Know Exactly What You’re Buying
Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll make. With Hope Home Inspections, you gain peace of mind knowing the property has been professionally evaluated for condition, safety, and performance.
We inspect according to the Florida Standards of Practice for Home Inspectors, giving you a reliable and objective understanding of the home you’re investing in.
Why Choose Hope Home Inspections?
- Licensed and InterNACHI-Certified Inspectors
- Fully insured for your protection
- Free infrared thermal scan included with every full inspection
- Comprehensive, easy-to-read reports delivered the next business day
- Post-inspection consultation and follow-up support
Our inspectors frequently uncover issues that even sellers are unaware of. Our job is to protect your best interests.
What is a home inspection?
A home inspection is a visual, non-invasive examination of a property’s major components and systems. The goal is to assess condition and functionality, identify visible defects, and highlight safety concerns that could impact the property’s value or your family’s well-being.
We examine:
- Structural elements (roofing, framing, foundation)
- Electrical systems
- Plumbing components
- HVAC systems
- Attics and insulation
- Windows, doors, and exterior surfaces
Our Florida-licensed inspectors adhere strictly to the Florida Standards of Practice, inspecting only readily accessible areas and avoiding hazardous or concealed elements. While we don’t provide warranties or life expectancy estimates, we do deliver facts, photos, and professional insight to help you make informed decisions.
What to Expect with Your Home Inspection
Every Hope Home Inspection includes:
- A licensed, insured, and certified inspector onsite
- Free infrared thermal imaging to detect moisture or insulation issues
- A full walkthrough and consultation
- A clear, detailed report delivered by the next business day
- Follow-up access to your inspector for any questions
We serve Sarasota, Bradenton, Venice, and surrounding Florida communities with the experience and integrity you can trust.
What We Inspect:
- GARAGE
- GUTTERS & DOWNSPOUTS
- PERMANENT APPLIANCES
- TUB/SHOWER
- CEILING FANS
- FLOOR COVERINGS
- TOILETS, SINKS, FAUCETS
- WASHER/DRYER
- WATER HEATER
- ELECTRICAL PANELSROOFING SYSTEM
- OUTSIDE HOSE BIBSFIREPLACE
- EXTERIOR WALLS
- TRIM, SOFFITS, FACIA
- HVAC SYSTEM
- GFCI PROTECTION
- ELECTRICAL OUTLETS
- PLUMBING
- STAIRWELLS
- WINDOWS
- DOORS
- INSULATION
- GRADING
- CARPORT
- DRIVEWAY
- ATTIC & VENTILATION
- OUTSIDE DECK
- POOL AREA/SCREEN CAGE
- FENCES & GATES
Some common items NOT included in a standard home inspection are:
- Cosmetic issues (floor coverings, paint, trim, etc)
- Environmental hazards (radon, molds, asbestos, etc) BUT we do offer separate services for many of these items.
- Security systems, humidifiers, sprinkler systems, septic systems, water softeners, Smoke detectors, and central vacuum systems
- Sewer lines and wells
- Presence/absence of rodents/termites/insects/pests
- Any systems that are not visible and/or accessible.
Many of these items can be requested as additional inspection services. Just mention your interest when scheduling your home inspection, and we will be able to add those services for you.
Major Inspection Components:
Thermal Scan Inspection
Thermal Imaging, also called infrared imaging or thermography, is an advanced, non-invasive technology that allows the inspector to show homeowners things about their homes that can’t be revealed using conventional inspection methods.
An infrared inspection can help identify issues such as:
- Moisture Intrusion
- Heating/Cooling Loss
- Electrical Hot Spots
- Insulation Issues
Our home inspectors use this as a tool when inspecting your home to help detect issues that may not be visible to the human eye. This tool allows the inspectors to determine temperature differences, but it will not allow them to see physically behind/within a wall.
Roof Inspection
The inspector will note the overall condition of the roof and any recommended repairs or replacements within the full home inspection report. The inspection will include:
- Drone inspection (weather or location permitting)
- An evaluation of the roof-covering materials
- The gutters and downspouts
- The plumbing stacks/exposed vents
- The flashing
- Any skylights
- The chimney and other roof penetrations.
Electrical Inspection
The electrical inspection is an examination of the home’s electrical components. These components include:
- The main service disconnect
- Panel boards
- Over-current protection devices (circuit breakers and fuses)
- Service grounding
- Light switches
- Lighting fixtures and receptacles
- All ground-fault circuit interrupter receptacles
- The circuit breakers are observed and deemed to be GFCIs using a tester.
HVAC Inspection
Our home inspections include an HVAC inspection, during which our inspectors will examine the heating and cooling system using normal operating controls.The inspection report will include anything in need of correction, any components of the system that did not operate correctly, and whether the HVAC system was deemed inaccessible. Our inspectors examine:
- The interior and exterior HVAC units
- The coils, and filter
- Thermostat
- Exposed ductwork and refrigerant lines
Plumbing Inspection
Our plumbing inspection covers and includes the main water supply shut-off valve, the main fuel supply shut-off valve, the water heating equipment, interior water supply, including all fixtures and faucets, all toilets for proper operation by flushing, all sinks, tubs, and showers for functional drainage.
Inspectors evaluate deficiencies in the water supply by viewing the functional flow in two fixtures operated simultaneously.
Deficiencies in the installation of hot and cold water faucets, mechanical drain stops that were missing or did not operate, and toilets that were damaged, had loose connections to the floor, were leaking, or had tank components that did not operate will be noted in the report.
Optional Inspection Services available upon request:
- Well and Water Testing
- 4 Point and Wind Mitigation Insurance Reports
- Docks
- Outbuildings / Separate Structures
- Sewer Scoping
- Radon Testing
- Mold Air Quality/ Swab Sampling
- VOC Testing
- Termite (WDO)
What A Home Inspection Is NOT:
- It is not an appraisal of the home to determine its worth.
- It is not a verification of building permits.
- It is not an engineering report to determine structural integrity.
- It is not an examination of local code enforcement to ensure the home and systems are up to local code.
- It is not a warranty or prediction on how long the systems and components of the home will function.
- It is not a guarantee against future defects from occurring.