What is a “Material Defect” in an Inspection Report?
The term “material defect” appears in inspection reports, real estate contracts, and disclosure documents — often without a clear explanation of…
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Understanding What Matters Most in an Inspection Report
Home inspection reports often include dozens of observations, photographs, and notes. For buyers and homeowners reading one for the first time,…
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How to Read an Inspection Report at a High Level
A home inspection report is one of the most information-dense documents most buyers encounter during a real estate transaction. Knowing how…
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Why a Home Inspection is Not a Code Compliance Check
Home Inspection vs. Code Compliance: Understanding the Difference One of the most common points of confusion in the inspection process is…
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What a Home Inspection Generally Includes
A home inspection is a non-invasive, visual evaluation of a property’s major systems and components that are accessible at the time…
