What Is the Process for Scheduling a Home Inspection?

Just went under contract on a home? Congratulations! Now it’s time to schedule your home inspection—but what’s the actual process? Who do you call? What info do you need? And how soon should it happen?

Here’s a clear, step-by-step guide to scheduling your home inspection—and why working with Keystone Castle Inspections in the Pittsburgh area makes the process simple, fast, and stress-free.

🗓 Step 1: Find a Certified, Local Home Inspector

First, you want someone certified by InterNACHI or ASHI, who is familiar with local home styles and fully insured.

📍 Keystone Castle Inspections is InterNACHI certified, insured, and based in Wexford, PA—serving the Greater Pittsburgh region including Allegheny, Butler, Washington, Westmoreland, Beaver, and Armstrong counties.

✅ Certified Professional Inspector (CPI)®✅ Local knowledge of older and newer Pittsburgh homes✅ Full E&O and General Liability coverage

📞 Step 2: Reach Out to Schedule

Once you’ve found the right inspector, just reach out! At Keystone Castle, you can:

• Call or text directly for availability

• Use our online booking form (coming soon!)

• Or email if you’re working through an agent or need to coordinate schedules

Have this info ready:

• Property address

• Buyer’s name and contact info

• Preferred date/time for the inspection

• Listing agent contact info (if known)

Need something fast? I do my best to offer flexible scheduling, including weekends when available.

🧾 Step 3: Confirm the Details

Once we lock in your time slot, I’ll send a confirmation that includes:

• Inspection date/time

• What’s included in your inspection

• Payment options

• A reminder that you’re welcome to attend the inspection

Attending gives you a chance to ask questions in real time and get a deeper understanding of the home’s condition.

📷 Step 4: Day of the Inspection

I’ll arrive early, walk through the interior and exterior, and inspect major components including:

• Roof & attic

• Electrical, plumbing & HVAC

• Foundation & structure

• Appliances, windows, insulation & more

Expect the inspection to take 2–4 hours, depending on the size and condition of the home.

📩 Step 5: Receive Your Digital Report (Fast!)

Within 24 hours, you’ll receive a professional, easy-to-read report that includes:

• Detailed findings

• High-resolution photos

• Clear explanations

• Summary section for quick reference

You can share the report with your real estate agent or use it to negotiate repairs before closing.

🏰 Schedule With Keystone Castle Inspections Today

Skip the stress. When you work with me, you’ll get clear communication, expert insight, and fast turnaround—so you can move forward with confidence.

🔗 Schedule your home inspection today📍 Locally owned in Wexford, PA—serving all of Greater Pittsburgh