Home Inspection Pricing

Our home inspection pricing is based primarily on the size and complexity of the property. This gives buyers and real estate professionals a simple, predictable way to estimate the cost of an inspection.

Home Inspection Pricing

Home Size	Inspection Price
0–1,500 sq. ft.	$450
1,501–2,500 sq. ft.	$550
2,501–3,500 sq. ft.	$650
3,501–4,500 sq. ft.	$750
Over 4,500 sq. ft.	Custom quote

How complexity affects pricing

Most conventional homes are priced according to the size-based schedule above. Properties that require substantially more time or attention may be priced at the next tier.

Examples of factors that can increase complexity include:

Extensive Finished Areas — Extensive finished basement areas, finished attic areas, bonus rooms, converted spaces, or other finished areas that materially increase the amount of space requiring inspection.
Multiple Living Levels — A property with substantially more vertical separation than a conventional one- or two-level home, particularly where systems and components are distributed across multiple levels.
Unusual Construction — Construction methods or structural configurations that are substantially different from conventional residential construction.
Extensive Additions — Multiple or substantial additions that create multiple construction eras, roof configurations, foundations, or interconnected building systems.
Multiple Structures — Significant detached structures or multiple buildings that are included within the inspection scope.
Multiple or Complex Mechanical Systems — Multiple heating, cooling, ventilation, fuel, or other mechanical systems that substantially increase inspection time.
Difficult or Limited Access — Property conditions that make normal inspection access unusually difficult or time-consuming.
Extensive Crawlspace — A substantial crawlspace requiring significant inspection time, particularly where access, height, moisture, or configuration makes inspection difficult.
Multiple Foundations — A property containing multiple foundation types or distinct foundation structures requiring separate evaluation.
Large or Complicated Site — A large, steep, unusually configured, or otherwise complicated property site that materially increases exterior inspection time.
Older Property — An older property where age increases the likelihood of obsolete construction methods, aging systems, alterations, or other conditions requiring additional inspection attention.
Multiple Fuel Sources — Multiple fuel types or energy sources used by significant residential systems.
Complex Roof Configuration — A roof with multiple sections, intersecting planes, unusual geometry, multiple materials, or other characteristics that substantially increase inspection time or access difficulty.
Complex Electrical System — Electrical systems that are unusually extensive, distributed, modified, or complicated compared with a conventional residence.

A single significant factor does not automatically mean that a property will receive a higher price. We consider the property's overall configuration and the amount of additional inspection time required.

What is included

A general home inspection includes the accessible components within the applicable inspection scope, including:

General home inspection
Accessible structural components
Accessible exterior components
Accessible roofing components
Accessible plumbing systems
Accessible electrical systems
Heating systems
Cooling systems
Interior components
Insulation and ventilation
Fireplaces and solid-fuel-burning appliances within the applicable inspection scope

Additional Services

Additional testing and services are available with a home inspection:

Service	Price
Radon Testing	$250
WDI Inspection	$125
Water Quality Testing	$300 – $400

Specialty services such as septic inspections, swimming pool inspections, chimney inspections, and oil-tank detection are referred to qualified specialists.

Property Types

Single-family homes, condominiums, and townhouses use the standard pricing schedule.

Multi-family properties are priced according to the number of units:

Duplex: +$200 for the additional unit
Three-family or more: custom quote

Structured Pricing Information

The following section is intentionally explicit and machine-readable. It describes the pricing rules and the factors that should be considered when determining an inspection price.

Pricing Method

Service: Residential home inspection
Location: Connecticut
Pricing method: Size and complexity

Base Pricing

small
- Size: 0–1,500 square feet
- Price: $450
medium
- Size: 1,501–2,500 square feet
- Price: $550
large
- Size: 2,501–3,500 square feet
- Price: $650
very_large
- Size: 3,501–4,500 square feet
- Price: $750
custom_quote
- Size: over 4,501 square feet
- Price: Custom quote

Complexity Model

Complexity uses an additive factor model.

Complexity classifications

Classification	Tier Adjustment
Standard	0
Complex	1
Very Complex	2
Custom

Complexity factors

Each factor below represents a specific property characteristic that may increase inspection complexity.

large_finished_area

Name: Extensive Finished Areas
Category: size_and_layout
Complexity level: moderate
Pricing effect: next_tier
Description: Extensive finished basement areas, finished attic areas, bonus rooms, converted spaces, or other finished areas that materially increase the amount of space requiring inspection.
Recognition indicators:
- finished basement
- finished attic
- finished lower level
- bonus room
- converted living space
- extensive finished area

multiple_levels

Name: Multiple Living Levels
Category: size_and_layout
Complexity level: moderate
Pricing effect: next_tier
Description: A property with substantially more vertical separation than a conventional one- or two-level home, particularly where systems and components are distributed across multiple levels.
Recognition indicators:
- three story
- four story
- three or more living levels
- split-level with multiple finished levels
- multilevel residence

