Seller’s pre-listing inspection
Pre-listing home inspection for Central Valley sellers
A pre-listing inspection is the same thorough inspection a buyer would order, done before you list. You find out about issues on your own timeline, so you can fix them, price for them or disclose them up front, and avoid the surprises that stall escrow.
What we check
- Roof, flashing, gutters and drainage
- Attic, insulation and ventilation
- Foundation and visible structure
- Electrical panel, wiring, outlets and GFCIs
- Plumbing, fixtures and water heater
- Heating and air conditioning
- Windows, doors, walls, ceilings and floors
- Exterior, stucco, grading and drainage
- Built-in kitchen appliances
- Garage and garage door safety
What a standard inspection doesn’t cover
- Anything hidden inside walls, under flooring or behind stored items
- The inside of the sewer line (that takes a camera scope)
- Termite and wood-destroying pest reports
- Code compliance or permit history
In California, termite reports come from licensed pest control companies. We’re glad to point you in the right direction.
Why sellers do it
List with fewer surprises.
No last-minute renegotiation
When you already know the home’s condition, a buyer’s inspection is less likely to derail the deal.
Time to get fair quotes
Fix things on your schedule with your own contractors, instead of rushing in the middle of escrow.
Price it right
Know the true condition of the home before you and your agent set the list price.
Good to know
Seller questions.
Do I have to share the report with buyers?
California sellers generally must disclose known material defects. Many sellers share the report to build trust. Talk with your agent about the best approach for your sale.
Will buyers still get their own inspection?
Usually, yes. But when they already know about the big items, their inspection tends to bring fewer surprises.
How far ahead of listing should I book?
Two to four weeks before you list gives you time to get quotes and make repairs.
Other services
More ways we can help.
Buyer’s home inspection
A top-to-bottom look at the home you are about to buy, with a photo report you can use to negotiate.
Mold inspection
A careful search for visible mold and the moisture problems that feed it.
New construction and 11-month warranty inspection
New homes have issues too. Catch them while the builder still has to fix them.
Ready when you are
Let’s take a closer look at your next home.
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