Existing Home Buyer Inspections
A detailed look at an existing home helps you understand visible defects, maintenance needs, and potential safety concerns during your option period.
Brad uses a ZipLevel to measure foundation elevations during an existing-home inspection.
Understand the home before you buy.
When to schedule
During your option period, with time to review findings.
What Brad examines
An existing-home inspection provides buyers with a detailed evaluation of the home's visible and accessible components, including the foundation, structural systems, roof, attic, exterior, interior, electrical systems, plumbing, heating and cooling equipment, and built-in appliances.
Brad looks for signs of damage, deterioration, improper installation, and conditions that may require repair or further evaluation.
His inspection report includes photographs and clear explanations of the findings, helping buyers understand the home's condition before making important decisions.
Put the findings to work
Review the findings with Brad and discuss your next steps with your real estate agent.
Request an inspectionUsing Your Inspection Report During Negotiations
If your purchase contract includes an option period, having a home inspected during that time helps you understand what you're purchasing before deciding how to move forward.
If Brad identifies concerns, you can review the findings with your real estate agent and determine whether to request repairs, negotiate a price adjustment, or ask for other concessions from the seller.
Not every finding requires negotiation. Some may involve routine maintenance, while others could represent significant repair expenses.
The inspection report provides information to help you make informed decisions about the property and your next steps.
If an option period applies, schedule your inspection early in that period so you have adequate time to review the report and discuss any concerns before your contractual deadline.
Questions About Your Inspection?
Buying an existing home is an important decision, and understanding its condition can help you move forward with confidence.
You're welcome to attend your inspection, ask Brad questions, and discuss concerns about the property. Weekend appointments may also be available, depending on scheduling.
Existing Home Inspections Across Greater Houston
Brad Leland provides independent home inspections throughout Greater Houston, including established neighborhoods, older residential properties, and previously occupied homes.
Whether you're purchasing a longtime family home, a property that has undergone renovations, or a more recently built resale home, a thorough inspection helps you better understand its condition before purchasing.
| Area | Communities We Serve |
|---|---|
| La Porte & East Houston | La Porte, Deer Park, Pasadena, Shoreacres, Seabrook, Morgan's Point |
| Baytown & Northeast Houston | Baytown, Highlands, Crosby, Mont Belvieu, Huffman, Dayton, Cleveland |
| Clear Lake & Southeast Houston | Clear Lake, Webster, League City, Dickinson, Friendswood, Kemah |
| South Houston & Brazoria County | Pearland, Alvin, Manvel, Santa Fe, Texas City, La Marque |
| Central & West Houston | Houston, Memorial, Spring Branch, Katy, Sugar Land, Missouri City |
| Northwest Houston | Cypress, Jersey Village, Tomball, Hockley |
| Galveston & Coastal Communities | Galveston, Galveston's West End, Tiki Island |
A Home Inspection Before You Buy
Every existing home has its own history. Age, renovations, maintenance, and previous repairs can all affect its condition.
Brad's inspection provides valuable information to help buyers evaluate a property, understand potential repair needs, and discuss findings with their real estate agent before any applicable option-period deadline.
Explore All Service AreasElevated foundations and access
Brad inspects elevated pier-and-beam foundations, including beach houses and elevated coastal homes around Galveston and the Greater Houston Gulf Coast, when accessible without crawling. There is no additional fee simply because a home has an elevated pier-and-beam foundation. He does not perform inspections requiring crawling beneath low-clearance pier-and-beam homes. Please call to discuss access before scheduling.