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When the inspector does not do what they were hired to do.
When home inspectors are discussing defects, “just plain wrong” might be accurate, and even enough of an explanation.  However, it is best practice for home inspectors to convey in writing what the defect is, what will or can happen if nothing is done about the defect, and then provide some guidance as to who should make repairs---including how urgent those repairs.  I personally like to give some guidance as to how “difficult” those repairs might be, which typically translates to how costly they might be.
Most consumers have ZERO clue as to whether those normal shrinkage cracks on the garage floor is a sign of impending implosion of the garage, or just normal shrinkage cracks of ZERO consequence.
I see so many inspection reports that do not address defects adequately for any of the parties involved in the transaction.  While they might state the issue, it is often quite impossible to get any sense of what the defect means—as that information is left to the party called to make further evaluation.  This makes the call for “further evaluation” both too common and typically unnecessary. 
This is the inspector not doing what they were hired to do.
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