What is a cost inspection? Is it the same as an appraisal? Why should I do one? How much does it cost? All good questions. I hope you will understand why inspecting a home is so important.

A property inspection is different than an appraisal. An appraisal determines value, an inspection determines condition. In Colorado Springs, a good inspector spends 2-3 hours testing the home. The inspector inspects the roof, the insulation, the siding and all the mechanical systems within a home. For additional fees an inspector will also test for radon, mold and lead. Often times they find issues that cost lots of money. I recommend to sellers to pre-inspect their homes so they are aware of any issues. That way they can fix the problems before it’s an issue with the buyer. We insist that all buyers get an inspection.

The costs for inspections in El Paso County vary from $300-$500 depending on the size of the home. Radon, mold and lead tests are an additional $75-$200. Should an engineer be needed to conduct a structural inspection, the fee is $400-$500.

All in all, the price of an inspection is much less expensive than buying a home full of defects. On average, in Colorado Springs, repairs are $1500-$2000. As you can see a $400 inspection is a good investment.

For a list of good inspectors, please call us at The Brian Maecker Team. We have a list of bonded and insured inspections. It will be our pleasure to serve you. Just call us at 1-888-593-2963 or email us at theteam@maecker.com.  

Thanks,
Brian