Inspectify Home Inspection Guide

Purpose of Inspection: To assess the safety and current condition of the property's structures and mechanical systems.



Estimated Time:  Approximately 2 - 4 hours, depending on the size, age, and condition of the property.

Note on Our Requirements

For all Inspectify Home Inspections and Major Systems Plus Inspections, the following is required:

  • The roof must be walked on or inspected using a drone.
  • The electrical panel cover must be removed, and the interior components must be photographed.
  • If present, all items listed in the template must be inspected

Please refer to our community guidelines for more information. If you are unable or unwilling to perform these tasks, please do not accept these jobs when offered. Instead, contact our Inspector Partnerships Team to configure the jobs Inspectify sends you.


Templates and workflows may differ between clients, but it is crucial to inspect all areas and systems listed in the report. 

Here are the most common items to inspect during your inspections:

  • Exterior & Surroundings
  • Interior  (Including, but not limited to, bedrooms, bathrooms, kitchens, common areas, and laundry areas.)
  • Structural
  • Roof
  • Garage
  • Plumbing
  • Electrical
  • HVAC
  • Appliances

Suggested equipment 

  • Drone (4k minimum)
  • Pole Camera
  • Ladder (15ft)
  • Screwdriver 
  • Outlet tester/ GFCI tester
  • Thermal Imaging Camera
  • Moisture Meter
  • Flashlight
  • Measuring Tape
  • Water Temperature Gauge
  • CO Detector
  • Gas Leak Detector
  • Infrared Temperature Gun

General Notes:

  • Take Clear Photos: Many clients rely on these photos to make buying decisions.
  • Note Repairs/Damage: If any repair or damage is noted, identify it as a defect. When in doubt, add a defect. Defects are highlighted in the report summary to help clients.
  • Document Inspection Limitations: If you encounter any problems during the inspection, document them in the report as limitations.
    →For example, please add a limitation if you cannot access a system or an item is not present.
  • Duplicate Subsystems: When applicable, please add more rooms/systems to be sure you document the entire home. 
    →For example, bedrooms and bathrooms can be duplicated to add more rooms to the report.
    💡For further information on adding or deleting additional rooms, please see the following article: Deleting and Adding Conditional Rooms in the Inspectify App
  • Ancillary Report Submission: If you are preparing a report for an ancillary inspection that does not require the use of the Inspectify app, you can upload your completed report by locating the property on your Inspectify dashboard and clicking "Upload" to attach the file or URL. Reports must be completed and submitted within 24 hours of the appointment time. If you experience any issues, please get in touch with Inspectify as soon as possible. →Please refer to the following link for steps on uploading ancillary reports.