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The Home Buyer's Inspection Guide

From booking the inspection to sending the BINSR. What happens, what to do, and what to skip, in plain language.

Plain-language guide From our in-house team Arizona BTR #72416
Lead inspector Konnor Kirkwood on site with his inspection tablet

The report is information, not a verdict

01 / Start here

Every house has findings. The goal is knowing which ones matter.

An inspection report isn't a pass or fail grade. It's a documented snapshot of the home on the day we walked it. New homes have findings. Homes that look perfect have findings. This guide walks you through the whole thing so the report helps you decide instead of scaring you.

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02 / The guide

The inspection, start to finish

Six steps, in the order they happen.

01

Book it early in your inspection period

The standard Arizona purchase contract gives buyers 10 days after acceptance to inspect, unless the contract says otherwise. Book as soon as you're under contract so there's time for follow-up.

02

Write down what you noticed

Cracks, stains, smells, or anything that caught your eye at the showing. Bring the list so we can look at those spots.

03

Come for the end

You don't need to be there the whole time. Come near the end and we'll walk you through what we found, in person.

04

Read the summary first

Your home inspection report arrives the same day. Start with the summary, note what concerns you, and take that to your agent.

05

Triage before you negotiate

Sort findings into what to address now, what to budget for, and what's just information. Then decide what to ask for.

06

Get estimates for big items

For anything involving the roof, heating and cooling, the electrical panel or the foundation, a contractor estimate gives you a real number to work with.

03 / After the report

How to use the report on the BINSR

The BINSR is the form buyers use to tell the seller what they want done after the inspection. A short, specific request works better than a long one.

  • A

    Count doesn't equal severity. A report with 45 findings isn't automatically worse than one with 12. What matters is what the findings are.

  • B

    Repair, credit or price. You can ask the seller to repair an item, give a credit at closing, or adjust the price. Each has tradeoffs; your agent can help you pick.

  • C

    Keep the list focused. Safety items and things that don't work belong on the list. Cosmetic and monitor-only notes usually don't.

  • D

    "Further evaluation" isn't a red alarm. It means the item needs a specialist to judge it. Get that opinion inside your inspection period.

  • E

    Keep the report. It's a useful reference long after you close.

04 / The process

Questions after the report? Start with your agent.

Your agent handles these conversations all the time and can answer most questions. If something technical still needs explaining, call us.

01

Read the summary

Note what concerns you.

02

Talk to your agent

They'll help you decide what to ask for.

03

Call us if needed

For technical findings that need more context.

06 / Questions

Before you book

Quick answers. Anything else, just call (480) 254-5708.

How long does a home inspection take?

It depends on the size, age and condition of the home and any add-ons. You don't need to be there for all of it. Come near the end for the walk-through.

When do I get the report?

Home inspection reports go out the same day as the inspection.

Should I ask the inspector what repairs will cost?

Repair pricing comes from contractors. We'll tell you what kind of trade to call, and a contractor estimate gives you a real number.

What is the BINSR?

It's the Buyer's Inspection Notice and Seller's Response form used in Arizona sales. Buyers list what they want repaired or credited, and the seller responds.

Is a sewer scope part of the home inspection?

No. The sewer line runs underground, so it's a separate camera inspection you add on.

Know what you're buying.

Book the inspection and get the report the same day.

Lead inspector Konnor Kirkwood · Arizona BTR #72416

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