A professional home inspection is an impartial third-party visual evaluation of the physical structure and major systems in the home: electrical, plumbing, heating, roofing, interior and exterior ...

Home inspections are often viewed as a formality: Just one of the many steps involved in buying or selling a property. But beyond that, it's a valuable opportunity for buyers who want to learn more ...

Whether you’ve had a home inspection done before or this is your first time, there are a few basics buyers should know. To help clarify the process, here are the answers to five common questions. The ...

Reader Question: I am a home inspector. Customers tell me I am a good inspector. I always want to improve my methods when I can. Your answer to this question could help focus my efforts. What are the ...

A thorough home inspection can be the difference between a great deal and a terrible one. Here are the questions any home buyer should ask. By Tim Heffernan I recently reread the inspection report for ...

Prospective home buyers always have the option to ask for a Home Inspection Contingency prior to closing on a property. A few years back when it was a seller's market, it wasn't unusual to see buyers ...

Eric Swiatek is a licensed home inspector with over two decades of experience in the housing industry and an up-to-date radon testing license. He has performed over ...

Lauren has six years of experience writing and editing home improvement content. She covered lifestyle, DIY, design and cleaning at The Spruce for five years and contributed home improvement pieces to ...

Home inspection contingency waivers increased during the pandemic-fueled seller’s market. It's a risky move that isn’t right for every homebuyer. Evaluate your cash flow and investing goals before ...