Get Ready to Explore with Wayside Inspection INC

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 During your home inspection, we’ll take a close look at the entire property — from the foundation to the roof. This includes checking for cracks, leaks, plumbing or electrical issues, and making sure your heating and cooling systems are working properly. We’ll also inspect insulation, windows, doors, and chimneys. Most inspections take about 2–3 hours, depending on the size of the home. 

 A little preparation goes a long way. Clear away clutter from areas your inspector needs to access — like crawlspaces, attics, and around the outside of your home. Check that appliances and utilities are working, and if you can’t be there during the inspection, make sure we have access to your home and that pets are secured. 

 A home can’t actually “fail” a home inspection. The purpose of the inspection is to give you a clear picture of the home’s condition. Most reports include a few issues, big or small, but that doesn’t mean the house is unfit — it just helps you make informed decisions. 

 While you can legally skip a home inspection in many cases, doing so comes with serious risks. Without an inspection, you may purchase a home with hidden structural, electrical, plumbing, or safety issues that could lead to costly repairs down the road. 

 A home inspector can tell you what needs to be repaired — but they can’t do the repairs themselves. This gives you the freedom to choose who does the work and ensures the inspection stays fair and unbiased. 

 A home inspection doesn’t directly set your home’s value, but it can affect the appraisal. If the inspector finds problems, it could bring the value down. But fixing those issues can help boost it back up. Sellers can choose to make the repairs or let the buyer take them on, which may influence the final sale price.