Dwellpath Guide

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Due Diligence

8 categories

Inspections and testing to understand a property's condition.

Home inspectors

Independent inspection of a home's condition and systems.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Licensed & insured
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

Septic inspectors

Inspection and testing of septic systems.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Licensed & insured
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

Well inspectors

Inspection and water testing for private wells.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Licensed & insured
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

Land surveyors

Boundary, location, and elevation surveys.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Licensed & insured
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

Structural engineers

Engineering assessment of structural conditions.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Licensed & insured
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

Pest inspectors

Termite and wood-destroying-organism inspections.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Licensed & insured
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

Radon testing

Radon measurement and testing services.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

Mold inspectors

Mold assessment and air-quality testing.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Licensed & insured
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

Repairs

9 categories

Trades and contractors for fixing and improving a property.

Roofers

Roof repair, replacement, and inspection.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Licensed & insured
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

Electricians

Electrical repair and installation.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Licensed & insured
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

Plumbers

Plumbing repair and installation.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Licensed & insured
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

HVAC contractors

Heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning service.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Licensed & insured
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

Foundation repair

Foundation and structural repair work.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Licensed & insured
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

General contractors

General construction and remodeling.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Licensed & insured
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

Handyman services

Small repairs and general handyman work.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Licensed & insured
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

Water damage restoration

Water mitigation and restoration.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Licensed & insured
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

Fire and smoke restoration

Fire, smoke, and soot damage restoration.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Licensed & insured
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

Transaction Services

8 categories

Financing, title, legal, insurance, and closing-related services.

Mortgage brokers

Mortgage brokers who shop loans across lenders.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Licensed & insured
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

Local mortgage lenders

Direct mortgage lenders and banks.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Licensed & insured
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

Title companies

Title search, title insurance, and closing services.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Licensed & insured
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

Escrow companies

Escrow and settlement services.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Licensed & insured
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

Real estate attorneys

Attorneys handling real estate matters.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

Home insurance agents

Homeowners insurance agents and brokers.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Licensed & insured
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

Appraisers

Residential real estate appraisers.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Licensed & insured
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

HOA management companies

Homeowners association management companies.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Licensed & insured
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

Moving / Prep

7 categories

Getting a property and its occupants ready to move.

Movers

Residential moving companies.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Licensed & insured
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

Cleaners

Move-in / move-out and deep cleaning services.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Licensed & insured
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

Junk removal

Junk hauling and removal services.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Licensed & insured
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

Locksmiths

Lock rekeying and locksmith services.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Licensed & insured
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

Home stagers

Home staging services for sellers.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

Real estate photographers

Listing photography and media.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

Storage units

Self-storage facilities.

Search prompts

  • General search near location
  • Reviews & reputation
  • Transaction context
  • License lookup / state rules
  • Written estimate / documentation

Verify before hiring

  • Ask whether a license is required for this work in this jurisdiction.
  • Ask for the license number where applicable.
  • Ask for proof of insurance (liability and, where relevant, workers' comp).

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