Seller's inspection
Pre-listing inspection for sellers
See your house the way a buyer's inspector will, before it goes on the market, so there's time to repair, get bids or plan your disclosures on your own schedule.
Who it's for
You're getting ready to sell and would rather learn about the roof, the crawlspace or the electrical panel now than in the middle of escrow.
It's the same standard visual inspection a buyer would order. The difference is that you're the client and the report is yours.
Items buyers' inspectors look at closely
What's covered
- Roof and exteriorRoof covering, flashing, gutters, siding, trim, windows, doors, decks and drainage near the house.
- StructureFoundation, framing and the crawlspace where it can be entered safely.
- SystemsPlumbing, water heater, electrical panel and a sample of outlets, heating and cooling.
- Attic and interiorAttic insulation and ventilation; walls, ceilings, floors, doors and windows.
Inside and out back
What you get
- Report within 24 hours.
- A written report you can read with your agent before you set a price or a repair plan.
- Time to get contractors' opinions on your schedule, not on an escrow deadline.
- A clearer starting point for the disclosure forms California sellers fill out.
Rooms buyers walk through
Honest notes
A pre-listing report doesn't replace the buyer's own inspection. Most buyers still order one, and that's their right.
What to repair, credit or disclose is a decision for you and your agent. The report describes the house; it doesn't give legal or real estate advice.
Home inspections follow the InterNACHI Standards of Practice: a visual, non-invasive look at the readily accessible parts of the house.
Questions
Will buyers still get their own inspection?
Usually, yes. A pre-listing inspection doesn't stop that. It means fewer surprises when their report comes back.
Should I fix everything in the report before listing?
Not necessarily. Some sellers repair, some get bids and adjust the price, some disclose and sell as is. Talk it through with your agent.
Can I share the report with buyers?
That's up to you. Many sellers share it with their agent first and decide from there.
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