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Most Requested Inspections
The most requested home inspections in Florida generally fall into two categories: those required for the real estate transaction and those required for homeowners insurance.
The three most common and highly requested inspections are:
General Home Inspection (Buyer's Inspection)4-Point Inspection
Wind Mitigation Inspection
1. General Home Inspection (Buyer's Inspection)
This is the most common and comprehensive inspection, typically performed when a buyer has a contract on a home. It's not legally required, but it is highly recommended to protect the buyer's investment.
Purpose: To give the buyer a thorough, objective evaluation of the property's overall condition and identify defects, maintenance issues, and safety concerns.
Scope: Covers the entire home, including the structure, foundation, roof, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, major appliances, attic, insulation, interior, and exterior.
2. 4-Point Inspection (Insurance Requirement)
This focused inspection is usually required by insurance companies, particularly for homes that are 30–40 years or older, when a new policy is being issued or an old one is renewed.
Purpose: To assess the risk associated with a home's age and condition before issuing coverage.
Scope: Focuses exclusively on the age, condition, and remaining useful life of the four critical systems:
Roof
Electrical System
Plumbing System
HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning)
3. Wind Mitigation Inspection (Insurance Requirement)
This is a Florida-specific inspection that is purely for insurance discounts—it is not required for the sale of the home, but nearly all Florida homeowners request it.
Purpose: To document the presence of specific construction features that make a home more resistant to damage from high winds and hurricanes. Florida law mandates that insurance companies offer premium discounts for homes with these features.
Scope: Examines and documents seven key structural features, including the roof's geometry, the roof-to-wall attachment method (e.g., clips or straps), and the use of opening protection (hurricane shutters or impact-rated windows).
Additional Highly Requested Inspections
Due to Florida's climate and environmental factors, buyers frequently request these additional, specialized inspections:
Wood-Destroying Organism (WDO) Inspection: Commonly referred to as a Termite Inspection, this is highly requested to check for current or past evidence of termites, carpenter ants, and other wood-destroying organisms.
Mold Inspection/Testing: Florida's high humidity makes homes susceptible to moisture intrusion and mold growth. This inspection is often requested if the general inspection finds signs of water damage or if the buyer is concerned about indoor air quality.
Pool and Spa Inspection: An inspection of the pool's systems, equipment (pumps, heaters), decking, and safety barriers.
Experience
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What truly sets Bob apart is his status as an FAA Licensed Drone Pilot. This critical certification allows for safe, high-resolution roof inspections—a necessity in Florida—providing clarity on hard-to-access areas that traditional methods can miss. From foundational integrity and structural engineering issues to the smallest signs of wood-boring insects, Bob Greene provides the comprehensive, detailed reports you need to move forward with confidence.
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