How much will a home inspection cost?
Since size, age and condition of homes vary greatly, inspection fees are not a one-size-fits-all matter. Some homes or condos can be inspected in two to three hours while older or larger homes may take four hours or more. Some inspection reports take 1-2 hours to complete, while others take three or more hours. Some "informational" websites state that home inspection fees run from $200 to $375. These "low" fees are based on an inspector doing two to three inspections per day. Considering that a thorough inspection with a finished report may take six to eight hours to complete, how thorough is the inspector who completes two to three inspections and reports in one day?
Let's put home inspection fees in perspective. If you are buying a $400,000 home and the inspection fee is $700, that's less than 2/10ths of 1% of the price of the home. Most real estate agencies charge a 3% to 6% commission fee to sell a home. That equals $12,000 to $24,000 for a $400,000 home! The cost of a top-quality home inspection is a bargain because it provides you with peace of mind. With LAST-LOOK INSPECTION SERVICES, we will make sure you know your investment. Please call (630) 333-3837 for inspection services pricing.
