Home Inspection Insights

Data-driven guides for buyers, homeowners, and inspectors. Powered by 55,000+ real inspection reports.

Research8 min read

What 132,000 Texas Home Inspections Reveal About the Homes You're Buying

We analyzed 132,000 professional home inspections across DFW, Austin, and Houston. Here's what inspectors actually find — and why you should care before signing.

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Equipment5 min read

R22 Refrigerant: Why Your AC Could Cost You $5,000

R22 was banned in 2020 but millions of homes still run on it. Here's what it means for your wallet, your options, and why it shows up as a red flag on inspection reports.

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Buyers6 min read

What to Look for in a Home Inspection Report

Most buyers glance at the summary page and miss the details that matter. Here's how to read an inspection report like a pro — and the 5 findings that should stop you from buying.

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Reports4 min read

Understanding Your Home Health Score

We rate every property from 0 to 100 based on inspector findings. Here's exactly how the score is calculated, what each range means, and why a 72 isn't as safe as you think.

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Equipment5 min read

R22 Refrigerant: Why Your AC Could Cost You $5,000

R22 was banned in 2020 but millions of homes still run on it. If your AC uses R22, here's what it means for your wallet, your options, and why it shows up as a red flag on HomeFax reports.

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Research7 min read

Foundation Issues in Texas Homes: A Data-Driven Look

We analyzed thousands of inspection reports across DFW. Here's how common foundation problems really are, which areas are most affected, and what differential movement actually means.

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Industry5 min read

Why Inspection Data Matters More Than a Zillow Estimate

Zillow tells you what a home might be worth. We tell you what's actually wrong with it. Here's why condition data is the missing piece in every real estate transaction.

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Inspectors4 min read

The Inspector's Guide to Passive Income from Reports

You've written thousands of reports. They're sitting in Spectora doing nothing. Here's how HomeFax turns your completed work into a recurring revenue stream — without lifting a finger.

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