Home Inspection Issues Guide
Found something in your inspection report? Browse our knowledge base of 50 common issues with national repair costs, severity ratings, and negotiation strategies to help you make informed decisions.
Electrical
Red Flag
Federal Pacific / Zinsco Electrical Panel
$2.0K - $4.5K
Red Flag
Knob-and-Tube Wiring
$10.0K - $25.0K
Red Flag
Aluminum Branch Circuit Wiring
$3.5K - $7.5K
Big-Ticket
Double-Tapped Circuit Breakers
$150 - $350
Big-Ticket
Undersized Electrical Panel (60-100 Amp)
$2.0K - $4.5K
Big-Ticket
Missing GFCI Protection
$400 - $1.5K
Big-Ticket
Improper Electrical Wiring / Open Junction Boxes
$400 - $3.5K
Worth Fixing
Outdated Ungrounded Electrical Outlets (2-Prong)
$3.8K - $12.0K
Environmental
Plumbing
Red Flag
Polybutylene (Poly-B) Plumbing
$6.0K - $13.0K
Red Flag
Galvanized Steel Plumbing / Corroded Pipes
$5.5K - $12.0K
Big-Ticket
Water Heater at End of Life
$1.2K - $3.5K
Big-Ticket
Sewer Line Issues / Bellied Pipe
$4.0K - $15.0K
Big-Ticket
Main Water Line Issues
$2.5K - $8.0K
Big-Ticket
Septic System Concerns
$5.0K - $20.0K
Big-Ticket
Active Plumbing Leaks / Corroded Supply Lines
$4.0K - $15.0K
Worth Fixing
Aging Plumbing Fixtures (Faucets, Toilets)
$200 - $1.0K
Safety
Roofing
Exterior
Big-Ticket
Wood Rot / Deteriorated Fascia and Soffits
$900 - $2.8K
Big-Ticket
Damaged or Missing Siding
$450 - $2.0K
Big-Ticket
Improper Grading / Drainage Toward Foundation
$2.2K - $9.0K
Big-Ticket
Damaged or Settling Chimney
$700 - $12.0K
Big-Ticket
Deteriorated Deck or Porch Structure
$1.5K - $4.0K
Worth Fixing
Foundation Cracks (Hairline to Moderate)
$400 - $4.0K
Big-Ticket
Retaining Wall Failure or Leaning
$6.5K - $20.0K
Worth Fixing
Exterior Paint Peeling / Deterioration
$1.8K - $8.5K
Wear & Tear
Missing Caulking / Weatherstripping
$50 - $1.1K
Worth Fixing
Tree or Landscape Encroachment on Structure
$350 - $6.0K
Wear & Tear
Fence in Poor Condition
$2.5K - $5.5K
Wear & Tear
Driveway / Sidewalk Concrete Cracks
$300 - $12.0K
Insulation & Energy
Ventilation & Air Quality
Interior
Worth Fixing
Drywall Cracks / Nail Pops / Settlement Cracks
$500 - $2.4K
Worth Fixing
Signs of Water Damage / Ceiling or Wall Staining
$700 - $3.0K
Wear & Tear
Worn or Damaged Flooring
$1.2K - $10.0K
Worth Fixing
Aging or Failing Appliances
$1.2K - $14.0K
Worth Fixing
Interior Paint Condition / Lead Concerns
$400 - $10.0K