Pre-listing inspections in San Diego
Our Sellers Pre-Sale inspection helps sellers protect their investment.
An overview, not a report to wait on
A pre-listing inspection is meant to be acted on. You get a typed or spoken overview rather than a full written report, so repairs can start the same day instead of after someone has read through a long document.
I had a specialist come out and their quote was over $40K! I was ready to pull out of the deal but thankfully the seller agreed to pay for the repairs.
A repair list before the listing goes live
We inspect the house the way we would for a buyer: foundation, roof, plumbing, electrical, heating and cooling. What comes back is a list of what to fix first, with photos where they help. You decide what to repair, what to price in and what to disclose, while there is still time to choose.
Every system, taken slowly
Concealed pipework, drainage, the panel and the roof get looked at properly rather than glanced over. The less a buyer’s inspector turns up later, the less room there is for price chipping at the end.
Know your home before it lists
Find the issues before the buyer does, then repair, price or disclose on your own terms.
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Field notes from the inspectors.
Same schedule as a buyer inspection. Multi-unit buildings are priced per building.
Home inspection
- Single family, from$475
- Condominium unit, from$395
- Townhome or attached, from$425
- Raised foundation+ $150 / $245
ADD $150 for all raised foundation type properties under 2,000 sq ft, $245 over 2,000 sq ft
Multi-unit
- Duplex$675
- Triplex$825
- Fourplex$899
Pre-listing inspections: questions we get
Will I have to disclose what the inspection finds?
California requires sellers to disclose known material defects. A pre-listing inspection helps you understand your home's condition so you can disclose accurately, and many sellers prefer disclosing a documented, addressed issue over having a buyer discover it cold.
Should I fix everything in the report?
No. The report prioritizes findings, so you can focus on safety items and likely deal-breakers while leaving minor cosmetic notes alone. The goal is to reduce the items most likely to make a buyer walk away, not to make the home perfect.
Will the buyer still get their own inspection?
Usually yes, and that's fine. When you've already inspected and addressed the major items, the buyer's report typically contains far fewer surprises, which keeps the deal on track.
How soon do I get the report?
Same-day digital reports are typical, so you can begin gathering repair estimates and planning your listing right away.
How far in advance should I schedule?
Ideally one to two weeks before listing, giving you time to review findings and act before the home hits the market.
What is a pre-listing (seller's) home inspection?
A pre-listing inspection is a home inspection you order before putting your San Diego house on the market, so you find issues before buyers do. Our InterNACHI Certified Professional Inspector evaluates the home's major systems and gives you a written report, letting you make repairs, set price expectations, and disclose with confidence.
Who should get a seller's inspection before listing in San Diego?
Any San Diego seller who wants fewer surprises during escrow benefits, but it's especially valuable for older homes, properties you've owned a long time, or homes in a competitive sale. Knowing the condition up front helps you price accurately, prepare disclosures, and reduce the risk of last-minute buyer renegotiations or canceled deals.
What does a pre-listing inspection include?
We visually inspect the major systems and components: roof, structure, foundation, exterior, attic and insulation, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, interior, and built-in appliances. Add-ons like sewer camera scoping, thermal imaging, pool and spa, or a visual roof inspection are available. We coordinate termite/WDO inspection through a licensed pest company, but don't perform pest treatment ourselves.
Your home is a major investment.
Protect it with San Diego's certified, 5-star-rated inspectors.