Buyer Home Inspection
Know exactly what you're buying before you close.
A buyer home inspection is a non-invasive, visual examination of the accessible areas of a residential property designed to identify defects within specific systems and components. At Homegrown Home Inspections, we follow and exceed the InterNACHI Standards of Practice to give you the most complete picture possible of the home you're preparing to purchase.
What's Included
- ✓Roof covering materials, flashings, and drainage
- ✓Attic structure, insulation, and ventilation
- ✓Foundation, basement, and crawlspace
- ✓Structural components — framing, walls, floors, ceilings
- ✓Electrical system — panel, wiring, outlets, and fixtures
- ✓Plumbing — supply, drain, water heater, and fixtures
- ✓HVAC — heating and cooling systems
- ✓Windows, doors, and exterior cladding
- ✓Garage, driveway, and site grading
- ✓Detailed Spectora digital report with photos
Why Choose Homegrown Home Inspections
- 1Certified Master Inspector (CMI) — the highest designation in the home inspection industry, held by fewer than 3% of inspectors.
- 2InterNACHI Certified Professional Inspector — we follow and exceed the nationally recognized Standards of Practice.
- 3We use the latest technology including drones and the CRAWL-BOT to inspect areas other inspectors miss.
- 4Detailed Spectora reports delivered digitally, typically within 24 hours, with photos and clear recommendations.
- 5Locally owned and operated — we know Lowcountry homes, their common issues, and what to look for in coastal construction.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How long does a buyer home inspection take?
- Most inspections take 2–4 hours depending on the size and age of the home. Larger or older homes may take longer. We encourage buyers to attend so we can walk you through findings in real time.
- What does a buyer home inspection cover?
- We inspect the roof, attic, foundation, crawlspace, structural components, electrical system, plumbing, HVAC, insulation, windows, doors, and all visible interior and exterior surfaces — following and exceeding the InterNACHI Standards of Practice.
- Should I be present during the inspection?
- Yes — we strongly encourage buyers to attend. Walking through the home with your inspector gives you a much clearer understanding of any issues found and how serious they are.
- When will I receive my report?
- Your detailed Spectora inspection report is delivered digitally, typically within 24 hours of the inspection. It includes photos, descriptions, and recommendations for every finding.
- Do you inspect new construction homes?
- Yes. New construction homes can have defects just like older homes. We offer a dedicated New Construction Phase Inspection service as well as standard buyer inspections on newly built homes.
Ready to Schedule Your Inspection?
Serving Bluffton, Hilton Head Island, Beaufort, and the entire Lowcountry. Book online or give us a call.