What to Expect When Your Home Is Inspected
When you accept an offer with inspection conditions, here's what happens: The buyer's inspector will spend about 3 hours examining your home. They'll need access to the attic, electrical panel, furnace room, and all areas of the house.
Most inspectors (including us) work respectfully—we're not there to nitpick or create problems. We open and close things carefully, put things back where we found them, and won't track dirt through your home. We understand this is your space.
The buyer usually attends, which is actually good for you. When they see minor issues explained in context—like a 15-year-old furnace that's working fine but nearing end of life—they're less likely to panic. A good inspector will put things in context for the buyer, not catastrophize normal wear and tear.
Pre-Listing Inspections: Sell with Confidence
Getting your own inspection before listing changes everything. You'll know exactly what buyers will find, giving you three options: fix issues beforehand, price accordingly, or simply disclose upfront. No surprises, no last-minute negotiations.
Benefits of inspecting first:
Price your home accurately from day one
Fix small issues that could scare buyers (loose toilets, missing GFCI outlets)
Show buyers you're transparent—builds trust
Avoid deal-killing surprises during the buyer's inspection
Speed up the sale process
The inspection pays for itself when you avoid even one day of extra mortgage payments or prevent a deal from falling through. Plus, potential buyers will appreciate you showing you have nothing to hide.
Ready to get ahead of the game? Call 306-800-OKSK (6575) to schedule your pre-listing inspection.