Pre-Sale Inspection Requirements

Truth-In-Sale of Housing Inspections

In some cities, a Truth-In-Sale of Housing, or TISH, inspection is required before a property can be listed for sale. These must be conducted by a licensed evaluator that is approved by that city. The goal of these inspections is to address health and safety issues that may be apparent in homes, as they go up for sale.

In most cases, any “required repairs” on the evaluation must be fixed prior to transfer of ownership. In some instances, a buyer can agree to take on the repairs after closing, subsequent to a re-inspection by the city. Check the guidelines for each city below.

Municipalities Requiring TISH Inspections

Inflow/Infiltration (I/I) Inspections

There are also cities that require a check of the home’s inflow/infiltration to ensure that there isn’t an excess of clear water being added to the city’s sewer system.

If issues are found, buyers and sellers can negotiate the repair process and who is responsible for repairs prior to closing. If repairs cannot be made before the title transfer, escrow may be required.

Municipalities Requiring I/I Inspections