Services
Inspections for every stage of the transaction
Pre-purchase, pre-listing, pre-sale, and re-inspections—plus radon and sewer scope add-ons. Todd confirms scope and quote before your appointment is booked.
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Inspection services
Choose the inspection that matches where you are in the sale—each includes the same professional standards and Spectora reporting.
Buyer
Pre-purchase inspection
A full visual inspection for buyers under contract—so you know the condition of the home before you close.
This is the inspection most buyers schedule during their contingency period. We document the roof, structure, exterior, major systems, and visible interior components with photos and plain-language notes in a Spectora report.
You can use the findings to negotiate repairs, request credits, plan post-closing maintenance, or walk away with a clearer picture. Todd performs every inspection and is available for a same-day verbal summary when timing allows.
Add radon testing or a sewer scope during booking if you want those bundled with the same visit.
What's included
- Roof, exterior, grading, and drainage
- Foundation and structural elements (visible)
- HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems
- Attic, insulation, and ventilation (when accessible)
- Kitchen appliances and interior rooms
- Garage and attached structures in base scope
Ideal for
- Home buyers under purchase contract
- Agents coordinating ShowingTime access
- Anyone who wants facts—not pressure—before closing
Seller · Before listing
Pre-listing inspection
Get ahead of buyer concerns by inspecting before your home hits the market—fix issues on your timeline or disclose with confidence.
A pre-listing inspection helps sellers see what a buyer’s inspector will likely find. You choose what to repair, what to disclose, and what to price accordingly—without surprises during negotiations.
Reports are the same professional standard we use for buyers: detailed, photo-rich, and easy for agents to share with interested parties when appropriate.
Many sellers pair this with radon testing so radon questions are answered before the first offer.
What's included
- Same thorough scope as a buyer’s inspection
- Documentation suitable for disclosure conversations
- Maintenance and safety observations
- Optional add-ons: radon and sewer scope
Ideal for
- Sellers preparing to list in the next few weeks
- Owners who want fewer renegotiation surprises
- Vacant or occupied homes (access coordinated in advance)
Seller · Under contract
Pre-sale inspection
For sellers when the home is under contract—document condition for the transaction, respond to buyer requests, or satisfy agreement requirements.
When the sale is already in motion, timing matters. We work with you and your agent to schedule efficiently and deliver reports that support the transaction—not delay it.
Pre-sale inspections can help sellers understand buyer inspection findings, prepare for re-inspections, or meet specific contract obligations. Scope is confirmed before the appointment is booked.
Tell us your deadline and any areas of concern (roof, foundation, prior repairs) when you request the inspection.
What's included
- Full residential inspection scope as agreed
- Coordination with agents and access requirements
- Clear reporting for transaction stakeholders
- Re-inspection available if repairs are completed later
Ideal for
- Sellers with an accepted offer
- Transactions requiring seller-provided inspection
- Owners comparing buyer findings to an independent report
Follow-up
Re-inspection
A focused follow-up visit to verify repairs or corrections agreed to after the initial inspection—before you release contingencies or close.
After repairs are made, buyers and agents often need confirmation that agreed items were addressed. A re-inspection targets the specific list from your negotiation—not a full second inspection of the entire home unless requested.
We document what was verified, what could not be accessed, and any remaining concerns with photos. This helps everyone move forward with clarity.
Provide the repair list, invoices, or contractor notes when booking so Todd knows exactly what to review.
What's included
- Verification of agreed repair items
- Photo documentation of corrected areas
- Notes on items that could not be verified
- Written summary for agents and clients
Ideal for
- Buyers before removing inspection contingencies
- Agents managing repair addenda
- Sellers confirming work was completed as agreed
Add-ons
Add to any inspection
Radon and sewer scope can be scheduled with your inspection in one visit—select them when you book online.
Add-on
Radon testing
48-hour professional radon measurement with Radon Eye Pro—highly recommended for Iowa homes.
Radon is odorless and radioactive. Iowa’s geology means many homes exceed the EPA action level of 4.0 pCi/L. Testing during your inspection visit avoids a separate trip.
Equipment is placed per protocol, retrieved after approximately 48 hours, and results are explained in context. Bundled with an inspection, results flow into your overall reporting workflow.
What's included
- 48-hour continuous monitoring
- EPA action level context in reporting
- Coordinated placement with inspection when bundled
Ideal for
- Buyers and sellers in Iowa
- Any transaction where radon has not been tested recently
Add-on
Sewer scope
Video inspection of the main sewer line from an accessible cleanout—see what’s underground before you close.
Tree roots, bellies, offsets, and failing pipe materials often show no symptoms until after move-in. A sewer scope documents the line from the cleanout toward the municipal connection or septic.
Video and narrative are included so you, your agent, and repair vendors can act on facts—not guesses.
What's included
- Camera scope of main line where accessible
- Video documentation
- Observations on roots, bellies, cracks, and pipe material
Ideal for
- Older homes and mature neighborhoods
- Properties with slow drains or sewer history
What we look at
Systems covered in every inspection
Every inspection type follows the same thorough framework—documented with photos in your Spectora report.
On-site inspection
Plumbing
Visible supply and waste lines, fixtures, water heater, and signs of active leaks or prior repairs.
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Electrical
Accessible panels, breakers, grounding, and representative outlets and switches.
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Heating & cooling
Furnaces, air handlers, and condensers exercised with normal controls; thermal imaging where helpful.
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Attic & crawl spaces
Insulation, ventilation, moisture, and structure reviewed where safely accessible.
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Statistics, FAQs, and how 48-hour testing fits your timeline.
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Built for more than a visual walk-through
H8 Inspections uses sewer scope, radon, and moisture/thermal tools—so hidden issues surface before you close.
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Pre-purchase, pre-listing, pre-sale, re-inspection—or add radon and sewer scope. We'll confirm scope and quote before we hold your slot.