Whether you’re buying a home, preparing to sell, purchasing new construction, approaching the end of a builder warranty, or simply trying to better understand your property’s condition, the right information matters.
Parallax AZ provides professional home inspection services in Anthem, AZ, and throughout the surrounding Phoenix Valley. Our approach combines detailed visual observations with modern inspection technology, including photography, drone-assisted roof observations, thermal imaging, moisture detection tools, and digital inspection reporting when appropriate.
Below are answers to some of the most common questions homeowners and home buyers ask about home inspections, reports, roof inspections, new construction inspections, pools, thermal imaging, and our other property services.
A residential home inspection is a visual evaluation of accessible systems and components of the property. Depending on the home, this may include the roof, exterior, structure, electrical system, plumbing, heating and cooling equipment, interior areas, built-in components, and other visible and accessible conditions.
A buyer home inspection helps you better understand the visible condition of the property before completing your purchase. The inspection may identify defects, safety concerns, maintenance needs, or components that deserve further evaluation so you can make a more informed decision.
A buyer home inspection, sometimes called a pre-purchase inspection, is performed before the buyer completes the purchase of a home. It provides an independent evaluation of visible and accessible property conditions before closing.
Yes. A property can appear well maintained during a showing while still having conditions that aren’t immediately obvious. A professional home inspection provides a more systematic evaluation of the home’s accessible systems and components.
Home inspection cost can vary based on the property’s size, age, type, location, and additional services requested. Parallax AZ does not use one price for every property. Contact us with the property information and we’ll provide pricing based on the inspection needed.
Inspection time varies depending on the home’s size, age, condition, features, and additional services. A typical residential inspection may take approximately three to four hours, while larger or more complex properties may require additional time.
Our target is to provide your completed digital home inspection report within 24 hours following the inspection.
Inspection reports may include photographs, written observations, significant concerns, maintenance recommendations, repair considerations, and supporting documentation. Thermal images, drone images, or video may also be included when appropriate.
Yes. Photography is an important part of Parallax AZ’s inspection process. Video may also be used when movement, operation, or another condition is easier to document through video than a still photograph.
Clients and their representatives may attend the inspection. Because uninterrupted inspection time helps the inspector work methodically through the property, the specific inspection and walkthrough process can be discussed when your appointment is scheduled.
A pre-listing inspection is completed before a homeowner lists a property for sale. It can help sellers identify visible property conditions before a buyer conducts an inspection and provide additional time to evaluate potential repairs or maintenance.
A seller home inspection can reduce surprises by giving you a clearer understanding of your property’s condition before it goes on the market. You can then decide how you want to address or disclose identified conditions before negotiating with a buyer.
Yes. New does not necessarily mean perfect. A new construction home inspection provides an independent evaluation of visible and accessible systems and components before the buyer takes possession of the property.
A final new construction inspection is performed when construction is substantially complete. It provides another set of eyes on the accessible systems, components, and visible conditions of the home before closing or final turnover.
An 11-month warranty inspection is generally performed before a new home’s first-year builder warranty expires. It documents visible conditions that may have developed after move-in so the homeowner can review them before applicable builder warranty deadlines.
It is generally best to schedule your inspection with enough time remaining to receive the report, review the findings, and contact your builder before your applicable warranty period expires. Always verify the specific deadlines and terms contained in your builder warranty.
Yes. An annual home maintenance inspection gives homeowners a periodic look at accessible property conditions even when they aren’t buying or selling. It can help identify developing maintenance needs and create greater awareness of how the property is aging.
Yes. Roof observations are an important part of a home inspection when the roof is accessible and conditions allow. Visible roof coverings, penetrations, flashing, drainage components, and other accessible conditions may be evaluated within the inspection scope.
Yes. Parallax AZ may use drones to assist with roof observations when appropriate. Drone technology can provide valuable visual documentation when walking on a roof would be unsafe, impractical, inaccessible, or potentially damaging to the roofing material.
Owner Chad Smith holds an FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate, allowing Parallax AZ to perform commercial drone operations within applicable FAA requirements.
Not necessarily. A drone is one tool available to the inspector. The most appropriate method depends on roof accessibility, roofing materials, property conditions, weather, safety considerations, and the scope of the inspection.
Yes. Thermal imaging may be used when appropriate to identify temperature differences that deserve closer investigation. It is another tool that can provide additional perspective during the inspection process.
No. Thermal cameras do not see through walls. They detect surface temperature differences. Certain patterns can indicate areas that deserve additional investigation, but thermal imaging should be interpreted together with other observations.
Thermal imaging may reveal temperature patterns sometimes associated with moisture, but a thermal image alone does not confirm the presence of water. When appropriate, thermal findings can be compared with visual observations and moisture detection tools.
Yes. Pool and spa inspections are available for residential properties. The inspection may include visible and accessible pool or spa components, equipment, surrounding conditions, and operating systems within the scope of the service.
If the home has a swimming pool or spa, a pool inspection can provide useful information about visible conditions and accessible equipment before you purchase the property. This can be particularly valuable for Arizona homeowners because pools often represent a significant part of the property.
A sewer scope may identify visible concerns such as blockages, root intrusion, cracks, damaged sections, or other irregularities within accessible portions of the sewer line.
A sewer scope is a separate inspection service because the underground sewer line cannot be evaluated through the standard visual home inspection process. Ask Parallax AZ about adding a sewer scope when scheduling your home inspection.
A sewer scope can provide additional information about an underground component of the property that cannot otherwise be directly observed during a standard home inspection. Buyers can choose to add a sewer scope to better understand the visible condition of accessible portions of the sewer line.
Parallax AZ may inspect single-family homes, condominiums, townhomes, manufactured and mobile homes, residential properties under four units, and luxury homes, depending on the property and inspection requested.
Parallax AZ is based in Anthem, Arizona, and serves homeowners throughout:
If your property is nearby but isn’t listed, call us to ask about availability.
Weekend appointments may be available depending on the schedule. Contact Parallax AZ with the property address and your preferred inspection date to check availability.
Expedited scheduling may be available depending on the inspection requested and current availability. Call 520-660-1568 to discuss your timeline.
Parallax AZ is built around Precision Through Perspective—the idea that understanding a property requires looking carefully, systematically, and from the right perspective.
Owner Chad Smith brings a professional background that includes service as a U.S. Marine Corps Veteran, aviation, emergency medical work, firefighting, and professional skydiving. These fields share many of the same principles that guide the Parallax approach: preparation, checklists, precision, situational awareness, clear communication, and attention to detail.
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