Find a home inspector in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Find home inspectors in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Find home inspectors in Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Top 10 home inspectors in Fort Lauderdale, FL

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Intercontinental Building Inspections

Intercontinental Building Inspections

New on HomeGuide
Serves Fort Lauderdale, FL
Our business was established in 1990 and services the areas of Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach Counties. Our Inspectors and Engineers are State Licensed, General Building and Roofing Contractors. They are also certified by FEMA and PARR for Disaster Housing Inspections. Intercontinentals' Mission is to provide our clients with excellent service, great customer support, honesty, and Integrity to the many services provided. We understand the importance of code regulations, building safety, and helping consumers enjoy a healthier, safer, comfortable and economical Indoor/Outdoor environment.
RMI Home Inspection Services

RMI Home Inspection Services

New on HomeGuide
Serves Fort Lauderdale, FL
RMI Inspections is a full service inspection company which provides many different types of inspections and services for residential and commercial properties. This Hollywood Home Inspector shown here is our Master Certified Inspector which takes pride in all services performed. He is licensed in many different disciplines with over 30+ years in the business! "It's always a pleasure to serve our community." Rob Melendez. We are Florida State licensed Home, Condo, Town-house, Multi-family, Commercial Inspectors, Mold Inspectors, Radon Test Measurement Specialists, Lead-Based Paint Assessors and Sanitization Technicians in the City of Hollywood...
Home Pro Miami

Home Pro Miami

New on HomeGuide
Serves Fort Lauderdale, FL
The Home Pro team will assess your property thoroughly & honestly. Our mission is to provide the highest-quality inspection for commercial & residential properties in the South Florida area. Our resulting success is a product of the integrity our inspectors and supporting staff possess along with our commitment to always being professional, punctual, and personal with our clients as well as our peers. Receiving the appreciation from our clients validating we have created an extrodinary service to provide a high-quality product....
Prince Valiant Inspections,

Prince Valiant Inspections,

New on HomeGuide
Serves Fort Lauderdale, FL
I can diagnose problems, 38 years involved in every aspect of construction, roofing, carpentry, electrics, plumbing, sewer, foundations, columns, tie beams, plaster, bricks, windows, doors and insulation. Hurricane expert and painting. Air conditioning advisor. 7 mayor storms USNV engenier corps, first on site. I promise to revel a property buyer about, every defect and advantage of the purchase, I will recomend the defects to be quoted, by certified realistic profecionals. Get the client protected is my goal. I can diagnose problems, because I know the field from scratches. Quote 1) You need a new roof. $25.000 Quote 2) You need a partial re...
A/C FABELO SERVICE CORP

A/C FABELO SERVICE CORP

5.0(2)
4 hires on HomeGuide
Serves Fort Lauderdale, FL
Ritchie D V. says, "honesty competency" Read more

Your Home Inspection questions, answered

Answers to commonly asked questions from the experts on HomeGuide.

A home inspection costs $300 to $500 on average, depending on the property's size and age, location, services rendered, and if there are freestanding structures. Specialty inspections cost $100 to $300 more for testing things such as mold, asbestos, radon, lead, or termites.

The home buyer typically pays for the cost of a private home inspection. The buyer should hire a real estate inspector as soon as the seller accepts the offer. After the inspection, buyers may accept the house "as is," ask the seller to pay for repairs, renegotiate, or back out of the sale and forfeit the earnest money.

Certified home inspectors check the roof, foundation, ceilings, windows, attic, crawl space, fireplace, doors, decks and porches. House inspectors also cover the plumbing, heating, electrical, and air conditioning systems. Building inspectors only look at what is visible and accessible.

Some home inspectors offer specialty testing for mold and asbestos for an extra $100 to $300 on average.

Home inspectors are not allowed to check for code violations, permits, determine the house's insurability or value, move furniture or appliances, condemn the property, issue a certificate of occupancy, or survey the properties boundary lines. Inspections also do not include fire and smoke detectors, hot tubs and swimming pools, alarm systems, and sprinkler systems.

A home inspection takes 2 to 3 hours on average, depending on the house's size and age and if there are freestanding structures included. Property inspectors provide their final inspection report within 24 hours after inspecting.

Yes, buyers should always get a home inspection on a new construction home. New homes are not always built to code and can have problems. Some buyers also get an early pre-drywall inspection to ensure the beams, posts, studs, insulation, and home systems are installed correctly.

Hiring a home inspector recommended by your realtor may pose a conflict of interest. The inspector(s) may have a vested interest in helping the realtor close the sale, so they remain on the agent’s list of recommended inspectors.

To find the best home inspectors in your area:

  • Get at least three estimates from building inspectors to compare.
  • Ask for references from their past customers.
  • Verify their license and insurance.
  • Look for residential home inspectors certified with the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI), the International Association of Certified Home Inspectors (InterNACHI), or the National Society of Professional Engineers (NSPE).
  • Read reviews and check out their previous work on HomeGuide and Google.
  • Ask about their warranties and guarantees.
  • Ask for a contract in writing upfront.
  • Avoid making large payments upfront. Come up with a payment schedule for work completed.

Once you have a shortlist of top-rated home inspectors, ask the following questions before hiring:

  • How long have you been in the property inspection business?
  • What types of homes do you inspect?
  • How many homes have you inspected?
  • What do you check? What don't you check?
  • How much do you charge?
  • Can I see a sample inspection report?
  • Can you provide me with a list of references?
  • Can I be present during the inspection?
  • Are you licensed and insured?
  • How long will the inspection take?
  • Can you provide me a written estimate?
  • Do I pay after the inspection? What payment methods do you accept?
  • What do I need to provide to get started?

Once you've read home inspector reviews and hired a professional, ask the following questions during the inspection:

  • Do any areas need a follow-up inspection?
  • What are your biggest concerns about this house? How much would it cost to fix?
  • Is there anything critical I need to fix before moving in?
  • What would you fix if you were buying this house?
  • Are these issues normal wear and tear?
  • What else could go wrong?
  • Is the roof in good condition?
  • Do any fire, water, health, or safety hazards exist?
  • Are the trees on the property a potential hazard?

Reviews for Fort Lauderdale home inspectors

Recent success stories from people in the Fort Lauderdale area.
Maria P.
There service was absolutely amazing! On time, clean, professional and price was extremely affordable. Highly recommended.
A/C FABELO SERVICE CORP
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