Our Services
Our home inspections are performed with great care and attention to detail.
At Hardy Home Inspections LLC, we offer a superior home inspection that will give you peace of mind with your decision. Our inspector is certified and trained to ensure the safety of our community investments.
Residential Inspections
We will accompany you through a walkthrough and inspection of the home you’re interested in buying, and assess its condition using our multi-point home inspection checklist. Our residential home inspections include a comprehensive report noting all issues and support from your home inspector. With our advanced technology we leave nothing unchecked.
Pre-listing Inspections
A pre-listing inspection can not only help expedite the selling process, but potentially even increase the property's sale price. Additionally, they can help reduce the chances of a sale falling through due to unexpected issues with the property being discovered during the negotiation or buyer's inspection. With our advanced technology we leave nothing unchecked.
Mold Inspections
Mold inspections check for mold in homes or offices. Mold can cause health problems. Inspections involve visual checks and lab tests of samples. Inspectors look at areas like crawl spaces and attics and note any moisture issues. A report follows with any mold issues found and suggestions for remediation. Inspections prevent health problems and property damage.
11th month home warranty
Keep your newly built home in top condition with our 11th month home warranty inspection. Our licensed inspectors will thoroughly examine your home for any defects before your warranty expires, giving you peace of mind and ensuring that any necessary repairs are covered. Don't wait until it's too late, schedule your inspection today.
Commercial Inspections
Our commercial inspection service thoroughly assesses building systems for code compliance and safety. We use advanced tools to identify issues for future prevention and deliver detailed reports. Property owners, investors, and tenants gain peace of mind and valuable information.
Termite Inspections
Termite inspections are crucial to protect homes and avoid termite infestations. Inspectors search for damage or activity by thoroughly checking all accessible areas. Termite tubes, wood damage, and frass are signs they look for. If termites are present, inspectors recommend treatment options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Buying or selling a home can be a stressful experience, but we’re here to ensure you know what to expect during your home inspection.
A home inspection includes checking for any structural issues such as foundation cracks, roof leaks, plumbing issues, electrical wiring, heating/cooling systems, insulation, windows, doors, chimneys, etc. Depending on how big the property is, a home inspection typically takes 2-3 hours.
Ensure all inspection points are free from clutter, including any closets that might lead to a crawlspace or attic, and clearing some space around your home’s perimeter. It’s also important to check the functionality of all built-in appliances, electric, and gas. If you don’t plan to attend the inspection, make sure your inspector has access to the home, and all pets are properly contained or moved.
A home doesn’t pass or fail an inspection. Instead, a home inspection is a thorough audit of your home’s components. In most cases, there will be concerns marked on your home inspection report, but these are strictly informative.
While a home inspector may recommend some minor repairs, they are not qualified to make major repairs. He or she can provide information about what needs to be repaired — and it might be helpful to know that information — but the decision to actually do the work lies solely with the homeowner. Not only does this give you the freedom to choose your contractors, but it also helps prevent a conflict of interest.
A home inspection can affect appraisals for two reasons: 1) The inspector may find something wrong with the property that would lower the value of the home, 2) The inspector may find things that need repair which could decrease the value of the home. If the inspection finds issues that require repairs, then the seller has to decide whether they want to fix them themselves, or hire someone else to do it. If the buyer wants to purchase the home, he/she must be willing to pay for those repairs.
Hardy Home Inspections LLC provides residential home inspections in Central Oregon including Bend, Redmond, Lapine, Prineville, Sisters, Madras and surrounding areas.