Home Inspection (See what is inspected here)

Re-Sale / Pre-Purchase • Punch Lists (Sorry...New Homes Only!) • New Construction - Pre-Slab, Pre-Drywall (MEP-Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) • One Year Builder Warranty (usually performed at 11 months), Builder "Punch Lists.

NO EXTRA CHARGE FOR RE-INSPECTIONS! You had your home inspected, you are getting ready for closing and the seller claims they have completed all the repairs you had requested to be done. How do you know if the repairs were done and done properly? Homefirst will verify that these repairs have been completed AT *NO EXTRA CHARGE* As a part of our service, we offer this to our customers because we know that many buyers will not or cannot go into an attic, or on a roof, etc. to verify these repairs.  We also off pre-closing inspections for those out of town buyers.(*Call for details as certain restrictions apply)

Bed & Breakfast

Standard and technically exhaustive inspections available. In addition to our Standard Building Inspection, our inspections often include specialty systems, but not limited to, elevators, generators, in-line gas water heaters, security systems, etc. Call for quote.

Commercial (light)

Commercial Inspections of all property types, including: Small apartment buildings and complexes, retail buildings and offices, multi-family/offices, etc. We conduct observations of the site, structure, roof, building envelope, interior elements, and the mechanical and electrical systems of the subject property. Our property condition reports (PCR) are completed utilizing the baseline standard for commercial inspections and property condition assessments (PCA) from the American Society for Testing and Materials ASTM E 2018.

New Construction

Pre-Slab, Pre-Drywall (MEP-Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing)

WDO Inspections

A Wood Destroying Organism (WDO) Inspection is an inspection on a home for visible and accessible evidence of an infestation or damage by wood destroying organisms. A WDO report is also commonly called a "Termite Inspection".

Whenever an inspection for wood-destroying organisms is made for purposes of a real estate transfer, or a fee is charged, or if a written report is requested, it must be reported using a State required form, sometimes referred to as Form 1145 because of the old form number, as mandated by Florida Law. (Chapter 482.226, Florida Statutes and Chapter 5E-14.142(2)(c), Florida Administrative Code.).

Pool Inspections

In-ground pools only. This is a visual inspection/test only (cracks/skimmers/pumps/electrical).

4-Point Insurance Inspection (FREE with Home Inspection)

A Four Point Inspection covers the four main systems (Roof, Heating, Plumbing, Electrical). In general insurance companies require these systems to be in generally good working condition and fulfilling their intended function. If the home is an older home the insurance companies want to see that the systems have been updated. In most cases, the forms are provided by the insurance companies to their clients. Click here for more information.

HomeFirst offers home buyers a FREE insurance inspection ($125.00+ value) when purchasing a Standard or Technically Exhaustive home inspection. Did you know that many insurance companies require a Four Point (insurance) inspection on homes older than 20 years old? Many times, all that is needed is a Roof inspection. HomeFirst has its own form that complies with most insurance company requirements but the home buyer should verify these requirements. Just let us know prior to your home inspection so we can bring the appropriate paperwork.

EIFS (artificial stucco) Inspection

Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems (EIFS) are multi-layered exterior wall systems that are used on both commercial buildings and homes. EIFS were introduced in the U.S. almost 30 years ago and were first used on commercial buildings and then later on homes. The potential problem with EIFS is that moisture can get trapped behind the highly water resistant material with no way out. This can cause the framing to rot and foster the growth of mold between the exterior and interior walls. Damp and rotting wood is also a prime target for subterranean termites. Click here for more information.