Weather affects the methodology more than the inspection itself, so the inspector can change how it’s performed. They may use a drone instead of walking a wet roof, and heavy storms can delay exterior systems checks until conditions clear. You’ll still get a same-day full report, with some limitations noting a weather-permitting follow-up. Something else to consider is it is a great time to uncover roof leaks or drainage issues.

Finding problems doesn’t mean the deal is off it means you have options. You can ask the seller to make repairs before closing, request a credit or price reduction, or, for serious issues, use your inspection period to renegotiate or simply walk away. Your inspector can help you understand which findings are safety-critical versus cosmetic.

A Pre-Listing inspection flips the usual process: instead of the buyer ordering it after an offer, you as the seller order it before listing. It’s not required, but it can prevent deals from failing from surprise findings, and it gives you leverage to fix issues ahead of time or price the home to reflect its condition.