At Quarterman Realty Group, we’re big believers in pre-market inspections—especially for single-family homes. This proactive step can save you time, money, and stress once your home is under contract.

What Is a Pre-Market Inspection?

A pre-market inspection is exactly what it sounds like: you hire a licensed home inspector to evaluate your property before it goes on the market.

• Cost: Typically $500–$700

• Process: An inspector reviews the major systems in your home—roof, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, foundation, and more.

• Goal: To uncover potential issues before buyers do.

Why It’s Worth It

1. Fix issues early. If the report highlights problems, you can repair them before your home hits the market, preventing surprises later.

2. Stronger negotiating position. A clean report allows us to market your home as “pre-inspected,” giving buyers confidence in its condition.

3. Fewer delays. Addressing concerns upfront reduces the chances of deal-breaking inspection negotiations later.

4. Possible inspection waiver. Some buyers may even waive doing their own inspection if they feel confident in your report—speeding up the closing process.

How We Make It Easy

If you’d like to do a pre-market inspection, just let us know. We’ll:

• Arrange the appointment with a trusted local inspector

• Be present for the inspection on your behalf if you can’t take time off work

• Review the report together and prioritize which items to address before listing

Bottom Line

A pre-market inspection is an upfront investment that can give you a smoother, faster, and more profitable sale. Instead of scrambling to fix issues under pressure, you’ll be one step ahead of the process.

💡 Interested in scheduling a pre-market inspection?
Contact Kathleen Quarterman, Quarterman Realty Group at 609-948-4306 or info (@) quartermangroup.com and we’ll take care of the details.

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