22 Questions to Ask Any Home Inspection Company

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QUESTIONS	Electrospec	Other 1	Other 2
1. How long have you been in the home inspection business?	Since 1994
2. How many resale home inspections has your firm completed?	Approx. 500 yearly
3. What qualifications does the inspector have?	Our Inspectors
4. How long is the average inspection?	2.5 - 3 hours
5. Do you inspect to the Standards of Practice of the Canadian Association of Home & Property Inspectors?	Yes
6. How much do you charge?	$400-
7. May I attend the inspection?	Yes, we encourage it.
8. Will I get my written report on-site?	Yes
9. What else do I get?	400-page Home Reference Book
10. Do you inspect wood stoves and fireplaces?	Yes, at no extra cost.
11. Do you inspect farm buildings, cottages, heritage homes, mobile and modular homes?	Yes
12. Can you provide approximate costs for repairs and improvements?	Yes
13. Do you contract for repairs or improvements?	No
14. Are you affiliated with any real estate or construction company?	No
15. Do you solicit, receive or give referral fees?	No
16. Can I call at a later date, for information or advice?	Yes, at no cost.
17. What are your telephone hours?	8am - 8pm 7 days a week
18. What is your availability?	9am and 1pm weekdays
19. How much notice do you require?	1 to 7 days, depending upon season.
20. Do you accept cheques and credit cards?	Yes, and Debit Cards
21. Are you willing to invoice my relocation company?	Yes
22. Can you provide references?	Yes