The first thing that needs to be done in the inspection process is to choose an inspection company and possibly a specific inspector.  Then you must schedule a date for the inspection that falls within the time frame specified in your contract with the seller of the home.  This should be done early enough within this time period to receive and review all test results and address any problems with the seller if necessary. There are many ways to determine which home inspection company to choose; however,  you cannot go wrong by choosing the Marvin H. Schaefer Inspection Service Inc.

All homes are not the same and each home buyer is unique in the level of protection they desire. In addition to the standard home inspection, there may be other tests and evaluations you may want or need such as: well water analysis, well recovery rate, radon testing, septic evaluation, wood destroying insect inspection and more.  Many of these need to be scheduled in advance of the home inspection.  Understanding your needs is important and these inspections will be addressed in specific sections of this tour.