Your complete guide to home inspections in Missouri. Find answers to common questions about our services, pricing, reports, and process.
Have questions about home inspections? We’ve compiled answers to the most common questions from home buyers and sellers in St. Charles, Franklin, Warren, and Lincoln counties. Can’t find what you’re looking for? Contact us directly!
A home inspection typically includes a thorough evaluation of the foundation, basement, roof, attic, HVAC systems, electrical and plumbing systems, and the overall condition of the structure. The inspector will identify poor construction practices, note any necessary repairs or general maintenance concerns, and highlight any fire or safety hazards that should be addressed.
The goal is to provide a clear picture of the structure’s condition so you can make informed decisions. For home buyers, you also get access to two client protection programs for free, included in the inspection fee:
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The following items are typically not covered as part of a general home inspection, but may be available by ordering additional services:
Many of these specialized inspections should be considered based on the age and type of property you’re buying. Your home inspector can recommend additional testing when concerns arise.
Our clients matter! Here’s what sets us apart:
Simply put, a home consultant supports AND advises you, the homeowner. The home consultant is another partner, providing support to you during the home buying process, not just documenting findings.
First: Choose a qualified inspector who is licensed or certified and carries both Errors and Omissions (E&O) insurance as well as liability insurance.
At Tech Inspect, our inspectors are InterNACHI Certified Professional Inspectors (NACHI25032103) with hundreds of hours of inspection time, education, and continuing education.
Second: Review the inspector’s reports. The report is what you’ll use to make decisions and provide your realtor with information to support negotiations. Reviewing sample reports will give you a good sense of the quality of work and how useful the report will be beyond the initial home purchase.
Tech Inspect provides flat-rate pricing for home inspections based on the size of the home. Our home inspection fees start at $450 for up to 1500 sq. ft, and fees only increase based on the size of the home.
No hidden fees. No upcharges for older homes or in certain towns.
To get a free quote, visit our website at techinspecthome.com and use our instant quote tool to get an exact price. All other services are provided at a flat fixed rate with add-on services being provided at a discounted rate.
We accept card payments only through the provided link when the inspection is scheduled. Don’t worry, we absorb the fees, so there’s no increase to you!
We no longer accept cash or checks (no exceptions).
Full payment MUST be made before the inspection. If payment is not received before the inspection starts, it will be cancelled.
When you schedule an inspection with us, you will be provided with a link to sign the inspection agreement and submit payment. We require payment before we will release the inspection report.
Yes, the inspection agreement must be signed and payment provided prior to the inspection starting. Failure to sign the agreement will result in an inspection being cancelled.
The inspection agreement is akin to our contract that details what the inspection will and will not cover, and is there to protect you and the inspector.
Yes, we participate in the InterNACHI Warranty Program. This provides warranty support for repair costs starting after the inspection for a limited term period (90 days post close).
This amazing program is provided at no additional cost to our clients. Have an HVAC issue right after you move in? This program helps cover that cost!
You can schedule directly using our online scheduler, call/text, or email:
Our online scheduling tool shows our real-time availability. We are typically booking 7-10 days in advance with our calendar updated up to a month out.
It depends on the size of the home, but it takes about 3-4 hours for most homes.
While it’s not required for you to be present during the inspection, it’s highly recommended. What works best for everyone is if you can attend for the last 30 minutes of the scheduled inspection time.
This way, the inspector can follow the process of inspecting the home without distraction while creating the report. If you are present during the entirety of the inspection and engaging the inspector, this creates an opportunity for the inspector to miss things or not evaluate them thoroughly.
Simply put, it’s best to let the inspector do the job they’ve been hired for, then they can present the findings in a cohesive manner in the last 30 minutes. This also gives us a chance to show you in person issues documented in the report. We want to ensure you understand what the report says and be able to ask questions.
I have SupraKey access, just like licensed Realtors, allowing me to access properties with a blue Supra lockbox. If a SupraKey is not being used, then other arrangements will need to be made with the agents.
At Tech Inspect, we’ve chosen to leverage what we believe is the best modern inspection software on the market, period. Why? Because you deserve the best!
Spectora-powered reports at Tech Inspect aren’t mere checklists written in Word or photo dumps, they’re fully immersive, multi-view experiences. Whether you’re browsing the Full Report, glancing at the Summary, or zeroing in on Major Defects, every view is crisp, organized, and packed with HD pictures, diagrams and video.
The delivered reports are easy to read on desktop or mobile. It’s the modern inspection experience you deserve, not just another PDF.
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We guarantee your inspection report is delivered within 24 hours of completing the inspection!
The most common issues we find during home inspections are:
The good news for home buyers is that unless these common issues have caused other problems, the solutions to these specific issues are often simple, straightforward, and not overly expensive.
Major structural issues, material defects, failing roofs or HVAC systems, or safety hazards are the biggest red flags.
Examples:
Any issues here should be immediately reviewed by a professional and the cost to repair/replace should be carefully considered during the home buying process.
The following list details the 5 big things that should be inspected and are required for us to inspect as we follow the InterNACHI Standards of Practice. These items are inspected with every inspection:
If you’re buying or selling a home, radon testing is a critical part of the due diligence process:
For Home Buyers:
EPA recommends testing the home before finalizing your purchase. If elevated radon levels are found, you can negotiate with the seller to have a radon reduction system installed, or account for the cost in your purchase agreement. Testing gives you peace of mind and protects your family’s health.
For Home Sellers:
Testing your home before listing it can prevent delays during the sale process. If mitigation is needed, having it done in advance demonstrates
