Question 1

Does the State of California license home inspectors?

Accepted Answer

No. California does not have a state licensing board or mandatory exam for home inspectors. Because anyone can call themselves a home inspector here, it is on you to vet whoever you hire. Ask for a sample report, ask how the inspector is trained, ask how long an inspection takes, and ask how quickly the report is delivered.

Question 2

What does a home inspection cover?

Accepted Answer

A standard home inspection covers the roof, attic, structure and foundation, the electrical panel and wiring, plumbing, the water heater, HVAC, windows and doors, and the grading and drainage around the home. The result is a written report describing the visible condition of those systems.

Question 3

Can you perform repairs on items found during an inspection?

Accepted Answer

No. California Business and Professions Code Section 7197 bars a home inspector from doing repair work on a home they inspected within the past 12 months. We never use an inspection to sell you repair work, so our findings stay independent.

Question 4

What is the difference between a home inspection and a seller inspection?

Accepted Answer

A buyer inspection happens during escrow to inform your purchase decision. A seller inspection happens before you list, so you can fix or disclose issues on your own timeline instead of reacting to a buyer's repair request mid-escrow.

Question 5

How quickly will I receive my inspection report?

Accepted Answer

You receive your inspection report within 24 hours of the inspection. The report is delivered digitally, with photographs and itemized descriptions, so it is ready before your contingency deadline.

Question 6

Does a standard home inspection cover the solar array?

Accepted Answer

Solar is a specialty. Not every home inspector covers it, so ask whether your inspector does. When we inspect a home with existing panels, we look at the panel and racking condition, the roof penetrations and flashing around the mounts, the inverter and wiring, and the labeling and disconnects.

Question 7

What is the difference between owned and leased solar for a buyer?

Accepted Answer

Owned panels become part of the real estate. Leased or PPA panels are owned by a third party, and the agreement usually must be transferred and approved before you close. For an owned system, gather the purchase paperwork, the permit final, the permission to operate letter, and the warranty documents, and confirm which warranties transfer.

Question 8

Do you inspect battery storage?

Accepted Answer

Yes. If the home has a battery, we confirm it is present, labeled, and accessible, note its visible condition, and check how it ties into the electrical panel.

Question 9

What does solar consulting include?

Accepted Answer

Solar consulting is independent help reviewing quotes in plain language. We talk through roof fit, how sizing and orientation affect production, the difference between the coastal marine layer and the sunnier inland North County, electrical capacity, and whether battery storage is worth considering. We do not quote savings numbers, payback periods, tax credits, or rebates.

Question 10

Can you combine a home inspection and a solar inspection in one visit?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Most buyers purchasing a home with existing solar combine both in a single appointment. The roof, attic, electrical panel, and solar components are all examined in one visit and reported together, which saves coordination during a tight escrow.

Question 11

How do I book an inspection?

Accepted Answer

Book online through the lead form on any page or call us directly at (805) 286-7330. We confirm the details, property access, and timeline, and we can often accommodate tight escrow dates.

Question 12

How long does an inspection take?

Accepted Answer

Most residential inspections take a few hours on site, depending on the size, age, and condition of the home. Larger or older homes, and homes with solar, take longer.

Question 13

Should I attend the inspection?

Accepted Answer

You are welcome to attend. Arriving toward the end of the appointment works well, so the inspector can finish focused checks on high-risk areas like the roof and attic, then walk through the findings with you.

Question 14

What does the report cover, and how fast do I get it?

Accepted Answer

The report describes the visible condition of the major systems, with photographs, descriptions, and safety notices where relevant. It is delivered within 24 hours of the inspection, ready for your contingency deadline.

Question 15

Who should attend the inspection?

Accepted Answer

Buyers are welcome to attend. Agents often attend as well. For a seller inspection, the seller may attend. We are happy to walk anyone through the findings on site.

Question 16

What areas of San Luis Obispo County do you serve?

Accepted Answer

We serve the entire county, including Paso Robles, Atascadero, Templeton, San Miguel, San Luis Obispo, Morro Bay, Cambria, Los Osos, Arroyo Grande, Pismo Beach, Grover Beach, and Nipomo. Use the Service Area Checker on our Tools page to confirm your ZIP.

Question 17

Do you serve the coastal towns as well as the inland North County?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Coastal salt air and fog affect electrical panels, exterior hardware, and solar racking, and the marine layer lowers solar production compared with the sunnier inland North County. We factor those local conditions into how we inspect each town.

Question 18

Are you based in Paso Robles?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We are based in Paso Robles and travel throughout San Luis Obispo County. Because Paso Robles is our home base, scheduling there is straightforward, and we can often meet tight escrow timelines across the county.

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