Your Inspection
Helping You Understand Your Property Before You Buy, Sell, or Maintain It
What to Expect During Your Inspection
Whether you’re buying a home, preparing to list your property, or simply keeping up with maintenance, we want your inspection to feel straightforward from the very first phone call. Legacy Inspections brings more than two decades of residential and commercial experience to every appointment, and our bilingual home inspectors are committed to making the process educational, not intimidating.
We follow the Standards of Practice set by InterNACHI, one of the most respected organizations in the home inspection industry. During the walkthrough, we evaluate every major system and component of the property, from the roof and foundation to plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and beyond, calling out anything that needs immediate attention as well as smaller signs of deferred maintenance.
Once we’ve finished walking the property, we’ll go over the condition of the home with you and your real estate agent in plain language, no jargon required. You’ll receive a detailed report through Spectora in both HTML and PDF formats, complete with photos and clear descriptions of everything we covered, so you can revisit the findings from your inspection anytime you need to.
Frequently Asked Questions
A typical home inspection covers structural components, roofing, plumbing, electrical systems, heating and cooling, insulation, windows, doors, and more. Depending on the size of the property, the visit usually takes between two and four hours, sometimes longer for larger commercial buildings.
Clear access to your attic, crawlspace, electrical panel, and water heater, and make sure all appliances are in working order. If you won’t be attending in person, just let us know so we can coordinate access ahead of time and keep pets safely out of the way.
No. A home inspection isn’t a pass or fail test. It’s a straightforward audit of the property’s condition. Your report may note items that need attention, but those notes are meant to inform your decision, not scare you away from it.
In many cases you can legally skip one, but we wouldn’t recommend it. Waiving your inspection means you could end up responsible for repairs you never saw coming, which is a costly risk on one of the biggest purchases of your life.
We’re here to identify and document issues, not perform the repairs ourselves. If something needs attention, we’ll explain what it is and point you toward the right kind of contractor, but the decision of who to hire is always yours.
It can, in a couple of ways. If we find something that needs repair, that could influence the appraised value or open up a conversation about who covers the cost. On the flip side, a clean inspection can give buyers, lenders, and appraisers extra confidence in the property’s condition.
Yes. Alongside our residential home inspections, we offer commercial inspections for business owners, investors, and property managers throughout San Diego County, using the same thorough approach and clear reporting you’d expect for a single-family home.
5 Reasons Your Inspection Is Worth Every Penny
Stronger Negotiating Position
Buyers can use the findings from your inspection to negotiate a fairer price or request repairs, while sellers can get ahead of issues before listing to justify their asking price.
Protects Your Safety
We flag safety concerns most people never think to check for, including electrical hazards, carbon monoxide risks, mold, and structural weak points.
Plans for What's Ahead
When we notice a system nearing the end of its lifespan, like an aging water heater or HVAC unit, we'll tell you, so you can budget for it instead of getting blindsided.
Builds Buyer Confidence
Sellers who complete a pre-listing inspection show buyers there's nothing to hide, which often leads to faster offers and smoother negotiations.
Delivers Real Peace of Mind
Once your inspection is done, you'll know exactly what you're working with, which means fewer surprises and a lot more confidence in your decision.
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What's Included in a Home Inspection?
Roof
Roof coverings, gutters, downspouts, vents, flashing, skylights, chimney, roof penetrations and the general structure of the roof.
Attic, Insulation, Ventilation
Insulation and ventilation of unfinished spaces, including attics, crawl spaces, foundation areas and exhaust systems.
Exterior
Siding, windows, exterior doors, flashing & trim, walkways, driveways, stairs, patios & decks, and drainage.
Basement, Foundation, Crawlspace, Structure
Foundation movement, cracks, structural concerns, and indication of water penetration.
Cooling
Cooling system, location of thermostat, energy source and cooling method.
Heating
Heating system, location of thermostat, energy source and heating method.
Fireplace
Visible portions of the fireplace & chimneys, lintels, damper doors, and cleanout doors & frames.
Plumbing
Main water & fuel supply shut-off valves, water heater, interior water supply, toilets, sinks, tubs, showers, drain, waste and vent systems.
Electrical
Service drop, overhead service conductors, service head & mast, main service disconnect, panelboards, grounding, switches, light fixtures, receptacles deemed to be AFCI & GFCI, and the presence of smoke alarms & carbon monoxide detectors.
Appliances
Dishwasher, disposal, range, oven, microwave, refrigerator, exhaust, bathroom heater, garage door, doorbell, and dryer vent
Doors, Windows, Interior
Representative number of doors & windows, floors, walls, ceilings, stairs, railings, garage door and openers.
Visual
Our reports include high-resolution photos so you can spot key issues and understand your property's condition at a glance.
Follow Up Support
After your inspection, we'll walk through the findings with you and your real estate agent so you can ask questions and get clarity on anything that matters most.
Delivery Within 24 Hours
You'll receive the full report from your inspection within 24 hours, so you're never left waiting when a decision is on the line.
Email Delivery
Your report arrives by email with access to your secure Spectora portal, where you can also handle payments and sign agreements in one place.
Mobile-Friendly Reports
Reports are optimized for phones and tablets, so you can pull them up wherever you need to, whether that's at the kitchen table or standing in the driveway.
Agent Repair Request Tool
Real estate agents can use our built-in Repair Request Builder to pull findings straight from the report into a repair request or negotiation document.