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Tools/Inspection Cost Breakdown

What Is Included in a Home Inspection? Complete Breakdown

Understand exactly what your inspector will and will not check — and what requires a specialist or add-on service.

Always Included
Add-On Available
Specialist Required

Standard Inspection — Always Included

These 12 systems are covered in every standard home inspection according to InterNACHI and ASHI Standards of Practice.

Always Included

Roof

Visible from ground or safe access

v
Always Included

Exterior

Siding, trim, grading, driveway, walkways

v
Always Included

Foundation

Visible portions, signs of settlement or water intrusion

v
Always Included

Attic

Accessible portion — insulation, ventilation, structure

v
Always Included

Basement / Crawlspace

Accessible areas — moisture, structure, insulation

v
Always Included

HVAC

Heating and cooling systems — operation and visible components

v
Always Included

Plumbing

Visible pipes, fixtures, water heater, drainage, pressure

v
Always Included

Electrical

Panel, visible wiring, outlets, switches, fixtures

v
Always Included

Windows and Doors

Operation, sealing, hardware, glazing

v
Always Included

Fireplace / Chimney

Exterior masonry, cap, and clearances — interior requires specialist

v
Always Included

Garage

Door, opener, fire safety for attached garages

v
Always Included

Built-in Appliances

Dishwasher, range, microwave, garbage disposal

v
Add-On Available

Radon Testing

Requires special test kit — 48-hour minimum

v
Add-On Available

Sewer Scope

Camera inside the sewer lateral — not included in visual inspection

v
Specialist Required

Mold Testing

Requires air sampling or swab testing — specialist required

v
Specialist Required

Pest / WDO Inspection

Licensed pest inspector required in most states

v
Add-On Available

Pool and Spa

Typically add-on — $100-200 extra

v
Specialist Required

Well and Water Quality

Requires specialized flow test and water quality lab analysis

v
Specialist Required

Septic System

Requires pumping, tank inspection, and drain field evaluation

v
Specialist Required

Underground Oil Tank

Requires a tank locating service or environmental assessment

v
Specialist Required

Chimney Interior (Flue)

Requires chimney sweep with Level 2 camera inspection

v
Add-On Available

Detached Structures

Garages, sheds, workshops — not included unless specified

v

Recommended Add-Ons for Most Buyers

Radon test
Required in many loan programs
+$100-200
Sewer scope
Biggest undetected expense
+$150-300
WDO/pest inspection
Required for FHA and VA loans
+$75-200
Chimney Level 2
Before first use of any fireplace
+$150-300

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