What is a home inspection?

A home inspection is a visual examination of a home's physical structure and an evaluation of its main systems. Its purpose is to find areas that need repair or replacement and to inform a prospective buyer of issues that could significantly affect the home's value. Items typically used in the home are tested or operated: doors and windows are opened and closed, roofing materials inspected, heating and air conditioning run, sinks and tubs filled, showers run and toilets flushed. An electronic report follows.

When should a new construction inspection be scheduled?

At the completion of construction but before the final walk-through with the builder's customer service representative or superintendent, ideally a day or two before that walk-through so last-minute items are finished. Verify that gas, water and electric have been turned on, either by the buyer or the builder depending on the builder's policy. A completed report is delivered at the conclusion of the inspection.

Septic & well inspectors

Guardian Angel Inspections

Guardian Angel Inspections Inc. is a family-operated, multi-inspector home inspection company founded in 2015 and based out of Royal Palm Beach, Florida. Its clients include homebuyers, home sellers, current homeowners, investors, banks, insurance companies, mortgage lenders and real estate agents.

The standard inspection is a non-invasive visual and mechanical review of accessible areas, performed to NACHI standards: roof, flashings and penetrations; decks, walkways and railings; exterior grading and drainage; foundation and crawlspace; plumbing, water heating and sump pumps; electrical service, panels, breakers, grounding and bonding; HVAC; insulation and ventilation; and garage doors, openers and safety sensors. An electronic report follows, with same-day report delivery advertised and scheduling available around the clock.

Beyond the standard inspection the company performs pre-listing, insurance, wind mitigation, four-point, pool and spa, water filtration, sewer scope, FHA certification, draw and new-construction inspections, including the 11-month warranty inspection. The service area covers Orlando plus Broward, Palm Beach, Martin, Miami-Dade, Hendry, St. Lucie, Okeechobee and Indian River counties, and the team works in English and Spanish.

The company reports more than 20,000 inspections completed and was named Affiliate Company of the Year in 2023 by the Association of Broward, Palm Beaches, and St. Lucie Realtors. Note that the site describes sewer scope and underground pipe work but does not mention septic tank or well inspections, so confirm scope before booking.

Best for

Buyers, sellers, agents and investors in Central and Southeast Florida who need a home, wind mitigation, four-point or new-construction inspection with a same-day report. Confirm septic or well scope separately.

What they do

Comprehensive home inspection
Pre-listing inspection
Insurance inspections
Wind mitigation inspection
Four-point inspection
Pool and spa inspection
Sewer scope and underground pipe inspection
Water filtration inspection
New construction and 11-month warranty inspection
New construction draw inspections
FHA certification inspection

Details

Attribute	Value
Founded	2015
Ownership	Private
Memberships	Inspectors hold the Certified Inspector Expert credential

What stands out

Founded in 2015 and reports more than 20,000 inspections completed.
Named Affiliate Company of the Year in 2023 by the Association of Broward, Palm Beaches, and St. Lucie Realtors.
Covers Orlando plus Broward, Palm Beach, Martin, Miami-Dade, Hendry, St. Lucie, Okeechobee and Indian River counties.
Inspectors hold the Certified Inspector Expert credential, which requires third-party verified quality control.
Scheduling is available around the clock and the company advertises same-day report delivery.

Common questions

What is a home inspection?: A home inspection is a visual examination of a home's physical structure and an evaluation of its main systems. Its purpose is to find areas that need repair or replacement and to inform a prospective buyer of issues that could significantly affect the home's value. Items typically used in the home are tested or operated: doors and windows are opened and closed, roofing materials inspected, heating and air conditioning run, sinks and tubs filled, showers run and toilets flushed. An electronic report follows.
When should a new construction inspection be scheduled?: At the completion of construction but before the final walk-through with the builder's customer service representative or superintendent, ideally a day or two before that walk-through so last-minute items are finished. Verify that gas, water and electric have been turned on, either by the buyer or the builder depending on the builder's policy. A completed report is delivered at the conclusion of the inspection.