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We Know Novi Homes Inside & Out
Novi’s housing stock is a mix of newer subdivisions, 1980s and 90s builds, and some older homes near the lake. Each era comes with its own typical issues, and you want certified inspectors who already know what to look for.
Questions We Hear All the Time & Honest Answers That Follow
Here’s the straight talk on the things home buyers actually want to know before booking a home inspection in Novi.
Yes, if you can make it, absolutely be there. You don’t need to follow your inspector around the whole time, but being there for the final walkthrough is invaluable. Seeing issues firsthand and asking questions in real-time gives you a much better grasp of the home’s condition than reading a report in your car later.
We inspect every accessible area of the home:
- The roof, including gutters and the exterior
- Foundation
- Basement or crawl space
- Electrical panels and visible wiring
- Plumbing fixtures, such as water heaters and visible drain lines
- HVAC systems, along with insulation and ventilation
- All interior rooms, including ceilings, walls, floors, windows, doors, and the garage
If we can see it, we evaluate it. We follow InterNACHI standards, which are among the most comprehensive in the industry.
No, and this is important to understand: a home inspection doesn’t pass or fail. It’s a detailed condition report. Every home has something, from the brand-new construction to the well-maintained 30-year-old ranch.
Our job is to document what we find, help you understand what’s significant versus routine, and give you the information to make an informed decision. What you do with that information — buy, negotiate, or walk away—is entirely your decision.
For a typical home, let’s say 1,800 to 2,500 sq. ft., plan on 2.5 to 3.5 hours for the inspection itself, plus another thirty minutes for the walkthrough. Larger homes, homes with finished basements, and homes with multiple HVAC systems or detached structures will run longer.
We’d rather take the time to do it right than rush through and miss something that matters.
This is one of the most common misconceptions we run into. New doesn’t mean perfect. Builders are under enormous pressure to hit deadlines, and trade contractors aren’t infallible. We’ve found improper grading, HVAC issues, missing insulation, and incorrectly installed plumbing in brand-new Novi builds.
The builder’s inspector works for the builder. Your inspector at Handy Home Inspections works for you.