Defect Cost Report
A detailed repair estimate that outlines the likely costs to address the deficiencies listed in your home inspection report.
Defect Cost Reports
$65
Optional with your Noble inspection or from ANY inspection report
Delivered within 24 hours of your completed inspection
What Is a Defect Cost Report?
A detailed repair estimate that outlines the likely costs to address the deficiencies listed in your home inspection report. It empowers buyers, sellers, and agents with clear, actionable cost data.
Why It Matters
Negotiation Power
Use accurate repair estimates to justify repair requests or price adjustments during the home-buying process.
Peace of Mind
Understand the potential financial impact of each issue — no more guessing or relying on vague ballpark figures.
Quick Turnaround
Delivered fast — typically within one business day of your inspection.
Credible Estimates
Based on current market labor and material costs, localized when possible.
What's Included
- Cost breakdowns for each deficiency noted in your inspection report
- Pro Tips and Risk are defined and noted to help determine the priority of repairs
- Summary of total anticipated repair costs
- Organized format that's easy to share with your agent or contractor
Other Support Documents
Submitting a report not prepared by Noble?
Use our contact form below to submit your inspection report for a Defect Cost Report.
What's Inside a Noble Defect Cost Report
The Noble Defect Cost Report is a supplementary document delivered alongside your inspection report. It takes every defect identified during the inspection and assigns an estimated repair cost based on local contractor rates, materials, and labor. The result is a dollar-value summary of deferred maintenance and needed repairs.
Cost estimates are sourced from RSMeans data and regional contractor pricing databases. They are updated quarterly to reflect current market conditions. The report clearly distinguishes between immediate safety hazards, major structural repairs, and routine maintenance items.
How Buyers Use the Report
- Negotiation: Use the total repair cost as a basis for a price reduction or seller concession request.
- Budgeting: Plan your first-year renovation and repair budget before closing.
- Contractor quoting: Share the report with contractors to get competitive bids on specific line items.
- Walk-away decisions: If repair costs exceed acceptable thresholds, exit the contract before your inspection period expires.
The Defect Cost Report is available as an add-on to any Noble home inspection. It is delivered with your inspection report the same day.
Markets We Serve
Noble Property Inspections provides defect cost reporting across 14 markets in 6 states. Click your city to learn more.
