What types of inspections need to be done when I sell my home?
Answers for Sellers

Once an offer is accepted, various inspections will be done. The two most common are the Pest Inspection (sometimes referred to as the Termite Inspection) and the Physical Inspection (sometimes referred to as the Buyer''s Inspection). While these inspections do not provide guarantees on the condition of the property, they do provide valuable information to the buyer. Your Realtor can explain the part of your Purchase Contract where inspection details are negotiated.

Strucutral Pest Control Inspection:  Often referred to as the "Termite Report", this inspection is conducted by a licensed inspector. In addition to actual termite damage, the pest report will indicate any type of wood destroying organisms that may be present, including fungi ( sometimes called dry rot).

Physical Inspection:  Usually done by a General Home Inspector, this inspection is a thorough inspection of the house. The inspection results in an overall assessment of the present condition of the property.

Geological Inspection:  This inspection evaluates the soil conditions at the home. This is an especially important inspection if your home is situated on a hillside that can be prone to mudslides. It is performed by a Geotechnical Engineer and involved not only physically inspecting the property, but also researching past geological activity in the area.

Possible Further Inspections:

• Hazardous Materials
• Well and Septic
• Water Conservation
• Structural Engineering
• Chimney Inspection
• Heating and Air Conditioning
• Zoning and Building Permit Compliance
• Energy Audit
• Roof Inspection
• Pool/Spa Inspection