Vista Inspections Services & Pricing
Services
Home Inspections
0-999 sq ft ~ $350
1000-1499 sq ft ~ $375
1500-1999 sq ft ~ $400
2000-2499 sq ft ~ $425
2500-2999 sq ft ~ $450
3000-3499 sq ft ~ $475
3500-3999 sq ft ~ $500
4000-4499 sq ft ~ $525
4500-4999 sq ft ~ $550
5000 and greater ~ Call for pricing
Other Inspections
Radon Inspection ~ $150
Pest Inspection ~ $150
Septic Video Inspection ~ $450 (without pumping)
Septic Pumping ~ Varies based on location
Well Inspection ~ $350 (within Asheville area)
Premium Water Quality Test ~ $250
Air Mold Sampling ~ $200
Additional charges apply for detached garages, studios, apartments and separate living quarters. Call for a detailed quote.
Home Older Than 50 Years - $50 | Home Older than 100 Years - $100
Travel charges may apply for inspections outside Buncombe County
North Carolina Standards of Practice
Vista Inspections adheres to the Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics established by the North Carolina Home Inspection Licensure Board. Vista Inspections also promises to go above and beyond the minimum standards as established by the board in order to provide the most comprehensive home inspection possible.
Some of the main areas and components a Licensed Home Inspector investigate include*:
Structural Components
Foundation
Floors
Walls
Columns or Piers
Ceilings
Roof(s)
Roof Condition
Type of materials covering the roof
Any leaks
Gutters and downspouts
Chimney
Vents, skylights and flashing
Heating & Cooling
Response time and effectiveness - from manual controls, observation, and measurement tools
Whether the controls are accessible
Types and age of HVAC systems used
Built-in Kitchen Appliances
Ranges and cooktops
Range hood
Dishwasher
Garbage disposal and/or trash compactor
Microwave
Building Exterior
Wall cladding, trim and flashings
Entryway doors and a representative number of windows
Garage door operators
Decks, porches, railing, balconies, stoops, steps and areaways
Eaves, fascia and soffits
Driveways, patios, walkways and retaining walls
Vegetation, grading and drainage
Insulation & Ventilation
Exhausts in bathrooms, kitchen, and laundry areas
Type and depth of insulation
Absence of insulation in crawlspaces and attic
Electrical
Points of service
Service amperage and voltage
Electric base and meter
Grounding and bonding
Main service disconnect
Carbon monoxide and smoke detectors
Type(s) of wiring
Doors & Windows
Any issues from opening and closing doors
Problems from opening and closing some windows (which provides an overview of all windows)
Garage door opener operation
Sensors that don’t work
“Fogged” windows, i.e. broken window seals
Building Interior
Stairs, handrails, ramps, landings, and balconies
Walls, floors and ceilings
Counters and built-in cabinets
Plumbing
Main water and fuel supply shut-off valves
Toilet flushing operations
Drainage in tubs, showers and sinks
Water heater age and condition
Accessible floats and sump pumps
Drain, waste and vent systems
*Not an exhaustive list
“From communication and customer service to the inspection and his ability to explain the findings, we couldn’t have been more pleased with Dylan and Vista Inspections.”
— STUART D., Weaverville Resident