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How much does a home inspection cost in Burnsville?

Pricing depends on home size, age, and add-on services like radon testing or sewer scope. Get an instant FREE quote in under 60 seconds — no email required. Call 218-600-2938 or use our online quote tool.

How long does a home inspection take in Burnsville?

A typical Burnsville home inspection takes 3 to 4 hours on-site. Older 1970s/80s split-levels and larger Tamarack or River Hills homes can run 4 to 5 hours when sewer scope and radon are included.

What is included in a SPEC home inspection?

A 120-point evaluation of roof, attic, foundation, basement, structure, exterior, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, interior, insulation, ventilation, and built-in appliances. FLIR thermal imaging is included on every inspection at no upcharge.

Do I need a radon test in Dakota County?

Yes. Dakota County is in the EPA's elevated radon zone, and Burnsville basement test results routinely come back at or above the 4.0 pCi/L action level.

Should I get a sewer scope in Burnsville?

If your Burnsville home was built before 1985 — yes. Pre-1985 lateral sewer lines are typically clay or cast-iron, now 40 to 60 years old.

Can I attend my home inspection?

Yes — we encourage it. We do a final walk-through with you on-site to explain findings, prioritize repairs, and answer questions.

What does a Burnsville home inspector check that I might miss?

Aluminum branch wiring (1965-76 homes), Federal Pacific or Zinsco panels, Polybutylene plumbing (late-80s/early-90s), bath fans venting into attics, bluff-edge foundation movement, ice dam history.

Do new construction homes in Burnsville need an inspection?

Yes. Builder warranties don't equal builder quality. We catch deck-ledger flashing errors, HVAC ducts crushed during framing, garage slabs poured below frost requirements.

What is an 11-month warranty inspection?

Schedule us at month 11 of your builder warranty and we'll find every settlement crack, drywall pop, HVAC commissioning issue, and exterior caulking failure that's still on the builder's hook.

How soon after my offer should I schedule the inspection?

Immediately. Most Minnesota purchase agreements give you a 5-to-10-day inspection contingency. We book most Burnsville inspections within 24-48 hours.

How do I find a good home inspector in Burnsville?

Look for: MN DOLI licensing, InterNACHI Master Inspector Professional, current GL and E&O insurance, FLIR thermal imaging included as standard, reports in 24 hours, sample report available. SPEC Home Services meets every criterion — call 218-600-2938.

Are home inspections required in Minnesota?

No, but they're recommended on every transaction and required by most lenders and all reputable agents. Skipping the inspection means accepting unknown major-system condition without recourse.

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