Expert Home Inspectors

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Pre-Listing Home Inspection for Sellers

Pre-Purchase Home Inspection for Buyers

New Construction Home Inspections

Commercial Property Inspections

Multi-Unit Property Inspections

Townhouse Inspections

Condo Inspections

Roof Inspections using DRONE Technology

Mold/Air Quality Testing

Radon Testing

Sewer Line Scoping

Plumbing Inspections

The purchase of a home is probably the largest single investment you will ever make. A home inspection helps you learn as much as you can about condition of the property before you buy so you can avoid costly surprises afterwards. 

If you are already a homeowner, a home inspection will also help you uncover potential problems that can be corrected before they become expensive repairs. If you are planning to sell your home, you will want to consider an inspection before placing it on the market. Knowing all issues in advance gives you time to address them without delaying or otherwise putting your closing at risk.  

Residential, Commercial, Condos, Townhouses, Apartment buildings, Multi-family dwellings, Duplexes.

Absolutely!

A standard home inspection provides valuable insights on the current condition of a home – but it can’t always tell the whole story. If you’re planning on buying a home, especially one built over 20 years ago, you should consider investing in a sewer scope inspection. A sewer scope inspection will reveal any issues in a home’s sewage system – problems that could cost you thousands if left untreated. 

A sewer scope inspection gives you an inside look into a home’s sewer lines. A professional home or sewer inspector will perform the inspection. They start by inserting a plumbing camera attached to a long, flexible cable into the home’s drainpipe. The scoping camera streams video to a monitor allowing the inspector to look for any blockages, tree root intrusion, broken pipes, or other serious problems with the sewage system.

As with the home inspection, a sewer scope inspection allows you to get a better idea of a house’s overall condition. Without a sewer inspection, you may be buying a home with a faulty sewer system. 

The cost of an inspection is negligible compared to the cost to repair a broken sewer line. Simply repairing a broken sewer pipe can cost up to $300 per foot, and the average cost of replacing sewer drains can range from $2,500 to $30,000 or more. If the damage is severe enough to cause flooding, foundation issues or mold growth, then you could be paying thousands of dollars in repairs. 

Don’t pass on a sewer inspection just because the home’s plumbing is currently working fine. Everything above ground may be perfect, but you may have a disaster waiting under your home. A sewer scope is the easiest, least expensive way to determine how your sewer lines will perform once you move in. Don’t let a sewer backup be your first warning that something is wrong.

Schedule your Sewer Line Inspection along with your Home Inspection Today! 

YES! At VIP Home Inspections, we want to ensure your home is safe with certified mold inspections. Our mold inspectors will assess your living space for serious mold build up and provide a quick, detailed and informative report which gives you expert advice on how to manage mold effectively.

Mold can be found in several places in the home. Our mold inspectors will leave no stone unturned in an effort to make your home safe and mold free.

No. A home inspection is simply a thorough visual inspection of the current condition of the home on the day it is inspected.  Your inspector will describe the physical condition of your property and indicate what may need to be repaired or replaced to improve your selling position.

No, but we highly recommend it.  When you accompany your inspector, you are able to ask all your questions and learn about how the systems of your home operate and how to maintain them. You will have the benefit of advice from an industry expert. Take advantage of it! 

The Inspection PDF Report is an easy-to-reference document detailing the condition of the home's major components including items like HVAC, Plumbing, Electrical, Roofing, Foundation, Attic, Windows and more. Included within the PDF report are multiple photos for referencing.

Inspection time depends on the property size and characteristics. Usually a standard home requires about 3 hours, while townhouses and condos may take less. Commercial or multi-family units vary widely.

Be assured that most of the issues uncovered by a home inspector are simple, maintenance-related items that are easy to correct. But no matter what the issue, it is important that you understand the problem and the cost. Talk with your Home Inspector and call licensed contractors for repairs or replacement costs.  Any problems resolved as well as a record of the repair must be disclosed when selling a property.  

Although it may seem convenient to have an Inspector who is also a contractor, it poses a conflict of interest. We will inspect your home without any vested interest in repairs. 

No. Be sure to choose a home inspector who is State Certified and licensed. VIP home inspectors are fully trained and certified and have additional background in construction. Be assured that our personnel will not miss issues that can result in extra costs and delays down the road. We will perform a thorough inspection that will equip you with all the information you need to make informed decisions about your home.

Our Home Inspection fees vary depending on property size and start at $500 for a home and $400 for a condo. Please call for Multi-family and Commercial quotes. Our Mold Inspection (w/air sampling) fees start at $425.  Radon Testing fees start at $300. Sewer Scoping fees start at $350. Bundle your inspection and services for GREAT discounts. 

Pricing will be delivered in writing before your appointment. Our fees are based on the estimated purchase price of the home, usually about 1/10 of 1% of the price. Although this is significantly smaller than other fees involved in a real estate transaction, a home inspection is an invaluable element in buying or selling your home. 

A detailed inspection report will be published and emailed to you the same day, usually in the evening.

Payment is due at or before the time of the Inspection OR you may choose the NEW Flex Funding option for your convenience.   Please inquire about Flex Funding during scheduling!  

VIP Home Inspections, LLC accepts all major credit cards (for a 3% convenience fee), cash, certified check, Venmo and Zelle as well. 

You have options! 

Limited on funds? Pay for your inspection using Flex Funding!

Flexibility to add services, if needed!

Give yourself the ability to add more inspection services (Radon, Sewer Scoping, Mold/AQ) that are important for your home purchase.

Plan Ahead!

Grant yourself the gift of easier financial planning by using Flex Funding.

We operate 7 days a week, weather permitting, and can usually handle your request within just a few days. We do, however, recommend that you call as early in your process as possible to reduce any chance of delays due to necessary repairs. 

We service the Northeast Illinois region including, Will County, Cook County, Dupage County, Kane County, and Kendall County.

We here at VIP Home Inspections give you HomeBinder with your home inspection absolutely FREE!  HomeBinder allows you to organize and save all related home information in a convenient online application. From storing paint colors to getting maintenance reminders, HomeBinder will help get your home ownership off to a great start. It will ensure you have all the details you need in the future right at your fingertips. Best of all, we’ll get it setup for you to minimize the effort to begin managing your greatest asset. Although you’ll probably not think about selling for some time, when you do, your HomeBinder will help with buyers, your accountant and the appraiser. We will give you lifetime of ownership access to HomeBinder Homeowner Edition (otherwise $12/year) as part of your inspection. You can learn more at  www.homebinder.com 

Porch Home Assistant GOLD

VIP Home Inspections partners with Porch Home Assistant and offers you a complimentary membership with Porch Home Assistant Gold for your move in projects and all future home projects.

Many times, clients will ask us for referrals for repairs.  Since we cover such a large service area it would be impossible to have an updated list for all the different types of contractors one may need.  Porch can help you find a reliable contractor for any job big or small and give you multiple quotes so you can find the best choice for you.

Check out the details here for more information about how to use these services.

YES we do! 

VIP Home Inspections partners with Secure 24© (an ADT Authorized Dealer) to help homeowners with their security needs and allows clients to receive free installation and equipment.  Call Justin at 847.282.0645 or check them out here.

VIP Home Inspections is a member of IAHI (Illinois Association of Home Inspectors); member #287. You can learn more at https://iahi.pro

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