Four Point Inspections
A “Four Point Inspection” focuses only on four main areas of interest in a home:
Why do I need a four point inspection?
Insurance companies have become increasingly reluctant to issue Homeowner Insurance Policies on older homes (usually 25 years old or more). Their common concern is that there may be conditions in an older home that could become a liability to them. For instance; a home with a roof nearing the end of its reliable service life may fail while under the policy and the homeowner may seek reimbursement from their insurance company for damages to the home or its contents. Similar concerns extend to the condition of the HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems in an older home. If these elements are in poor condition, in need of being updated or replaced or were improperly installed, they may fail and cause fire or water damage to a home. Newer homes are assumed (by the insurance companies) to not have these problems as frequently as older homes.
Is there a standard form to fill out?
There is no industry wide standard form for a Four Point Inspection. Some insurance companies provide their own forms; however, most insurance companies will accept forms from companies that perform home inspections provided that they are filled out by qualified individuals. Jadeck Home Inspections, LLC has developed a form that meets the requirements of the insurance companies.
Can I fill out the form myself?
Insurance companies want these forms filled out by certain qualified individuals such as a licensed Professional Home Inspector only.
I had a home inspection before I purchased the home. Can I use that report instead of getting a Four Point Inspection Report?
The insurance companies do not want large reports that contain other information. They want only specific information and specific photos about the HVAC, plumbing, electrical system and roof in a short two page signed document. Before you pay for a home inspection you should research with your insurance company if they will require a Four Point Inspection Report so it can be done at the same time as your regular home inspection. Already had your home inspection done? No worries, as we will come back out at a minimal fee to collect the additional insurance information and photos and get you the insurance report.
A “Four Point Inspection” focuses only on four main areas of interest in a home:
- Roof
- Electrical wiring and panels
- Plumbing connections and fixtures
- HVAC (Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning)
Why do I need a four point inspection?
Insurance companies have become increasingly reluctant to issue Homeowner Insurance Policies on older homes (usually 25 years old or more). Their common concern is that there may be conditions in an older home that could become a liability to them. For instance; a home with a roof nearing the end of its reliable service life may fail while under the policy and the homeowner may seek reimbursement from their insurance company for damages to the home or its contents. Similar concerns extend to the condition of the HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems in an older home. If these elements are in poor condition, in need of being updated or replaced or were improperly installed, they may fail and cause fire or water damage to a home. Newer homes are assumed (by the insurance companies) to not have these problems as frequently as older homes.
Is there a standard form to fill out?
There is no industry wide standard form for a Four Point Inspection. Some insurance companies provide their own forms; however, most insurance companies will accept forms from companies that perform home inspections provided that they are filled out by qualified individuals. Jadeck Home Inspections, LLC has developed a form that meets the requirements of the insurance companies.
Can I fill out the form myself?
Insurance companies want these forms filled out by certain qualified individuals such as a licensed Professional Home Inspector only.
I had a home inspection before I purchased the home. Can I use that report instead of getting a Four Point Inspection Report?
The insurance companies do not want large reports that contain other information. They want only specific information and specific photos about the HVAC, plumbing, electrical system and roof in a short two page signed document. Before you pay for a home inspection you should research with your insurance company if they will require a Four Point Inspection Report so it can be done at the same time as your regular home inspection. Already had your home inspection done? No worries, as we will come back out at a minimal fee to collect the additional insurance information and photos and get you the insurance report.