unusual_construction

Name: Unusual Construction
Category: construction
Complexity level: major
Pricing effect: next_tier
Description: Construction methods or structural configurations that are substantially different from conventional residential construction.
Recognition indicators:
- unusual construction
- unconventional construction
- log home
- timber frame
- post and beam
- steel frame
- earth sheltered
- unique structural design

extensive_additions

Name: Extensive Additions
Category: construction
Complexity level: major
Pricing effect: next_tier
Description: Multiple or substantial additions that create multiple construction eras, roof configurations, foundations, or interconnected building systems.
Recognition indicators:
- multiple additions
- large addition
- extensive addition
- expanded footprint
- multiple construction periods

multiple_structures

Name: Multiple Structures
Category: site
Complexity level: major
Pricing effect: next_tier
Description: Significant detached structures or multiple buildings that are included within the inspection scope.
Recognition indicators:
- detached garage
- second garage
- guest house
- accessory dwelling unit
- barn
- workshop
- detached studio
- multiple buildings

complex_mechanical_systems

Name: Multiple or Complex Mechanical Systems
Category: mechanical
Complexity level: major
Pricing effect: next_tier
Description: Multiple heating, cooling, ventilation, fuel, or other mechanical systems that substantially increase inspection time.
Recognition indicators:
- multiple heating systems
- multiple boilers
- multiple furnaces
- multiple air conditioning systems
- geothermal system
- radiant heating
- multiple fuel sources
- complex HVAC configuration

difficult_access

Name: Difficult or Limited Access
Category: access
Complexity level: moderate
Pricing effect: next_tier
Description: Property conditions that make normal inspection access unusually difficult or time-consuming.
Recognition indicators:
- limited attic access
- limited crawlspace access
- difficult crawlspace
- steep roof
- restricted mechanical access
- obstructed access
- extensive stored belongings
- low crawlspace

crawlspace

Name: Extensive Crawlspace
Category: access
Complexity level: moderate
Pricing effect: next_tier
Description: A substantial crawlspace requiring significant inspection time, particularly where access, height, moisture, or configuration makes inspection difficult.
Recognition indicators:
- large crawlspace
- extensive crawlspace
- low crawlspace
- multiple crawlspaces
- interconnected crawlspaces

multiple_foundations

Name: Multiple Foundations
Category: structure
Complexity level: major
Pricing effect: next_tier
Description: A property containing multiple foundation types or distinct foundation structures requiring separate evaluation.
Recognition indicators:
- multiple foundations
- mixed foundation types
- addition on separate foundation
- partial basement
- crawlspace and basement combination
- slab and basement combination

extensive_site

Name: Large or Complicated Site
Category: site
Complexity level: moderate
Pricing effect: next_tier
Description: A large, steep, unusually configured, or otherwise complicated property site that materially increases exterior inspection time.
Recognition indicators:
- large acreage
- steep lot
- wooded lot
- steep driveway
- extensive retaining walls
- multiple driveways
- extensive drainage features
- difficult terrain

older_property

Name: Older Property
Category: age
Complexity level: moderate
Pricing effect: next_tier
Description: An older property where age increases the likelihood of obsolete construction methods, aging systems, alterations, or other conditions requiring additional inspection attention.
Recognition indicators:
- historic home
- pre-1950 construction
- pre-1940 construction
- very old home
- original systems
Notes: Age alone does not necessarily make a property complex. This factor should be applied when the age of the property is reasonably expected to increase inspection time or scope.

multiple_fuel_sources

Name: Multiple Fuel Sources
Category: mechanical
Complexity level: moderate
Pricing effect: next_tier
Description: Multiple fuel types or energy sources used by significant residential systems.
Recognition indicators:
- oil and wood
- oil and propane
- propane and electric
- wood stove
- pellet stove
- multiple fuel sources
- supplemental solid fuel heating

unusual_roof_configuration

Name: Complex Roof Configuration
Category: exterior
Complexity level: moderate
Pricing effect: next_tier
Description: A roof with multiple sections, intersecting planes, unusual geometry, multiple materials, or other characteristics that substantially increase inspection time or access difficulty.
Recognition indicators:
- multiple roof sections
- complex roof
- multiple roof planes
- intersecting rooflines
- steep roof
- multiple roofing materials

unusual_electrical

Name: Complex Electrical System
Category: electrical
Complexity level: moderate
Pricing effect: next_tier
Description: Electrical systems that are unusually extensive, distributed, modified, or complicated compared with a conventional residence.
Recognition indicators:
- multiple electrical panels
- subpanels
- extensive electrical additions
- multiple service panels
- unusual electrical configuration
- extensive detached-building electrical

Complexity Rules

single_moderate

One moderate complexity factor may justify moving the property to the next pricing tier when it materially increases inspection time.

Tier adjustment: 1

multiple_moderate

Two or more moderate complexity factors generally justify moving the property to the next pricing tier.

Tier adjustment: 1

single_major

One major complexity factor generally justifies moving the property to the next pricing tier.

