Home inspectors are generalists, making recommendations based on the conditions observed during the inspection. For example, an inspector may suggest repair for a loose door knob or recommend further evaluation of a foundation due to cracks.
The field survey typically takes 2 to 3 hours onsite, during which we perform a visual inspection and provide a verbal review to the client. We will generate and deliver a detailed report shortly following.
All homes are uniquely different, offering new and challenging experiences each day in the property inspection business.
The Marketplace
Once skilled in performing home inspections, opportunities for additional sources of revenue will present themselves. When Morrison Plus Property Inspections was first founded, it was Morrison Home Inspections. As we expanded, we changed our name to Morrison Property Inspections due to the increase in volume of commercial inspections, as well as additional services. As a result of recognizing the profitability and expanding the types of services offered, this became a natural progression within our industry.
The range of inspections we now provide:
- Home Buying Inspections
- Home Listing Inspections
- Apartment Building Inspections
- Commercial Building Inspections
- Relocation Inspections
- Video Sewer Inspections
- Pool and Spa Inspections
- Chimney Inspections
- Thermal Inspections
- Mold & Indoor Air Quality Testing
- Move In/Move-Out Inspections
- Drone
- Sprinkler
- Radon
The History of Property Inspections
Buyers began hiring general building contractors to perform pre-purchase inspections on houses they wanted to purchase. As the home inspection industry grew, it soon became apparent the depth of knowledge required to properly evaluate the numerous systems and components was beyond the capabilities of most general contractors. General contractors were replaced with “Home Inspectors.” As they became as recognized industry experts, this resulted in more comprehensive inspections and improved documentation as to the condition of a home. Due to real estate law the 1980s and 1990s, increasing consumer awareness, pre-purchase home inspections became "de-facto" and most homes sold in today's market are inspected.
Initially, many real estate brokers and their agents were resistant to the home inspection industry. However, soon agents recognized the inspection shielded them from potential litigation after the close of escrow. Today many top selling agents include inspectors as part of their team of vendors to protect their clients, and this has become an advantageous marketing tool for them. Because of this there's a major increase in homes inspections, prior to purchase. According to the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI), more than 90% of home sales include a home inspection.
