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Avatar for NextDay Inspect
NextDay Inspect
4.9(
457
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Complete Home InspectionInspection - Waterproofing

Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Davon from NextDay Inspect did a very thorough inspection of the home. The day of Davon explained what to expect during the inspection, providing us a verbal summary as he completed review of each section of the home. The report he completed was detailed reiterating the issues he came across noting the risk to the home and health. The report also linked to clear photos of the issues."
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Cracks in the Foundation- Here we find moderate cracks in the foundation, with evidence that they've been repaired before.

+738

Response time8 hrs
Response rate100%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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NextDay Inspect®
4.9(
683
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Inspection - WaterproofingComplete Home Inspection

Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2008

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Extremely thorough and very knowledgeable Inspector. Very polite, professional and articulate. As an Appraiser for 20+ years, have seen thousands of inspections and reports, Definitely top of the best in the business."
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Appliance Testing
Building Inspection
Thumbtack Top Pro 2019
Certified Master Inspector

+378

Response time3 hrs
Response rate98%
16 neighbors recently requested a quote
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LBI Home & Building Inspection
4.9(
71
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Complete Home Inspection

Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1997

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Mark conducted a thorough inspection. He was professional, friendly and extremely diligent in discussing his findings, the report, and points to be aware of with respect to our home and systems."
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+2

Response time9 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by88%of homeowners
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All American Home Inspections, LLC
4.8(
329
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Complete Home Inspection

Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2017

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Bart, the owner, is professional and personable. He arrived to our appointment early, addressed all questions and took his time inspecting the property. He gave a thorough inspection with a detailed report that was issued the same day! Would definitely recommend this business to others."
Response time40 mins
Response rate96%
Recommended by84%of homeowners
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Doctor Inspections
3.9(
395
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Complete Home Inspection

Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I called this company after seeing their deal and high ratings on Angie's list. They were able to come out the next business day and take care of my dryer vent. The lady I spoke with at the office was incredibly nice and helpful. She answered all my questions and got me scheduled quickly. She called the day of my visit and asked if they could move my appointment up due to some schedule changes, which was fine. The tech was about 10 minutes early, but didn't give me a hard time for not being home just yet; my window was at 2pm and I got home at about 1:55pm. He had started inspecting the exterior of the dryer vent while waiting for me and let me know there were no birds nests or obvious obstructions. After taking a look inside, he got to work and about 30-40 minutes later, my dryer vent was clean and my dryer has been working great since. Once he finished cleaning, he showed me some pictures of the dryer vent and how bad it was. Having recently moved from CA, he also let me know that you do not pay tax for labor in the state of VA and that fall was the optimal time to get dryer vents cleaned because the chances of birds creating nests right after you get your vent cleaned out is pretty low."
Exterior Review
Agent Consultation
On-Site Guidance
Walk & Talk Review
Sofit Inspection

+69

19 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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JA Inspection Services, LLC
4.9(
18
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Complete Home Inspection

Serving Kettering, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was beyond impressed and pleased with the service that Josh Meloney provided. He was extremely thorough and detailed in the inspection of my home. He was also very helpful in answering some questions that I had regarding certain areas of my home. Josh was also very prompt in sending over the report on the same day as my inspections. The format of the report was highly detailed and easy to follow, including pictures of the areas he inspected. I would highly recommend Josh Meloney and JA Inspection Services to anyone. His level of professionalism and expertise were exceptional and he was a pleasure to work with."
Electrical switch w/ no face plate
Exterior wood deterioration
loose junction box cover
Water damage to garage ceiling
water damage

+6

Response time12 hrs
Response rate91%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Home Inspection questions, answered by experts

Generally, foundation cracks and repair are not covered by standard homeowners insurance policies. This type of damage is often considered normal wear and tear or a result of poor maintenance, which is the homeowner's responsibility. For example, damage caused by settling, shifting soil, or drainage issues is typically excluded.

However, there are exceptions. Coverage may apply if the foundation damage is a direct result of a covered peril, such as a house fire, a burst pipe, vandalism, or a vehicle accident. Coverage for natural disasters like earthquakes and floods often requires a separate, specific policy or add-on.

You might consider demolishing a house if it has a faulty foundation, widespread mold or pest damage, or other significant issues. Older homes with outdated wiring systems or dangerous materials could also be good candidates for demolition. Or, if you’re planning to remodel the entire home, you might find that it’s more cost-effective to tear it all down and start from scratch.

For most homeowners, a plumbing inspection costs $100 to $500. It depends on the location, the type of inspection, and the size of your home. A simple visual inspection will cost up to $200, while a camera inspection that checks your underground sewer lines can cost more than $1,000. Nonetheless, this may still be a better option than tearing up your underground plumbing to find the problem.

Stucco should be inspected yearly or every few years, depending on where you live. Stucco homes in wet or humid climates are at higher risk for damage and should be inspected once per year. Homes in drier climates can wait longer between inspections, and get one every three years or so.

Insurance companies weigh the amount of potential liabilities on your property to increase (or decrease) the cost of your home insurance. They will use several factors to decide if there are more chances for peril or injury to take place at your home. These factors include your location (whether you live in an area with high risk for natural disasters), the age and condition of your home, and whether you have any “attractive nuisances”—features that both increase the aesthetic of your home and potential for injury—like a pool or treehouse. 

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