Home Inspection Issues Guide

Federal Pacific / Zinsco Electrical Panel

$2.0K - $4.5K

Knob-and-Tube Wiring

$10.0K - $25.0K

Aluminum Branch Circuit Wiring

$3.5K - $7.5K

Double-Tapped Circuit Breakers

$150 - $350

Undersized Electrical Panel (60-100 Amp)

$2.0K - $4.5K

Missing GFCI Protection

$400 - $1.5K

Improper Electrical Wiring / Open Junction Boxes

$400 - $3.5K

Outdated Ungrounded Electrical Outlets (2-Prong)

$3.8K - $12.0K

Environmental

Active Mold / Mold in HVAC System

$2.5K - $8.0K

Asbestos-Containing Materials

$2.0K - $6.0K

Lead-Based Paint (Pre-1978 Homes)

$3.5K - $10.0K

Termite / Wood-Destroying Insect Damage

$1.0K - $4.5K

Radon Levels Above EPA Action Threshold

$800 - $2.8K

Structural

Severe Foundation Damage / Foundation Failure

$20.0K - $60.0K

Plumbing

Polybutylene (Poly-B) Plumbing

$6.0K - $13.0K

Galvanized Steel Plumbing / Corroded Pipes

$5.5K - $12.0K

Water Heater at End of Life

$1.2K - $3.5K

Sewer Line Issues / Bellied Pipe

$4.0K - $15.0K

Main Water Line Issues

$2.5K - $8.0K

Septic System Concerns

$5.0K - $20.0K

Active Plumbing Leaks / Corroded Supply Lines

$4.0K - $15.0K

Aging Plumbing Fixtures (Faucets, Toilets)

$200 - $1.0K

Safety

Gas Line Issues / Active Gas Leak

$250 - $1.5K

Missing Handrails / Safety Code Violations

$600 - $3.0K

Garage Door Opener Safety Issues

$100 - $700

Missing Smoke or CO Detectors

$50 - $400

Roofing

Aging/Failing Roof (Needs Replacement)

$9.0K - $22.0K

Active Roof Leak / Water Intrusion

$2.2K - $6.0K

Missing or Damaged Roof Flashing

$400 - $1.1K

Exterior

Wood Rot / Deteriorated Fascia and Soffits

$900 - $2.8K

Damaged or Missing Siding

$450 - $2.0K

Improper Grading / Drainage Toward Foundation

$2.2K - $9.0K

Damaged or Settling Chimney

$700 - $12.0K

Deteriorated Deck or Porch Structure

$1.5K - $4.0K

Foundation Cracks (Hairline to Moderate)

$400 - $4.0K

Retaining Wall Failure or Leaning

$6.5K - $20.0K

Exterior Paint Peeling / Deterioration

$1.8K - $8.5K

Missing Caulking / Weatherstripping

$50 - $1.1K

Tree or Landscape Encroachment on Structure

$350 - $6.0K

Fence in Poor Condition

$2.5K - $5.5K

Driveway / Sidewalk Concrete Cracks

$300 - $12.0K

HVAC

Aging HVAC System (15+ Years Old)

$7.5K - $14.0K

Insulation & Energy

Insufficient Attic Insulation

$1.8K - $3.9K

Single-Pane Windows (Energy Inefficiency)

$6.5K - $18.0K

Ventilation & Air Quality

Poor Ventilation / Missing Bathroom Exhaust Fans

$350 - $750

Interior

Drywall Cracks / Nail Pops / Settlement Cracks

$500 - $2.4K

Signs of Water Damage / Ceiling or Wall Staining

$700 - $3.0K

Worn or Damaged Flooring

$1.2K - $10.0K

Aging or Failing Appliances

$1.2K - $14.0K