Prepare to be away for a minimum of three to four hours
Buyers are encouraged to be present during the home inspection but buyers feel uncomfortable asking questions if the owner is present. So schedule a time for the inspection when you can be away for a few hours and take the children with you. If you have pets, remove them as well. If you cannot remove them, make sure that they are crated or penned away from the house. Doing these simple things will make a big difference in how smoothly the home inspection will go for the home inspector, the buyer, and YOU!