How to Read a Home Inspection Report (2026)

A line-by-line guide to reading a 2026 home inspection report — severity codes, what's cosmetic vs. structural, and what each finding really costs.

About the HomeScore Inspection Hub

HomeScore analyzes 12,000+ 2026 home inspection reports to surface the findings that actually matter — safety issues, dealbreakers, negotiation leverage, and repair-cost ranges. Every guide in this hub is anchored to real inspection data.

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