Yes! We are licensed in the state of Florida and hold general Liability and E&O insurance.

Our FL License Number: #HI13684

Our Liability policy covers: $1 Million

Our E&O policy covers: $2 Million

Additionally, we hold several other optional certifications and licenses to give you confidence in our services!

All our inspectors have completed the 120 hour certification course, and passed the Florida State Licensing Exam.

In addition to mandated courses and exams, Home Sight Inspections has also completed numerous certifications through ICA, DBPR & InterNACHI in addition to required continuing education.

You should attend the inspection. You can learn a lot about the home by following the inspector around and walking through the home at the end of the inspection, for the inspector to go through the report with you. The inspector will also point out where important things are in your home. If you can’t make it to the inspection we recommend setting up a phone call with the inspector to go over the report and the house.

A home inspection takes between 2-5 hours depending on the home. Times can vary depending on size of home and number of items to report on. It is recommended to show up around the last hour to thirty minutes. We understand most clients do not want to be present for the entire duration of the inspection.

A home inspection is a visual examination of the home's major structure, systems and components that are visible and safely accessible. The inspector should substantially adhere to a standards of practice that outlines what should be covered during a general home inspection, as well as what is excluded. Some inspectors may strictly follow the standards of practice, while others may exceed the standards and inspect other items, or perform a more detailed inspection. Whatever the inspector includes in his or her inspection should be discussed prior to the inspection – this is known as the scope of work. The inspector should be able to provide you with a copy or online link to the standards of practice they follow. The inspector should provide you with a written report, which may include photos and/or recommendations, of his or her findings of the inspection. Read InterNACHI's Standards of Practice to find out what is typically included and excluded in a home inspection.

Buying a home is typically the biggest investment you will ever make, so it's important to get a home inspection because the inspector should be able to discover and document defects that may or may not be obvious to you as a prospective buyer. Such defects can range from simple replacements or repairs, to severe damage or safety and health concerns. Additionally, most mortgage companies require a home inspection on a property before approving the home loan.

If your home inspection reveals any problems, it is important to understand the severity of the defect. Most minor items can be fixed with a low cost. When classified as moderate or major these items can be costly to repair or be a safety hazard. We always recommend scheduling a re-inspection after all agreed upon repairs have been made to update the inspection reports.

An insurance inspection is typically required when changing insurance policies, renewing insurance policies, or getting a new roof installed. We recommend you confirm which inspections you need when talking with your insurance company.