Level I or Leve lI? There is no perfect home; we will find defects! If you are buying a resale and accept that the home is not going to be perfect and you are only concerned with the more significant issues you may want to address with the seller, a Level I inspection will give you "the big stuff." However, if you want a more comprehensive list of smaller issues so you have a better understanding of the minor repairs you may need to do when you move in, then the Level inspection II may be more helpful to you.

If you will be significantly renovating the home, you may consider the Structural and Mechanical Inspection. This helps identify the more major (i.e. expensive) repairs that will be needed. There is no need to pay to inspect doors and cabinets etc. that may be removed during a renovation.

If this is for a new home, and you have been able to visit the home quite a bit and been able to check out the shelving, bathroom hardware, counter tops etc., you can save money with the Level I inspection, but if you want a full comprehensive list of issues before closing, get the Level II inspection.

If you are buying the home to live in: You don't want to live in a home for some time only later to find out there were significant problems that could have been discovered with a bit more effort during the inspection. I recommend all personal homes to be inspected with thermal imaging, aerial drone, sewer scope and get a radon gas test. A little extra effort now can save you thousands later! Choose the Home Owner's Service Package Discount for a savings of $295.

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