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The Value Of A

Pre-Listing Crawl Space Inspection

The crawl space is definitely that section of the home that can cause home sales to fall apart.  This is a shame, because when it comes down to it, the underside of the home is really just a wooden grid on cinder-blocks.  One thing that is for sure, is crawl space and structural repair labor is expensive because it's hard work, and the insurance for it is outrageous. 


Often, when buyers get wind of structural issues under the home, they get "cold feet".  In our opinion, the best way to prevent this from killing a deal with a moving date two weeks away, is to get the crawl space inspected prior to listing the home. 


At Patriot Crawl Space Repairs we're a licensed Class-A Residential Building Contractor, as well as a licensed pesticide company.  We provide FREE Pre-Listing crawl space inspections, and we also take a glance at the roof, the HVAC, water heater, and attic, and let you know if we see any issues in terms of those items. 


Basically, we want to look over anything that might scare a buyer off.  It's not a 3 hour home inspection, but it's going to cover the main items, and let the seller know if there's something that might pop up once a buyer is involved.  This gives the seller the opportunity to plan accordingly, or make repairs on their time-frame and terms. 


We will base any repair recommendations on the fact that the home is being sold, and not recommend "over-kill" in terms of the level of repairs.


Here's a quick rundown of what's included in our Pre-Listing inspections.


  • A full photo report of all items inspected.


  • A detailed quote for any items the seller would like pricing on.


  • A complete structural crawl space inspection.


  • A Termite & Moisture evaluation.


  • Inspection of crawl space plumbing, electrical, and HVAC duct-work.


  • A visual roof inspection from the ground.


  • A visual inspection of the HVAC system and water heater.


  • A visual inspection of the attic.


  • Photos of any repairs we make.


If you have a listing coming up that you think a Pre-Listing Inspection would be helpful for, just give us a call, text us, or email us, and we will get to it right away. 


Robbie and April McCarty

Patriot Crawl Space Repairs

(757) 210-6043