Residential Inspection (Full Evaluation)
A residential inspection includes all systems that comprise a home. This typically covers the structure, roofing, exterior, plumbing, electrical, heating and cooling systems, insulation, and visible interior components. The goal is to identify material defects, safety concerns, and maintenance issues so you can make informed decisions. View the sample report! A digital inspection report (PDF) is included with the inspection but if you would like a printed version, it’s available as an option; see below.
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Single Residence (includes 1st garage): |
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Up to 1499 sq ft |
$399 |
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1500 – 2000 sq ft |
$425 |
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Each Additional 500 sq ft |
$50 |
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Additional Living Areas and Structures: |
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ADU |
$100 + Addl. sq ft |
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Additional Garage |
$50 |
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Optional Services: |
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Printed Inspection Report – includes shipping |
$30 |
Payment: Cash, Check, Venmo, and PayPal accepted. Due Prior to Inspection.
Data Privacy: Your privacy is important to Hepburn Home Inspections. The reports and collected data will never be shared with third parties.
Radon Measurement
The Vermont DOH states: “One in seven Vermont homes has elevated levels of radon. Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that has no color, smell or taste. Smoking and radon are the leading causes of lung cancer. Unless you test for it, there is no way of knowing if radon is present in your home.”
The radon test utilizes a NRSB (National Radon Safety Board) approved continuous radon monitor (CRM) certified for real estate transactions.
A short-term radon test runs for a minimum of 48 hours and begins 4 – 6 hours after closed-building conditions are established. Closed-building conditions are defined as windows and doors are kept closed for the duration of the testing period, except for normal entry and exit.
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Short Term Radon Test w/Inspection |
$150 |
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Standalone test w/o Inspection |
$200 |
Private Well – Water Quality Testing
About 40% of Vermonters get their water from private wells. Vermont has excellent resources for water testing. My fee is $40 (covers collection, paperwork, and drop off of water samples to the lab) plus the price of the selected water tests as specified on the VT DOH site. Keep in mind some tests can take up to 18 days to process by the lab.
The Vermont Department of Health recommends the following testing schedule for wells or springs:
- Radionuclide Testing
- Gross alpha radiation screening test (Kit RA): Rec. five years – $45 (test results ~ 14 days)
- Microbiological Contaminents
- Total coliform/E. coli test (Kit A): Rec. yearly – $14 (test results ~1 day)
- Metals and Inorganics
- Inorganic chemical test (Kit C): Rec. five years – $100 (test results ~18 days)
- Example: Kits RA, A, C – $159 + $40 (service fee) = $199