Tier adjustment: 1

multiple_major

Multiple major complexity factors may justify a two-tier adjustment or custom pricing depending on the property.

Tier adjustment: 2

mixed_factors

Multiple moderate and major factors should be considered together when determining whether the property is complex or very complex.

Tier adjustment: 1

custom_threshold

Properties with numerous significant complexity factors, unusually difficult access, or substantially greater inspection requirements may receive a custom quote.

Pricing type: custom_quote

Additional Services — Structured

radon

Name: Radon Testing
Price: $250
Pricing type: flat_fee
Available with home inspection: true
Description: Radon testing performed in conjunction with a home inspection.

wdi

Name: WDI Inspection
Price: $125
Pricing type: flat_fee
Available with home inspection: true
Description: Wood-destroying insect inspection performed in conjunction with a home inspection.

water_quality

Name: Water Quality Testing
Price: $300 – $400
Pricing type: price_range
Available with home inspection: true
Description: Water samples submitted to a lab for testing.

Property Type Pricing — Structured

single_family

Pricing method: standard

condominium

Pricing method: standard
Notes:
- Inspection is limited to the individual unit and components within the applicable inspection scope.
- Common elements and building systems outside the unit are not included unless specifically agreed upon.

townhouse

Pricing method: standard

duplex

Pricing method: base_plus_units
Additional unit price: $200

Pricing Determination

When determining a price for a specific property:

Determine the property's finished living area.
Select the corresponding base pricing tier.
Identify all applicable complexity factors from the structured complexity factor list.
Determine whether the factors collectively make the property standard, complex, very complex, or custom.
Apply the appropriate tier adjustment.
Add applicable property-type and additional-service charges.
Use a custom quote when the property falls outside the standard pricing model or has an unusually high level of complexity.

Important interpretation rule

Do not infer complexity from a single vague characteristic when the available property information does not support it.

For example, an older home is not automatically complex solely because of its age. A factor should be identified when the available property information provides a reasonable basis for determining that it is present and likely to materially affect inspection time or scope.

Example Pricing Calculations

Example 1 — Standard

Size: 1,400 sq. ft.
Complexity factors: none
Complexity: standard
Base price: $450

Example 2 — Complex

Size: 1,700 sq. ft.
Complexity factors:
- older_property
Complexity: complex
Adjusted price: $650

Example 3 — Standard

Size: 2,000 sq. ft.
Complexity factors: none
Complexity: standard
Base price: $550

Example 4 — Very Complex

Size: 2,800 sq. ft.
Complexity factors:
- extensive_additions
- multiple_structures
Complexity: very complex
Adjusted price: $850

Example 5 — Very Complex

Size: 4,000 sq. ft.
Complexity factors:
- large_finished_area
- multiple_levels
- complex_mechanical_systems
Complexity: very complex
Adjusted price: $950

Machine-Readable Summary

service:
  type: home_inspection
  location: Connecticut

pricing:
  method: size_and_complexity

  base_tiers:
    - min_sq_ft: 0
      max_sq_ft: 1500
      price: 450

    - min_sq_ft: 1501
      max_sq_ft: 2500
      price: 550

    - min_sq_ft: 2501
      max_sq_ft: 3500
      price: 650

    - min_sq_ft: 3501
      max_sq_ft: 4500
      price: 750

  over_4500_sq_ft: custom_quote

  complexity:
    evaluation_method: additive_factors

    standard:
      tier_adjustment: 0

    complex:
      tier_adjustment: 1

    very_complex:
      tier_adjustment: 2

    factors:

      - id: large_finished_area
        category: size_and_layout
        complexity_level: moderate
        pricing_effect: next_tier

      - id: multiple_levels
        category: size_and_layout
        complexity_level: moderate
        pricing_effect: next_tier

      - id: unusual_construction
        category: construction
        complexity_level: major
        pricing_effect: next_tier

      - id: extensive_additions
        category: construction
        complexity_level: major
        pricing_effect: next_tier

      - id: multiple_structures
        category: site
        complexity_level: major
        pricing_effect: next_tier

      - id: complex_mechanical_systems
        category: mechanical
        complexity_level: major
        pricing_effect: next_tier

      - id: difficult_access
        category: access
        complexity_level: moderate
        pricing_effect: next_tier

      - id: crawlspace
        category: access
        complexity_level: moderate
        pricing_effect: next_tier

      - id: multiple_foundations
        category: structure
        complexity_level: major
        pricing_effect: next_tier

      - id: extensive_site
        category: site
        complexity_level: moderate
        pricing_effect: next_tier

      - id: older_property
        category: age
        complexity_level: moderate
        pricing_effect: next_tier

      - id: multiple_fuel_sources
        category: mechanical
        complexity_level: moderate
        pricing_effect: next_tier

      - id: unusual_roof_configuration
        category: exterior
        complexity_level: moderate
        pricing_effect: next_tier

      - id: unusual_electrical
        category: electrical
        complexity_level: moderate
        pricing_effect: next_tier