If defects are found during the inspection, the seller may be asked to repair those items. Typically, the inspection procedure follows this process:
(1) Inspection is performed within a specified time (generally written in the purchase agreement or contract, typically within 10-15 days);
(2) The Inspection Report & Photo Journal are delivered to the Buyer;
(3) The Buyer (with REALTOR®) decides which (if any) defects he/she wishes the Seller to repair. This is put in writing and sent to the Seller through the REALTOR®. NOTE: If a particular defect is not understood by the buyer, seller or the repair contractor, a brief call to the inspector will normally clarify the issue. Keep in mind that the inspector speaks only from what the inspection report states and not what the Buyer has asked the Seller to repair. Make sure the details of the report are understood;
(4) The Seller or Listing Agent (Seller’s Realtor) responds in writing to the Buyer agreeing or disagreeing regarding the repairs requested;
(5) Repairs are performed. Receipts would then be presented to the Buyer, and in many cases, a reinspection may be performed before closing on the sale. Repairs should be completed by licensed contractors in their respective fields.

A typical menu of inspection services:
• Pre-sale home & building inspections
• Pre-listing home & building inspections
• New construction monitoring inspections
• Commercial building inspections
• Stucco/Siding inspections
• Licensed termite inspections (WDO)
• Expert witness testimony
• Water analysis for bacteria, nitrates, nitrites and lead

Optional Areas of Inspection:
• Radon testing (e-perm and continuous radon monitors)*
• Swimming Pool • Hot tub • FHA/VA certifications
• Sprinkler system • Lead testing
• Well and septic inspections** • Bulkhead/boat dock

* The sewage disposal system, if not municipal, will be some type of septic system. An inspection of the septic system should be conducted by a licensed septic contractor. Older septic systems may prove problematic, especially if the number of people living in the home has greatly increased.
** Although Radon testing is not required by most lenders in the Florida area, Radon poses a possible health risk in many other areas of the country and should be considered for inspection. (See more about Radon in the Home System Information section in this booklet, page 9.) Most relocation companies and many buyers however, will request this test.