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Scheduling re-inspection services in Tampa Bay is the final step in protecting your wallet before you sign on the dotted line. You negotiated repairs. The seller agreed to them. But did they actually do the work?
This is the classic “trust but verify” dilemma. You might feel anxious that the seller hired a cheap handyman or tried to hide the defect with a fresh coat of paint. This happens more often than you think.
Closing on a home only to find that a plumbing leak is still active is a nightmare scenario.
You need an unbiased third party to step in. Robbins Home Inspections provides verification to make sure every repair on your list was completed correctly.
Why a Re-Inspection
A standard home inspection identifies problems. A re-inspection verifies the solutions. Without this step, you are taking a gamble on the seller’s honesty and competence.
Sellers often provide receipts as proof of work. Do not rely solely on a piece of paper. A receipt proves payment. It does not prove quality.
A receipt can be vague or even fake. We have seen instances where a seller paid for a service call, but the contractor barely touched the issue.
A physical inspection provides visual evidence. We go into the attic, crawl onto the roof, or open the electric panel to see the work with our own eyes. This prevents expensive surprises after you take ownership.
We do not waste your time re-checking the entire property. Our process is efficient and focused. We verify only the items agreed upon in your repair addendum.
Major systems like roofing, electrical, and plumbing require a professional touch. We check that these repairs were handled by a licensed pro, not a general handyman or the homeowner’s cousin. If the repair involved a new electrical breaker or a roof patch, we look for signs of professional workmanship.
We work directly from the list you provide. If you asked for five specific fixes, we check those five things. This keeps the cost lower than a full inspection. We confirm that the specific defect we found in the first report is gone.
A fix is not a fix if it is dangerous or temporary. We see plenty of “band-aid” repairs. This might look like using duct tape on a plumbing leak or using the wrong type of screw for a hurricane strap.
We check that the materials and methods meet current safety standards. If the work is sloppy, we will let you know.
Serving Real Estate
We understand that real estate deals move fast in Pinellas and Hillsborough Counties. You likely have a closing date looming.
We serve clients throughout Palm Harbor, Clearwater, and St. Petersburg, as well as the surrounding communities. We know you need answers immediately. Our team coordinates with local real estate agents to get into the home and get the report back to you the same day.
If the repairs involve your roof or window protection, we can also update your Wind Mitigation Inspection or 4-Point Inspection during this visit. Insurance companies often require proof that these specific updates were made to bind your policy.
why choose
Robbins Services
Receipts only prove that money changed hands. They do not prove the work was done correctly or safely. Visual verification is the only way to be certain.
Yes, we can. However, we still check their work against professional building standards. If the homeowner did the work incorrectly, we will mark it as a failure.
Most re-inspections take between 30 and 60 minutes. We are laser-focused on the repair list, so it goes much faster than the initial visit.
We document the failure with photos and notes. You can take this report to your real estate agent to renegotiate, demand proper repairs, or delay closing until it is right.
Don’t inherit someone else’s unfinished business. You fought for those repairs. Make sure you actually get them.
Contact Robbins Home Inspections today to schedule your re-inspection and verify the work before you close.
