Home Inspectors

Why Home Inspectors Need Specialized Insurance

While your technical skills are top-notch, the nature of the inspection business carries inherent financial risks. Here is why carrying both Errors & Omissions (E&O) and General Liability (GL) is essential:

  1. Errors & Omissions (Professional Liability)

         E&O insurance is your primary defense against claims that you made a mistake or missed a significant defect during an inspection.

  • The “Missed” Defect: If a client discovers a cracked heat exchanger or a structural foundation issue six months after moving in, they may sue you for the repair costs, claiming you should have caught it.
  • Legal Defense Costs: Even if you did everything right, defending yourself in court is expensive. E&O covers your legal fees and any resulting settlements.
  • Peace of Mind: It allows you to perform your job confidently, knowing that a single oversight won’t result in personal financial ruin.

  1. General Liability

      While E&O covers your work, General Liability covers your physical presence on the property.

  • Bodily Injury: If a homeowner or real estate agent trips over your ladder or equipment and gets injured, GL covers their medical expenses and your legal liability.
  • Property Damage: If you accidentally leave a sink running while testing it and cause water damage, or if you step through an attic ceiling, GL pays for the repairs.
  • Agent/Realtor Protection: Many real estate offices will not allow you onto a property or put you on their “preferred vendor” list unless you can provide a certificate of General Liability insurance
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Why Choose Madrona Insurance?

  • Premiums starting at $750/year for combined General Liability and E&O
  • New Inspectors Preferred – Multi-State & Multi-Inspector Coverage Available
  • Experienced Solo Inspectors Covered
  • Commercial Inspections up to 100,000 sqft (no restaurants)
  • Same Day Quotes – Quick Phone Assistance: 959-205-9982

Comprehensive Coverage for All Inspection Types

  • Draw Inspections
  • 203(k) Inspection & Consulting
  • Energy Audit Inspection
  • Bulkhead, Seawall & Dock Inspection
  • Infrared Thermography
  • Indoor Air Quality & Green Building
  • Lead Paint & Radon Inspections
  • Mold, Pool & Spa Inspections
  • EIFS (Visual Only) & Oil Tank Sweep
  • Unmanned Aircraft Inspection
  • Wind Mitigation, Rodent, Termite/WDI & 4-Point
  • Septic, Sewer & Water Well Inspections
  • Commercial Inspections up to 100,000 sqft

Special Features & Additional Coverage

  • Diminishing Deductible: $500/Year (Min $500 E&O Only)
  • Expert Witness Coverage
  • Limited Additional Insured: Franchiser & Realtor Referrals
  • Automatic Extended Reporting Period (ERP): Available after 3 years for death, disability, or retirement
  • General Liability: $250 Deductible, $10,000 Medical Coverage, $100,000 Coverage on Property Rented to You
  • Pre-Claims Assistance & Risk Management Support

Commercial, PCA & ASTM Inspections

We have you covered for Commercial, PCA, and ASTM inspections with flexible policies and expert support.

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