What to Expect During Your Home Inspection

If you have never been through a home inspection before, you might not know what to expect. And honestly, a lot of first-time buyers show up not knowing what I am actually looking at or why. That is totally normal. Here is a straightforward rundown so you can walk in prepared.

How Long It Takes

Most inspections take between 2 and 4 hours. The exact time depends on the size of the home, its age, and what condition it is in. Older homes, bigger homes, and homes with deferred maintenance usually take longer. A small, newer home in good shape can move faster. Either way, I am not rushing. I take the time it takes.

What I Look At

I go through every accessible area of the home from top to bottom. That means the roof, attic, walls, foundation, crawl space or basement, electrical panel, plumbing, HVAC system, water heater, windows, doors, and more.

On every inspection I also run a thermal camera scan. That lets me find hidden moisture in walls and ceilings, missing insulation, and electrical hot spots that are not visible to the naked eye. It is one of the most useful tools I have.

If the roof pitch and conditions allow, I also fly a drone to get a full aerial view of the roof and exterior. That gives a much more complete picture than standing on the ground or even a ladder.

Should You Be There?

Yes. I strongly encourage it. You do not have to follow me around the whole time, but being on-site means I can point things out as I find them and answer your questions face to face. At the end I do a walkthrough with you and go over everything I found.

A report is useful. But walking through a home with me and hearing me explain what I found in plain terms is much more valuable. You will leave with a real understanding of the property, not just a PDF.

What the Report Includes

Your report is delivered the same day. It includes:

• Photos of every issue I found
• Clear descriptions of what it is and why it matters
• A breakdown of what needs attention and what is routine maintenance

I keep the language simple. You should not need a contractor background to understand your inspection report.

What Happens If I Find Something

Finding issues during an inspection is normal. Almost every home has something. My job is to help you understand whether those issues are serious concerns, normal maintenance items, or things that just need to be monitored over time.

Some findings are worth negotiating with the seller. Others are small enough that you just want to know about them going in. I give you my honest take so you can make a confident decision about how to move forward.

Ready to Schedule?

If you are under contract on a home in Pottstown or anywhere in Montgomery County and need an inspection, reach out. I respond quickly and will work around your closing timeline. Call or text 610-322-1876 or email remidyinspections@gmail.com.