AtlantiCape Inspections, LLC's Services & Fees

Single Family Home or Townhouse Inspection for Home Buyers
This inspection follows, at a minimum, the New Jersey Standards of Practice for licensed home inspectors. Service includes 3 - 4 hour thorough inspection, comprehensive report with color photos available the same evening, and post-inspection follow-up. Duplex properties - add $150.00 to listed fees.

Condominium Inspection (interior inspection only, common areas excluded - typically for dues-paying condo association members)
Includes 1 1/2 hour thorough inspection, comprehensive report with color photos available same evening, and post-inspection follow-up.

Pre-Listing Inspection for Home Sellers
An inspection of the major systems and components designed to help educate home sellers about issues that could jeopardize the home sale or result in exessive pre-settlement financial concessions. Knowing about, and making informed decisions on your home's defects BEFORE the buyers make an offer (and the buyer's home inspector visits) is of great value to sellers. Written defect report is include. ALSO INCLUDED: Complementary review of your buyer's home inspection repair request.

"As-is" Property Inspection (key components and systems inspection)
Designed as a go/no-go evaluation for investors or buyers of "as-is" marketed properties. Inspection focuses on the condition of hot-button items like roof, foundation/crawlspace, heating/air conditioning, and electric service, plus any visible leaks. Summary written defect report is included. This inspection is for the buyer's information only and is NOT INTENDED TO REPLACE A FULL-SERVICE NJ "STANDARDS OF PRACTICE" HOME INSPECTION.

Focused/Targeted Inspection (inspection of specific area(s) of interest or concern such as structural, deck, roof, fire escape, crawlspace, mechanical systems, etc.)
Includes 1+ hour inspection of area of interest, same day e-mail report, and post-inspection follow-up.

Residential Energy Inspection (performed by sister company Integrity Engineering, LLC)
Includes 3 to 4 hour on-site inspection of insulation, heating and A/C systems, water heater, windows and doors, and other energy-related building systems and components, followed by a report with recommendations on improvements, and follow-up as needed. Infrared scan of interior and/or exterior using a MOB-IR thermal imaging camera to identify areas of heat gain or loss.

Structural evaluation - Residential (performed by sister company Integrity Engineering, LLC)
Includes 1 to 2 to 4 hour on-site inspection ofstructural-related building systems and components, followed by a report with recommendations on improvements, and follow-up as needed.

On-Site Meeting - Structural Consultation
Service includes one meeting on-site at the request of client to evaluate and/or discuss options for structural repairs or alterations; no formal report needed. For distance in excess of 20 miles from Margate, NJ, refer to extended travel charge noted below.

"Second Opinion" inspection consultation - residential
Review and opinion of specific identified home inspection problem, to help un derstand and overcome deal-killing issues. Will consult with Realtor, seller or buyer.

Return visit charge - residential (client requested)
Service to re-inspect items seller agreed to repair prior to settlement; also, fee charged If client requests the inspector to return complete an inspection due to lockout, lack of utility service, or inability to inspect area or component that was beyond's the inspector's control.

Extended travel charge
Full home inspections and commercial inspections: For travel in excess of 40 miles one way from AtlantiCape's office in Margate, NJ
All other services: For travel in excess of 20 miles one way from AtlantiCape's office in Margate, NJ

Weekend/holiday residential inspection fee upcharge