FAQ
Cost and timing are among the most common questions from lenders and borrowers. This page covers typical pricing ranges, who pays the fee, inspection frequency, how many draws are common, and the factors that affect report turnaround.
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Pricing varies by project type, location, travel distance, complexity and reporting requirements. Residential inspections often cost a few hundred dollars, while complex commercial or remote inspections may cost considerably more. Lenders and borrowers should confirm pricing before ordering.
Talk to RAZE about inspection pricingThe borrower commonly pays the inspection fee as a construction loan expense, although the lender usually orders the service. The loan agreement and lender fee schedule determine who is ultimately responsible.
Talk to RAZE about inspection pricingUsually, yes. Inspection services are commonly priced per site visit or per completed report. Some providers offer contracted pricing, bundled services or consolidated monthly billing for lenders with larger portfolios.
Talk to RAZE about inspection pricingMany lenders order an inspection for each draw request. Others also require recurring inspections every 30–45 days, milestone inspections or additional visits for higher-risk projects. Frequency depends on lender policy and the loan agreement.
See how RAZE manages inspection frequencyResidential construction loans commonly use several milestone-based draws, while larger projects may use monthly or more detailed schedules. The exact number depends on the project budget, construction stages, loan structure and lender requirements.
See how RAZE manages inspection frequencyTurnaround is affected by inspector availability, travel distance, site access, weather, project complexity, reporting requirements and quality review. Centralized ordering, automated notifications and nationwide inspector coverage can reduce avoidable delays.
See how RAZE improves turnaround visibilityYes. Lenders can define expected scheduling, inspection and report-delivery times. A standardized platform can track performance against those service levels and surface overdue or exception-based assignments.
See how RAZE tracks service levelsRAZE helps lenders manage inspection costs and service levels across a nationwide network.
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