by industry leading Errors and Omissions Workers Compensation and General Liability policies.
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 Do you guarantee the work that you perform? BPG provides a 90 Day Inspection Guarantee* as added protection with every inspection.
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 Can I contact you for questions after the inspection? With Extended Advice, clients receive 12 months of expert advice with every inspection, including expert advice direct from BPG.
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 What will it cost? It is important to remember that costs should not be the only factor you consider, but we understand that is important.  the cost for a single family home inspection varies by the size, age and location of the home.  Additional products like WDO inspections and Radon testing can also change the price.  You can get a specific price quote by accessing our online scheduling system
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 Can a house fail an inspection? No, a home inspection reports on the condition of the home at a particular day and time.  It is not a municipal or code compliance inspection that would “pass” or “fail” a home.  Our detailed report will provide action and consideration items for your review.
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 Will you provide me with references? BPG is happy to provide you with client references.
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 Do you produce a narrative or checklist type report? BPG provides a Key Findings, Items Inspected and comprehensive Property Information narrative report professionally produced to meet your ongoing requirements for your investment.
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 Will I receive my report quickly? The reports  are available via our Web site within 24 hours of the inspection.
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 Will you repair any problems or conditions you find for an additional charge? No, it is a conflict of interest for a home inspector to do repair work on a home he/she inspects.
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 May I attend the inspection along with my REALTOR®? BPG encourages you and your REALTOR® to accompany the inspector on the inspection.

What Should a Home Inspection Include?

A comprehensive home inspection should cover the essential systems and structural components of the home including: