Ever wonder what your house would say if it could talk? It probably wouldn’t whisper sweet nothings. More like, “Hey, that leak in the attic isn’t a feature—it’s a warning.” Luckily, you don’t have to speak house to know what’s going on behind the drywall. You just need an inspection report.
At By Builder Home Inspections, we translate your home’s silent suffering into readable, funny-if-it-weren’t-so-serious documentation. Whether you live in Tampa, Apollo Beach, St. Pete, or Clearwater, we deliver reports that make you go, “Wow, glad we caught that,” instead of “Oops, there goes the ceiling.”
So, What Is an Inspection Report Really?
Think of it like your home’s report card, except with more photos and fewer participation trophies. An inspection report is a documented breakdown of what’s going great, what’s about to betray you, and what’s already halfway to a demolition project.
Our inspection reports cover:
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The roof: AKA the sunburned hat your house wears 24/7
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HVAC: If your AC groans louder than your uncle’s fishing stories, we’ll catch it
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Plumbing: Because spontaneous indoor waterfalls aren’t chic
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Electrical: Where sparks are only fun if you’re lighting birthday candles
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Attics, insulation, windows, structure, and much more
Why Our Reports Aren’t Boring
We believe in clear formatting, real photographs, and honest notes. Our reports include:
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Highlighted concerns (color-coded, because drama deserves color)
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Straightforward recommendations (“Fix this now” > “You might consider…”)
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Photo evidence with arrows pointing to stuff you can’t pretend you didn’t see
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A timeline of urgency (because, no, that cracked foundation won’t heal on its own)
Chart: If Your House Could Talk…
| House Statement | What It Means in the Report |
|---|---|
| “I’ve got a bit of a leak…” | Roof flashing or sealant failure |
| “My pipes sing at night!” | Water pressure or loose fittings |
| “I’m a little shaky lately.” | Structural or foundation movement |
| “I spark joy. Literally.” | Electrical hazard—please fix that |
| “I’m tired.” | HVAC system from 2001 still holding on |
Common Issues We Find (And Gently Roast)
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AC units older than your favorite band
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Duct tape “repairs” that scream Pinterest fail
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Water heaters with a fear of commitment
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Decks built on a prayer and a couple of screws
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Showers that leak more than reality TV cast members
Our job is to call it like it is—whether your house is thriving or just pretending.
Locations We Serve (a.k.a. Places Where Weird Stuff Happens)
We cover:
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Tampa (where the roofs tan harder than tourists)
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Apollo Beach (hello, salt air corrosion)
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St. Petersburg (old charm, sneaky surprises)
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Clearwater (because even pretty homes hide plumbing shame)
If it’s in the Gulf Coast radius and might have wood rot, we’re probably inspecting it.
What About Cost?
You won’t need to sell your patio furniture to pay for a great inspection. Our home inspection cost guide breaks it all down—pricing varies based on size, service type, and how many mystery smells we’ll be investigating.
Questions? Of Course You Have Questions.
Whether it’s “Do I need to be there?” or “Will you judge my DIY patio lights?”, our FAQ page has the answers. We’ve heard it all. Yes, even the one about whether we check for ghosts (we don’t, but we’ll note cold spots).
Schedule Your Laughably Honest Inspection
We may crack jokes, but we’re dead serious about protecting your investment. Use our contact form to schedule your inspection in Tampa, Apollo Beach, St. Pete, or Clearwater.
Your future self (and your buyer’s agent) will thank you.
Summary: We Inspect It All, and We’re Not Subtle
Homeowners, buyers, sellers—if you want a thorough, photo-filled, low-fluff inspection report with insights that matter, By Builder Home Inspections is ready. Trust us to find what others miss—and explain it in a way you’ll actually read.
And hey, if your house is perfect? We’ll just high-five you and move on.
