SANDPIPER HOME INSPECTIONS LLC
TAMPA, FLORIDA

I am the founder of Sandpiper Home Inspections, proudly serving the general Tampa and St. Petersburg area and I’ve been involved in the home building/appraising/home inspection industry for over 20 years. I personally perform every home inspection and always give my clients the utmost personal attention they deserve. Having experience in the home building, mortgage, and appraiser fields and now as an inspector, I understand the dynamics of tradesmen and/or home builders trying to cut corners and still attempting to sell a product. Having someone on your side who knows how and where to look for these “deficiencies” can prove invaluable. A home inspection is a comprehensive visual examination of the physical structure and systems of a home, from foundation to roof, as provided by an objective third party. The home inspector will provide you with a report detailing any components that are not performing properly and items that are unsafe. Areas that may need further evaluation or repairs will also be noted by the home inspector. This report will give you the knowledge to make an informed decision, and ensure that you are getting a good value for your investment. A professional home inspection is an investment. If you are typically a comparison shopper (like me), resist the temptation to allow pricing to be your major concern. The price of a home inspection for the average house is around $350-450. Beware of those charging less. Bargain inspectors may be new in the business or may only spend 1-2 hours on your inspection. I spend 4 – 5 hours or more on each and every inspection. It takes time to properly inspect the entire home, review the images taken and perform property research. As is true with other professionals – you really do get what you pay for. A single defect missed by your “discount” Inspector could easily cost you 100 times what you saved. The price of a home inspection represents a very small percentage of the overall price of a home that will likely be the largest single purchase you ever make. This is the best money you will ever spend.