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Avatar for Inspecdoc Inspection Services, Inc.
Inspecdoc Inspection Services, Inc.
4.8(
26
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Complete Home Inspection

Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Truly exceptional company with friendly, and experienced inspectors. We highly recommend Inspecdoc Inspections! Not only did they accommodate our tight schedule, they providde us with a very insightful and detailed report of their findings immediately after our inspection. We were very impressed with this company!"
20 Years servicing Southern California
Crawl spaces are part of the job!
Top to Bottom Inspections
Peter Hopkins
Response time9 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Stellar Property Inspections, LLC
4.6(
124
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Complete Home Inspection

Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Our inspection was treated with care and diligence. I’m very appreciate of Mike’s responsiveness and attention to detail. As a first time home buyer, he made me feel reassured and confident with the home inspection process I will gladly be recommending his services to my friends and family in the future."
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+24

Response time1 day
Response rate93%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Purvue Real Estate Inspections
5.0(
4
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Complete Home Inspection

Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Francisco has been my go-to home inspector since the begining of my career. I keep coming back to him because of his relentless work ethic, his ease of explaining terms to me and my clients, and his willingness to work with my crazy schedule. He is truly a god send, you cannot go wrong with choosing him for your next inspection."
Response time10 mins
5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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San Diego Abatement Services
4.5(
41
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Mold & Toxic Material Test

Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1985

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"In the middle of having my flooring installed, we discovered that I had asbestos in my kitchen and bathroom- the flooring installers walked out of the job immediately. I had 3 companies come and give me bids. San Diego Abatement Services was the most professional and knowledgeable. They scheduled the job the day after I called. They were polite, efficient, and did exactly what they promised to do. They were not the least expensive- but my confidence in a perfect job and the safety of my home was more important. They sent me the certificate of a clean air test so I can now finish my floors!"
Exterior Painting
Before - Acoustic Ceiling
After - Scraped & Textured
Asbestos Removal
Lead Removal Services

+2

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Clear View Roofing & Construction
4.9(
108
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Inspection - Roofing

Serving Poway, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Great experience with the roof inspection. The inspector was professional, on time, and very thorough. They explained everything clearly and provided helpful photos and recommendations. I would definitely recommend their service."
Tile Re-Roof
Shingle Roof
Response time7 hrs
Response rate100%
398 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Home Inspection questions, answered by experts

It depends on the bank and the extent of the issue. Some banks will lend against homes with minor foundation damage, but most won’t if the issue is structural since the home acts as collateral for the mortgage. Banks that offer renovation loans might still finance a home with structural problems. More minor issues like settling cracks and intermittent problems with humidity are unlikely to stop a bank from financing.

A home inspection and a home appraisal serve different purposes. A home inspection is a visual evaluation of the property's overall condition to identify any structural problems or issues with major systems like electrical and plumbing. Its main goal is to assess the home's long-term safety and determine if repairs are needed before a sale. In contrast, a home appraisal is a thorough evaluation of the property and its surrounding area to determine its current fair market value. This value helps set the asking price and guides the mortgage company’s lending decision. The average cost for both a home inspection and a home appraisal is around $350 each.

No, a standard home inspection includes the basics and does not offer lead paint testing. Professional lead paint inspectors need specific licenses to perform these inspections, which not all home inspectors have. If you suspect lead paint in the home you are about to purchase, you will need to pay separately to have that done. If the findings come back positive, you may be able to negotiate with the buyer to cover the cost of the removal.

There are a few key differences between wind mitigation and four-point inspections. Wind mitigation inspections focus on a single aspect of your home (its ability to withstand high winds). In contrast, four-point inspections assess multiple parts of your house (roofing, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC). Despite this, wind mitigation and four-point inspections cost about the same amount.

A sagging, cracked, or uneven foundation, worn or outdated electrical systems, poor plumbing, and slow sewer lines are all common deal breakers that stem from home inspections. Musty odors, uneven floors, and sticky doors and windows may also be deal breakers that will tell you when to to walk away from a home inspection.

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