Roots Home Inspection

Rates

Understand the general pricing for home inspections based on your property age, type and size.

To get an idea of the pricing for a Home Inspection we have included the following chart.

PLEASE NOTE THESE PRICES ARE “General Estimates ONLY”.

When you contact us to schedule, we will provide an exact price. Prices vary by the house age, square footage, # of baths, # of bedrooms, # of kitchens, and other components (garage, basement, fireplaces).

Pricing for Structure, Radon and Termite.

Property Type
Square Footage
Max Beds | Baths
Inspection Only | w/ Termite | w/ Termite & Radon
<1000
2 Beds | 2 Baths
$375 | $450 | N/A
<1500
3 Beds | 2 Baths
$450 | $525 | $650
<2000
3 Beds | 2 Baths
$550 | $625 | $750
N/A
2 Beds | 1 Bath
$650 | $725 | $850
N/A
N/A
$800 | $875 | $995

Repair Estimates

Prices for common repairs vary across New Jersey by county and contractor. These are rough estimates for general guidance only.
Roofing – Flashings – Chimneys:
Asphalt shingles: $8,000 – $15,000; Chimney sweep: $250+; Cap: $300+ Gutters: $10/lin. ft.+; Soffits/fascia: $20/lin. ft.+; Siding: $15/sq. ft.+ Foundation walls: $15/sq. ft.+

Garages – Decks – Retaining Walls – Foundation:
Garage door opener: $800 – $1,500+; support post installation: $1,000 – $2,000+ Termite treatment: $800+; foundation crack repair: $1,000+

Electric Repairs – Upgrades:
Upgrade electrical service to 200 amps: $2,000 – $3,000+ Add/repair conventional receptacle: $150 – $200
Heating Systems – Air Conditioning:
Install heating system: $5,000 – $10,000 and up. Air conditioning installation: $15,000 and up.

Tanks:
Remove basement oil tank: $800 – $1,500+, based on complexity. Remove underground oil tank: $5,000+, depending on the tank’s size and location.

Plumbing and Windows:
Replace toilet: $500+; replace basin: $600+; water heater: $2,000+. Install sump pump: $1,200+; replacement windows: $500 – $700 each.
  • Radon testing is 125 – 150
  • Condos on the 2nd floor usually do not require termite testing
  • Termite testing includes all wood destroying insects (termite, powder post beetles, carpenter ants and carpenter bees).
  • Laboratory testing of lead, mold and asbestos is available. This has an additional cost of $195 dollars per sample. see this document