What to Expect on Inspection Day: A Step-by-Step Guide
Premier Home Inspection | Middle Tennessee Home Inspectors
Home inspection sign in front of potential home for a client.
When you’re buying a home, scheduling a professional home inspection is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your investment. If you’re searching for a trusted home inspector in Middle Tennessee, you’re already on the right track! At Premier Home Inspection, we pride ourselves on making the inspection process clear, simple, and stress-free. Here’s what you can expect on inspection day, step-by-step:
Step 1: Arriving at the Property
On the day of your home inspection, your certified home inspector will arrive at the scheduled time, ready to do a comprehensive assessment of the property. We recommend that buyers attend the inspection if possible—it’s a great opportunity to learn about the home firsthand. We kindly request you arrive about an hour and a half after the scheduled start of the inspection. This allows your inspector to focus on the property condition. If you’re buying a home in Murfreesboro, Franklin, Nashville, or anywhere in Middle Tennessee, our team is happy to walk you through everything in person.
Step 2: Exterior Inspection
The inspection typically starts outside. We’ll carefully examine the roof, siding, gutters, windows, doors, foundation, drainage, decks, porches, and driveways. Our goal is to identify any visible issues that could impact the safety, functionality, or condition of your home.
Home inspector, Tyler, walks the roof of a home inspecting for potential damage.
Common exterior inspection areas include:
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Roof condition and flashing
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Cracks or settlement in the foundation
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Grading and drainage problems
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Visible wood rot or wood destroying insect damage
Step 3: Interior Inspection
Once the exterior is complete, we move inside. Your Middle Tennessee home inspector will check every accessible part of the home, including:
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Electrical systems
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Plumbing systems
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Heating and cooling units (HVAC)
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Insulation and ventilation
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Walls, ceilings, and floors
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Windows and doors
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Appliances
We’ll also look for signs of moisture intrusion, fungal growth, or structural concerns. Rest assured, we leave no stone unturned!
Step 4: Specialty Testing (Optional)
Depending on the home and your needs, you may request additional services like:
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Radon testing
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Mold air quality test
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Termite inspections
- Pool inspection
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Water quality testing
At Premier Home Inspection, we offer a full range of environmental testing to give you even more peace of mind. These are completed by o
Property inspector in the crawlspace of a home checking for leaks, damage, fungal growth, and other concerns.
ur sister company, Premier Environmental Services, and/or our trusted vendors.
Step 5: Review and Walkthrough
After the inspection, your inspector will walk you through the key findings. This is a perfect time to ask questions, get clarifications, and better understand any potential repairs or maintenance items.
We encourage all homebuyers across Middle Tennessee to be involved in this step—it empowers you to make informed decisions about your home purchase.
Step 6: Receiving Your Detailed Inspection Report
You can expect to receive a detailed report within 24 hours (often sooner!) as your inspection, which includes:
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Easy-to-read summaries
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Photographs of findings
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Professional recommendations
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Maintenance tips
Our reports are designed to be clear and actionable, whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned homeowner.
Why Choose Premier Home Inspection?
When you need a home inspection company in Middle Tennessee you can trust, Premier Home Inspection is here for you. We combine experience, education, and a commitment to excellence to give you the thorough inspection you deserve.
✅ Serving Murfreesboro, Franklin, Nashville, Shelbyville, and all of Middle Tennessee
✅ Licensed and certified inspectors
✅ Same-day (within 24 hours) detailed reports
✅ Friendly, knowledgeable team ready to answer your questions
✅ Licensed and certified inspectors
✅ Same-day (within 24 hours) detailed reports
✅ Friendly, knowledgeable team ready to answer your questions
Buying a home is a big investment. Let us help you move forward with confidence.
Contact Premier Home Inspection for professional, reliable service you can count on.
