Small Problems Have a Way of Becoming Expensive Repairs Most homeowners are pretty good at maintaining the things they can see. They mow the lawn, replace burned-out light bulbs, clean the kitchen, and may even remember to change the HVAC filter every once in a while. But homes have a way of hiding some of their most expensive problems. The small maintenance issues homeowners ignore today are often the ones that become major repairs tomorrow. A small roof leak can damage roof decking....

There are highly experienced home inspectors in California with decades of construction knowledge, thousands of completed inspections, extensive professional training, certifications, and insurance. There are also inspectors with considerably less experience.

Understanding What an Inspection Report Represents A home inspection is a visual, non-invasive evaluation of the property's condition at the time of the inspection. It provides a snapshot of accessible systems and components and identifies observed defects, safety concerns, maintenance issues, aging equipment, and areas that may require additional evaluation.