Cost to check out a property

[Darren Nichols]

So I am just wondering what the average cost is for a General Contractor is to come and evaluate a property that I am attempting to get under contract? I am sure it may vary based on the property and time spent. I am mainly wanting to look for someone in Utah for my first few times until I can get the gist of evaluating properties myself. Thanks for the input!!

[Josiah Halverson]

Originally posted by @Darren Nichols:

So I am just wondering what the average cost is for a General Contractor is to come and evaluate a property that I am attempting to get under contract? I am sure it may vary based on the property and time spent. I am mainly wanting to look for someone in Utah for my first few times until I can get the gist of evaluating properties myself. Thanks for the input!!

Darren, my fellow Utahan! I was asking this very question on BP a month ago. Here's what I found. If you are bidding out work and want an estimate from a GC, expect them to do it for free. If you are using a GC to help you develop a home rehab plan - containing details, costs, and schedule - you should pay them for their time and services. $400 is generous. $100 is measly. Keep in mind, many "home inspectors" are former or current GCs so finding one (or a few) that is both gives you double bang for your buck! Hope that helps!