Costs to replace on inspection report

[David P. Valley]

I do not annotate costs on my reports...Period.

[Barry Adair]

I ask if they have consulted with their realtor because this would be beyond the scope of an inspection and I'm no longer able to advise as a contractor because of the perceived conflict of interest.

If anyone asks for an estimate without actually wanting to do any foot work, like talking to the recommended professional qualified contractor, I send them here.
http://www.homeinspectorlocator.com/...sttorepair.htm

That way it's not me or any real contractor providing the information, therefore it is not real information for them to use when negotiating.
It's feel good information just like a lot of inspection reports.

Most of the realtors I know have a general cost guide for major repair items so I'm rarely asked.

[Russel Ray]

Originally Posted by rcramer

Its pretty easy figuring the cost of the major mechinical items for a home. Its the little nit picky items that are hard to figure.

As my wise ol' grandmother said, "Bingo!"

Originally Posted by rcramer

I include this service in my permium and tech inspections.....about 1/4 of my clients take advantage of this service. I have done some research of the prices in the area and will do it again next year.

For example: A roof replacement in my area ranges, for a 20 Sq. roof with 3-tab shingles one story, between 195 to 225 per sq. This is going to be really close to what the client is going to get if they shop for a roof replacement. I believe it is a good added value service for my clients. All it take is some research on pricing in your area.....and tack an extra 200 to the inspection.....saving the client valuable time.

Very good. I like that. Excellent, excellent, excellent.

[Russel Ray]

Originally Posted by badair

Most of the realtors I know have a general cost guide for major repair items so I'm rarely asked.

Ditto here.

Of course, I also provide a link to a cost to repair site that has good estimates for Southern California, so that could also be a reason why I rarely get asked.

[David Nice]

I include a table in my reports that gives a general estimated cost for various replacement and repairs but certainly no official estimates.