A quality pre purchase inspection will communicate in an efficient manner the most important issues that will require maintenance or repairs. The inspector should communicate their key observations simply and clearly. Often an inspector will also provide a verbal report upon the report completion.

Clear photos of defects will make the inspection report easier to read, the content of the report should be a narrative of the major defects of a property. Many inspectors will be able to provide the contacts of reliable contractors who can perform work required to bring the property into a state of good repair.

Finally, the key qualities an inspector should have are; experience, competence and diagnostic ability.