Termite inspection
The wood-destroying pest report, and a quote for the work if anything turns up.
When you need one
Early in escrow. In San Diego it's negotiated more often than it's required, and a clear report removes an argument.
What it costs in San Diego
Inspection $75–$150. Section 1 work varies widely — get the bid before you agree to anything.
Ranges for a typical $1M sale. Get a quote.
What to ask before you hire
- Does the price include the report, or just the visit?
- Can you separate Section 1 from Section 2 in the bid?
- Do you do the repairs yourselves, and is there a certification after?
Our vendors
We keep two or three we trust for this, and we don't publish their names — they get our clients, not cold calls. Ask for an introduction and we'll make it.
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$30,000 − $4,999 = your money.
The seller pays about $30,000 to the buyer's agent on a $1M home. We keep $4,999. You get about $25,000. You still get a real agent from start to finish, and it costs $0 up front.
Run your numbersBased on a $1M San Diego home where the seller offers 3% to the buyer's agent. Applied to closing costs first. How much can go to you beyond that depends on your loan. Estimate only, not a guarantee.
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