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If you are set on getting a low
price, I recommend you re-read the proceeding six
web pages.. Also consider that I provide a 90 day
(limited) Inspection guarantee, and full service even
after the inspection. If you're my client, you can call
me any time for any reason, I'm here to help you in any way I
can. I'm fully aware that you are spending
some serious money; the usual fees paid over the course of
a home sale including commissions, financing points, appraisals,
pest reports, escrow fees, inspections, moving, and the like,
average eight percent of the sale price.
That's Forty-Thousand Dollars on a Five Hundred Thousand
Dollar sale; and some new furniture or appliances might be nice
too. Eh? I'm not surprised that you are looking to
save some money. This is "NOT" where you want to go with the
lowest price.
Even a top notch Home
Inspection on a median priced home in our area is
about one tenth of one percent. Now that's real
value. If you save seventy-five dollars on the
inspection you have cleared less than one fourth, of
one tenth, of one percent. (0.02%)
I would also implore you
to compare apples to apples in regard to pricing.. I am a
"CREIA MASTER CERTIFIED INSPECTOR" Please check around for
pricing from other "CREIA Master Inspectors" before you decide I am
overpriced. I am very competitive in regard to other
inspectors with my credentials and experience.. (See
The Inspector Page)
Two more things
regarding this issue and I promise I will shut-up and post
my prices...
First. You're lender
will require an appraisal, it will cost you between $375.00 and
$600.00 or more. Now I like appraisers, I happen to have
several friends who are appraisers, I'm a member of The Federation
of Real Estate Appraisers, but you are not going to get much in the
terms of customer service from your appraiser. They are
charged with providing an un-biased review of the value of your
purchase, and that's what they do; but make no mistake; they work
for the bank. I, on the other hand, am charged
with providing an un-biased review of readily visible
defects in the construction, systems, and safety of your
purchase. Yes, un-biased; but make no mistake, I work for
you, and I take my responsibility for your safety, and
investment very seriously. After the inspection and
review, if you don't feel that I have earned every dime of my fee;
just say the word and I'll gladly accept whatever you feel is
fair. (Ephesians 6:5-8)
**Second** My Un-Conditional 100% Price
Guarantee: I will match ANY firm price you get from any
other Inspector with my credentials, who issues a
narrative style computer generated report, and has a current E
& O insurance policy with General Liability coverage in
force. Just give me the Inspectors name
and phone number, I can confirm if they are
currently insured 15 minutes after I speak to them on any
weekday during normal business hours. (within my
service area)
Fees
These fees are for
standard home inspections, please read the list of additional fees
below related to older construction and added features to
reduce surprises at the inspection. it's usually best to
give us a call to confirm prices before we agree to work
together.
These are not the
lowest fees in our area, (nor the highest) but I am a
fully insured, properly trained and Certified CREIA "Master"
/ FREA / ICBO Member, and a Licensed General
Contractor. I also go to nearly every local CREIA
meeting, special event, seminar, and education conference. (they
ain't cheap) I spend a good deal of time
participating in professional inspection related activity. If
there is a new issue circulating in regards to this profession, I'm
up to speed on it.
Be sure to read below the
price list for any additional fees that may apply to your
inspection, including my fee to bill escrow if you need that
service.
Houses built before 1990 add $25.00
-- Before 1980 add $40.00 -- Before 1970 add
$55.00
Up to 1500 Square Feet:
$345.00
1501 - 2200 Square Feet:
$365.00
2201 - 2600 Square Feet:
$385.00
2601 - 3000 Square Feet:
$405.00
3001 - 3400 Square Feet:
$425.00
3401 - 3750 Square Feet: $455.00
Over 3750 Square
Feet?...Please give me a call
Older homes (Built before 1960), unusual features, and
homes on raised foundations incur additional fees as noted
below. All inspection fees should be confirmed to reduce
on site surprises; please call me if you are not clear on my
fee.
Homes
over 3750 Square feet, or over 50 years old require a
phone consultation, I can give you a good estimate, but may change
the fee on site due to unforeseen circumstances.. Multiple attics,
multiple HVAC systems, multiple fireplaces/chimneys, multiple
electric sub-panels, complex roofing
etc...
Brand
new construction, Condos, Active Military, and Seniors (Over 55)
are $15.00 less Only one discount
applies....
Extra
Fees:
Under Floor Crawl Space...$90.00
Pool/Spa...$90.00
Casita or Studio
Apartment.....$75.00/$100.00 With Kitchen
Basement..........$50.00/$65.00 With
Bath
Barn or Shop...$50.00/$65.00 With
Bath
I will gladly reduce
age related surcharge fees if the homes have been well (and
properly) cared for..
Prices subject to change
due to additional features or circumstances noted at inspection
site.
(We reserve the right
to decline our service at any time) This includes at the job
site
I get paid on the job,
I do accept Credit Cards over the phone, or at the job
site.
Escrow Billing:
There is a processing fee
of $125.00 to bill escrow, you would be surprised at how much
time I spend chasing escrow money, some of which I never
see. If the Inspection fee, and/or processing fee is not
paid from Escrow for any reason, there will be an additional
$75.00 processing fee to bill you directly after escrow
closes... These fees are earned, and payable, whether you buy
the house or not....
Manufactured Home prices are the same
as sticks and bricks construction plus the crawl space fee,
additional charges for age apply to Manufactured Homes as
well. I am Mobile Home Certified by The American Institute of
Inspectors. #M-3096. See my Mobile Home Page for more
information.
I "Work" For
You
If you know this guy, (No,
not me) you might qualify for a Senior
Discount!!! Hint... "CCR"
Call us at
1-866-346-3337 or 951-308-2424
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Choice" For Home Inspections
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