Blue Sky Home Inspection Engineers, Denver Colorado

Denver Colorado Certified Home Inspection

When is the best time to schedule my Colorado home inspection?You should schedule the home inspection right after you have signed the offer to purchase contract and prior to signing the final purchase and sales agreement. Before you sign the offer to purchase contract, make sure there is a home inspection clause stating that the offer to purchase is contingent upon the findings of a professional home inspection.

What should be done to prepare for the home inspection?Have the home seller:

Have all utilities (gas, electric, water) turned on
Make sure all pilot lights are lit on gas appliances
Clear access to crawlspaces, attics, electric panels, water heaters and furnaces
Unlock fences, crawlspace hatches, etc.

See 10 Tips to Speed up your Home Inspection for more information.

Should I attend the home inspection?Absolutely, you will learn the most about your new home by attending the inspection. By attending the home inspection, you'll know exactly what areas, systems, and components require attention. In addition, you'll be able to ask any questions or express any concerns that you might have and learn tips for home maintenance. Most importantly, you will be able to see your Colorado home through the eyes of a critical third party.

How long will the inspection take? The length of the home inspection will depend on the size, age, and condition of the home. For most single family homes, 3-4 hours is typical. For larger homes and homes in poor condition, it may take longer. Condominiums and town homes usually take about 2 hours.

When will I get the inspection report? Usually the day of or the day after the inspection due to the fact that I will spend several more hours working on your color-coded, narrative report with digital photos and a summary report. Please let me know your deadline when ordering your home inspection.

The house looked fine when I walked through it, why should I get a home inspection? You're about to spend thousands of dollars on expensive Colorado real estate and once you sign the final purchase agreement, you'll be on your own to make any repairs, replace any equipment, or perform any necessary maintenance. That is why it is so important to know as much as possible about the home before you make the commitment to buy. A home inspection will: 1) Allow you to see the home through the eyes of a critical third party; 2) Determine components that are not performing properly or are near the end of their useful life; 3) Identify areas where repairs may be needed now or where there may have been problems in the past; 4) Determine any unsafe components or areas. By having a certified home inspection performed by Blue Sky Home Inspection Engineers, you greatly lower your risk of any hidden surprises down the road and will have the opportunity to re-negotiate a lower sales price if any defects or problems are discovered during your home inspection.

What does the full home inspection include? Our Full Home Inspection

What if the home inspection reveals any problems? The main objective of the home inspection is to learn detailed information about the home and to find any major defects or safety concerns. When you get your inspection done, remember that every house has defects and that no house is perfect. Often, the inspection report is incorrectly viewed as list of items the seller must fix. The seller is under no obligation to fix anything. Repairs are subject to negotiation between the seller and you. The buyer will usually request that certain items be fixed before the close of escrow; then it up to the seller what they will fix, except what is required by state law, local ordinance, or the offer to purchase contract. Purchase contracts usually stipulate that safety issues be resolved, fixtures working, windows are not broken, and that there are no leaks in the roof or plumbing. Please consult with your realtor to develop an appropriate repair request list.

What if I have questions after the inspection? You will always receive the utmost in personal service. I welcome all your questions you might have by telephone and email as long as you own the house. There will be no charge as long as I don't have to come back out to the house.

What does a home inspection cost? The cost of the home inspection will vary depending on square footage, age, and optional services such as radon testing. Be careful hiring a home inspector based on price alone. Some home inspectors charge less because they do several home inspections a day and will give you a check list report instead of a narrative one. What does that mean to you? They will be spending less time on your prospective home and rushing through the inspection raising the chances that they will miss something. At Blue Sky, I won't inspect more than 2 houses a day to make sure I have the time at your home to do the job right. One defect missed by a bargain inspector could cost you 100 times what you saved. In addition to the time spent at the inspection, I will spend a few more hours working on your color-coded narrative report with digital photos and a summary report. Some inspectors will give you a check list report at the conclusion of the inspection that is up to you to decipher and interpret.

I'm looking for a very thorough inspection performed by a professional home inspector, how do I know you qualify?