Should I get a re-inspection after the seller completes negotiated repairs?

A re-inspection after seller repairs is often worth it, especially when the repairs were significant, because "we fixed it" and "it's actually fixed" are not always the same thing. When a purchase agreement obligates the seller to complete repairs before closing, the work is frequently done quickly, by the cheapest available contractor, under deadline pressure, exactly the conditions that produce incomplete or cosmetic fixes. A re-inspection verifies three things: that the agreed work was actually performed, that it was done competently rather than covered over, and that it addressed the underlying issue instead of the symptom, a fresh patch over a foundation crack, for example, versus correcting the drainage that caused it. We return to the specific items on the repair list, evaluate the work, and document the results with photos so you have a clear record before closing. When should you skip it? Minor items with receipts from licensed contractors, a new water heater installed and permitted, for instance, may only need a document review and a look during your pre-closing walkthrough. But for structural work, roof repairs, moisture corrections, electrical fixes, or anything the seller handled without documentation, verification is cheap insurance on a large purchase. Ask for receipts and permits regardless; good sellers provide them readily. To schedule a re-inspection, call us or use the free instant quote tool below.