Do I need a home inspection?
YES. In most cases, purchasing real estate is the largest investment that you will ever make. Gaining insight into the general condition of the building, disclosure of visually observable material defects of the inspected systems, the age of its systems and corresponding life expectancies, the need for repairs and the positive attributes of the property (i.e.: new roof, low maintenance exteriors and upgrades) gives you the necessary facts to make an informed buying decision.

The simple axiom is that the more you know about the property – the less your exposure to the risks inherent in purchasing the property.

Are “new home” inspections necessary?
We are often asked: why do I need a home inspection on a new home? The short answer is: because even the best built homes often have significant safety and repair issues that may go unnoticed for a long time by new home buyers. This may result in unexpected, costly repairs down the road. Knowing the condition of your new home is vital to making the right decisions. Some new homes inspections revealed a startling number of safety issues and needed repairs that any homebuyer should know in advance of the closing. So when people ask us if they should have there new home inspected, we say YES!, we highly recommend it! Contrary to what many people think, brand new homes should be inspected regardless of whether they will be conveyed with a builder’s warranty. Our inspectors routinely observe structural, heating, cooling, roofing, exterior, plumbing and interior defects in new homes that may go unnoticed by both the builder and purchaser until they become a substantial problem. AJ Champion Inspections will perform its standard comprehensive building inspection prior to settlement and produce a full written report detailing the inspector’s findings. When the building is completed, the inspector will inspect the exterior, roof, gutters, chimneys, flashings, siding, trim, doors and site. He will also inspect the finished heating, cooling, electrical, plumbing, and interior systems.

It just makes good sense to have any home inspected, whether it is newly constructed, one year old or 150 years old. A home inspection will provide you with a better understanding of condition of the home and how the various systems in the home operate.

Should I attend the home inspection?
YES, if at all possible, we encourage you to attend the home inspection. Valuable information regarding the condition of the home and its systems can be gained from spending just a couple of hours with our home inspector. Important information on the proper operation and maintenance of the house and its systems is reviewed at the time of the physical inspection. And all of our home inspectors welcome your questions throughout the inspection process.

You are the client and we want you to have the most accurate and thorough understanding about the condition of your new home. If you cannot attend the inspection, your home inspector will complete the inspection, produce the written report and call you to discuss the home and the items contained in the report.

How long does the home inspection take?
We recommend that you plan on on 2 to 2.5 hours, but the time can vary depending on the size, age and general condition of the home being inspected. Smaller properties may take less time, while larger, more complex properties may take longer. The inspector will generally spend an hour or more offsite preparing the report.

Our inspectors are quite thorough and never rush (avoid fast inspectors!). Please feel free to ask lots of questions during the inspection. And we won’t keep you waiting at the end of your inspection for the inspector to write up your report. The inspection report is delivered to you via email the next business day. If you have questions after receiving the report, our inspectors will be happy to answer them.

To schedule your home inspection, please call.