The home inspection: your chance to see your dream home beyond the “curb appeal.” About 5% of contracts fall through, often because inspections reveal hidden issues. It flags everything from safety concerns to minor quirks you might have missed and can even give you an easy exit if something feels like a dealbreaker. Think of it as the home’s report card: full of surprises, but exactly what you need to make a confident choice.

As crucial as this process is, do you know who attends a home inspection? A home inspector is a given, of course — but who else?

We’re going shed light on the role of the home inspector, as well as who should (and shouldn’t) be present during the inspection. You might be surprised by what you learn.