Buying a home can be one of the most important financial investments you will ever make. But, how do you know if the house is everything it appears to be? If the home you are about to purchase does not have the structural integrity to give you peace of mind, you may be buying into a money pit and sleepless nights. A home inspection is one of the smartest ways to educate yourself about the physical condition of a florida home you want to buy.

Our Home Inspection services include complete pre-purchase inspections, new home inspections, 1-year warranty inspections, insurance inspections, and the inspection of one or more specific systems and components, as needed (such as the roof, plumbing system, electrical system, structure, etc.). Please take a moment to read what our clients have to say about us. Recent Testimonials.

Home Inspection Services for Florida Home Buyers

Home Inspection, Existing Home
Your Florida home is likely to be one of the biggest investments of your life. Make sure you do your "homework!" That means hiring a professional home inspector to provide an objective, comprehensive analysis of the home's major systems and components.

The knowledge you gain from a home inspection will not only give you peace of mind in your purchase but will serve as a written framework for future maintenance and repair issues. (Request a sample home inspection report here.) Our Home inspectors may find problems that buyers can require sellers to repair or that may help them negotiate a lower price. They also can uncover problems serious enough to squelch the deal. And our home inspectors are knowledgeable about home maintenance and will offer tips on repair and upkeep as they conduct their inspections.

Home Inspection, New Construction
It's tempting to assume that because you're buying a newly constructed home in Tallahassee, an inspection is an unnecessary expense. After all, what could be wrong with something brand new? The answer is a lot.

While everything may look perfect, that's not always the case. Dozens of different tradesmen and craftsmen may have worked on the home. It's important that you make sure each one did a quality job and that together all the components of your home have created a strong, well-built structure that will last for many years.

A thorough inspection can unearth construction flaws that could otherwise go unnoticed for several years, long after the home's warranty has expired. Minor defects can turn into major problems, like the leaky tub upstairs that eventually ruins the kitchen ceiling below or the improperly-sized circuit breaker that poses a fire hazard. These are the types of details that ELSA Home Inspections will investigate when doing a new home inspection.

Home Inspection Services for SELLERS of Florida Homes

Home Inspection, Existing Home
If you're considering putting your home on the market, a home inspection report can be a valuable tool. First, it can point out to you any repairs needed that could affect your selling price and hinder a sale. (Request a sample home inspection report here.)

Second, it's a convincing piece of evidence to present to prospective buyers as proof of your home's quality. The small investment you make in a professional home inspection could translate into thousands of dollars in perceived value to a buyer.

If you are selling your florida home, you'll get the highest price in the shortest time, if your home is in top condition. And you want to find out about any hidden problems before your house goes on the market. Almost all sales contracts include the condition that the contract is contingent upon completion of a satisfactory inspection. This is known as the "inspection contingency". Buyers will insist on a professional florida home inspection performed by an inspector they will hire. If the buyer's inspector finds a problem, it can cause the buyer to get cold feet and the deal can often fall through. At best, surprise problems uncovered by the buyer's inspector will cause delays in closing, and usually you will have to pay for repairs at the last minute, or take a lower price on your home. Consider a home inspection even if you're the seller. If you need to sell a house quickly -- perhaps you're relocating for a job or have already purchased a new property you may be able to save time by having the home inspected first.

That way, you can find and fix any problems that might slow down the sale. If a seller needs a smooth and fast transaction, they should do a home inspection before putting the property on the market.

You can then know what issues may have to address and be able to take care of them before they become an issue during the selling of your home.

A buyer primarily wants assurance that the home is structurally sound and its roof, electrical and mechanical systems are in good condition. And in a buyer's market the prospective owner can be choosy, picking a home that doesn't require a lot of time and money to repair. ELSA Home Inspections can give you the peace of mind by giving you a comprehensive report on the exact condition of your home.

Contact ELSA Home Inspections for a free quote on inspecting your home.