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BEFORE THE INSPECTION
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A home inspection is a visual examination of a home's accessible systems and components — roof, structure, foundation, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and more. The goal is to give you an accurate picture of the home's condition before you commit to buying it. It's not a pass/fail test. It's information.
Pricing is based on the home's finished square footage. Visit our pricing page for standard rates. Commercial inspections and specialty services are quoted individually — contact us for details.
You're welcome to attend the full inspection, but the most valuable time to be there is the last 30 to 45 minutes. That's when I do a walkthrough of the findings with you in person, show you the areas of concern, explain what they mean, and answer your questions. Arriving at the beginning and following me room to room tends to slow the process down and can mean things get missed.
You can walk through a home, but you won't see what a trained inspector sees. After 5,000+ inspections, I know where problems hide — in attics, crawlspaces, behind panels, under rooflines. I also carry thermal imaging equipment, a sewer scope camera, moisture meters, and a drone. Knowing what to look for and having the tools to find it are two different things.
Yes, and you should get one. New construction homes have defects too — sometimes significant ones. Builder inspections are not a substitute for an independent inspection. Having someone in your corner before you close protects you from inheriting problems the builder may not disclose.
ABOUT THE REPORT
Reports are delivered within 24 hours of the inspection. In most cases you'll have it the same day.
Reports are generated through Spectora, one of the most modern platforms in the industry. They're mobile-friendly, photo-heavy, and written in plain language. Every finding includes a description of what was observed, why it matters, and what to do about it. Want to see one before you book? Call, text, or email and I'll send a sample.
No. A thorough inspection report on any home will include a range of findings — from safety concerns that need immediate attention to minor maintenance items that can wait. The report helps you prioritize. Focus your negotiation on items that affect safety, structural integrity, and major systems. Cosmetic issues and routine maintenance are generally not worth making demands over and can work against you at the negotiating table.
That's rarely the right strategy. Use the report as a tool, not a checklist. Prioritize safety hazards and major defects. For significant items, consider asking for a credit at closing rather than repairs — that gives you control over the quality of the work done. Your real estate agent can help you decide what's worth negotiating.
A home inspection is visual and non-invasive. I don't open walls, move furniture, or excavate. I also don't provide cost estimates for repairs, determine code compliance, or offer opinions on value. Certain items like mold, radon, lead, and sewer condition require separate testing — those are available as add-on services.
ABOUT QUASAR
Bob Linn has over 25 years of hands-on construction experience in this region as a licensed general contractor and licensed plumber — before becoming an inspector. That background means I understand how homes are built, not just how to walk through them. I hold the Certified Master Inspector designation, the highest professional credential in the inspection industry, and I was the 18th licensed home inspector in the state of New Mexico. I've performed over 5,000 inspections in the Clovis area.
You can verify any inspector's license through the New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department at nmrldlpi.my.site.com. Search under Board of Home Inspectors. My license number is HI0018.
Yes. Active military and first responders receive $25 off any residential inspection. Use code MILITARY25 when booking. The discount applies to the base inspection fee only and cannot be combined with other offers.
Yes, for qualifying inspections that meet a minimum bundled service total, payment can be deferred until closing. This option allows inspection costs to roll into the transaction rather than being paid upfront. Ask about eligibility when booking.
We serve Clovis, Portales, and surrounding communities. Travel fees may apply for locations beyond 40 miles from Clovis. Contact us to confirm availability for your area.
LOCAL CONDITIONS
In Clovis, yes — and it matters more here than in most markets. We see significant sewer issues at both ends of the age spectrum. Homes built before 1980 commonly have cast iron or clay laterals that are at or past the end of their useful life — joint separation, root intrusion, and corrosion are typical findings. But homes built after 2005 have their own pattern of problems: significant bellies, breakage, and disconnected sections that point to installation quality issues rather than age. The middle years tend to be more reliable, but no home is exempt. A sewer scope puts a camera in the line so you can see exactly what you're dealing with before you buy. It's one of the highest-value add-on services we offer regardless of the home's age.
Yes, and this is one of the most important reasons to hire a local inspector. Homes in this region have specific characteristics that a national or out-of-area inspector may not fully understand — expansive clay soils that cause foundation movement, flat lot grading that traps water against foundations, aging clay and cast iron sewer laterals common in pre-1980s homes, PVC plumbing that is vulnerable to freeze damage, and stucco exteriors that require regular maintenance in a high-UV climate. These are conditions I see and report on every week.
Flat and low-slope roofs are common in this area and not inherently a problem — but they require more attention than pitched roofs. Ponding water, deteriorating sealant, and failed flashing are the typical failure points. Regular inspection and maintenance every few years is the standard recommendation.
An evaporative cooler (also called a swamp cooler) is a common cooling system in eastern New Mexico that works by passing air over water-saturated pads. They are effective in dry climates and less expensive to operate than refrigerated AC. However, they require seasonal maintenance — pad replacement, pump inspection, and winterization — and don't function well on humid days. Many homeowners in this area are upgrading to refrigerated cooling. The inspection will evaluate the cooler's condition and operation.