Pre-Listing Home Inspections
Find Problems Before the Buyer Does
A buyer’s inspection can uncover defects at the most stressful point in the transaction—after the home is under contract.
A Pre-Listing Inspection allows sellers to identify visible concerns before marketing the property, providing additional time to make repairs, obtain estimates, prepare disclosures, and reduce surprises during escrow.
Benefits of a Pre-Listing Inspection
Reduce Last-Minute Surprises
Learn about visible defects before the buyer’s inspector identifies them.
Control the Repair Process
Choose which repairs to complete and obtain competitive pricing without the pressure of a closing deadline.
Support More Accurate Disclosures
The report may help the seller and real estate professionals prepare for disclosure discussions. It does not replace required seller disclosures or legal advice.
Strengthen Buyer Confidence
A well-documented inspection and completed repairs may demonstrate responsible property maintenance.
Improve Pricing Decisions
Understanding the home’s condition can help the seller and real estate agent discuss listing strategy more realistically.
What Is Inspected?
The inspection generally covers visible and readily accessible portions of:
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Roof
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Exterior
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Foundation and structure
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Plumbing
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Electrical
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Heating and cooling
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Attic and insulation
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Interior rooms
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Doors and representative windows
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Garage
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Built-in components
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Decks, balconies, stairs, and railings
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Site drainage near the structure
What You Receive
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Digital inspection report
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Photographs of observed conditions
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Summary of significant findings
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Safety concerns
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Maintenance observations
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Recommended repairs
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Items requiring specialist evaluation
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Optional repair-scope consultation
After the Inspection
You may use the report to:
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Complete selected repairs.
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Obtain specialist evaluations.
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Gather repair estimates.
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Prepare documentation of completed work.
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Discuss disclosures with your real estate agent.
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Leave certain conditions for buyer consideration.
The decision to repair, disclose, credit, or sell as-is should be made with the appropriate real estate and legal professionals.
Should the Report Be Shared With Buyers?
That decision should be discussed with your real estate agent and, when necessary, a California real estate attorney.
A pre-listing inspection may help prepare for the transaction, but it does not eliminate the buyer’s right to conduct an independent inspection.
Prepare Before You List
Give yourself more time, more information, and greater control over the repair process.