Why have a Home Inspection?

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You will know the property's condition that goes beyond just a walk through. Our inspections are thorough, and you will be informed up front before purchasing a property if repairs are necessary.  For example, if the roof needs replacing, structural problems, water damage signs, bad wiring, etc. A home inspection can reveal what could be costly repairs or that you are making a good sound purchase. 

 

Requesting a Home Inspection

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You should request a home inspection right after you sign a contract if you are purchasing a property. Normally you will be given a certain number of days (5, 10 15, etc) to get this completed. Don't wait until the last minute our calendar fills up quite quickly. 

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Do you need to be at the Inspection?

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You are welcome to attend the inspection, but it is not required. We recommend showing up in the last 30-45 minutes to allow you time at the property during the inspection, answers to your questions and a briefing on any significant findings at the end of the inspection. 

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How long does an inspection take?

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The time depends on how large the home or building is. The larger the property, the longer the inspection. To give a point of reference, a 2,000 square foot home is usually about 2 hours. Also considered in the time of an inspection is what our inspector finds. More notes and photos if there are problem areas will add a bit to the time frame. 

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How do you pay for an inspection?

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Payment Options: 

Cash or Check 

If you are attending the inspection you can pay by cash or check to the inspector.
If you are not attending the inspection, you can mail a check at the time of scheduling your inspection to

Center State Home Inspections 2211 Pinewood Blvd, Sebring, Fl 33870 or pay online when the report is ready.

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To Pay Online 

Our process is very simple. Once the reports are ready, the inspector uploads them to the website.

You will receive a notification from the inspector to your email that includes a username and a unique password created just for you. No one else has access to your password for security purposes. (Even we don’t know what the password is.)

 

• Click on the link provided.

• Log in to the website and click on the Pay Now button. On this page you will be able to enter your payment information and make a secure payment. 

• The next step will take you to your reports to view and download. 

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We do not accept payment at closing if you are purchasing a property. 

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Do I need to have a 4 Point and Wind Mitigation?

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These reports can be requested from your insurance company and inspections usually take between 30 minutes to an hour. Our Full inspections include 4 Point and Wind Mitigation inspections at no extra charge.

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Do you offer Termite Inspections?

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Yes. We have a local Pest Contral company that works alongside us and schedule them for the same time or day of the inspection you have requested from us.  

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Do you inspect Pools?

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We check all visible Pool plumbing and pump equipment as well as surface floors, walls ladders and steps. Heaters are considered a specialty item and may or may not be inspected depending on ease of use for turning controls on and off. More sophisticated pool equipment is typically omitted from inspection. 

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Do you inspect Septic Tanks?

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We do not offer Septic Tank inspections but do have the following companies we can recommend. 

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Sapp Environmental Service - 863-465-4567

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Highland Septic and Sewer Inc, 863-382-4455

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Triple H Septic Services Inc, 863-385-1815

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Do you inspect for mold?

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We do not offer mold inspections at this time. 

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If you have any questions concerning your home inspection, please don't hesitate to contact us.

We will help find the best solutions for you.

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Serving all of Highlands, Hardee, Desoto and Polk Florida Counties