Brevard County Home Inspector

Owner & Lead Inspector Michael Hester

Serving Brevard & Indian River County • (321) 259‑2868

4‑Point Inspections Brevard County, Florida

Fast 4-Point Inspections in Brevard County For Homeowners

Accepted by all major carriers including Citizens and State Farm. Get your report in 24 hours.

A home is a major investment and deserves the utmost care in order to protect it. One way to ensure that your home is well-maintained is through regular 4-point inspections. When performed by licensed, certified professionals, these inspections can help identify problems before they become serious and may even save you money in the long run. In addition, a 4 point inspection in Melbourne, Florida and throughout the Space Coast may be required when changing home insurance carriers.

If your home was built before 2005 or you’re switching insurance carriers in Florida, a 4‑Point Inspection is often required to secure coverage. We provide fast, insurance‑approved 4‑Point Inspections in Melbourne, Palm Bay, Viera, Cocoa, Rockledge, Titusville, and the entire Space Coast. Our reports meet the standards required by Citizens, State Farm, Progressive, Tower Hill, and all major Florida insurers.

Citizens 4 Point Inspection Brevard County

What an Insurance 4-Point Inspection Covers

A 4-Point Inspection is a specialized report requested by insurance companies. It focuses on the four primary systems that carry the most risk for older Florida homes.

  • Roofing: We document the age, material, and remaining useful life. We also check for signs of active leaks or significant damage that could impact your coverage.

  • Electrical System: We verify the panel brand and safety. We specifically look for hazardous components like Zinsco or Federal Pacific Electric (FPE) panels and check for any unsafe wiring.

  • Plumbing: We identify pipe materials (such as leak-prone Polybutylene) and verify the condition and age of your water heater to ensure there are no active leaks.

  • HVAC (Heating & Cooling): We confirm your AC and heating systems are functional, safe, and in good working condition.

Why You Need This Now

If your home is 20–30 years old, or if you are switching to a new insurance carrier, a 4-Point Inspection is almost always mandatory. Carriers use this report to ensure the home’s major systems are safe and well-maintained before issuing a policy.

  • Buying an Older Home: Essential for your mortgage and insurance binder.

  • Policy Renewal: Your current carrier may request an update to keep your coverage active.

  • Switching Carriers: The first thing a new agent will ask for to give you a quote.

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Why Insurance Companies Require a 4‑Point Inspection

Insurance carriers use 4‑Point Inspections to evaluate the risk of older homes and ensure the major systems are safe and functional. This inspection is commonly required for homes over 20–30 years old and is essential for securing or renewing coverage. Your report is delivered on the standardized insurance‑approved form accepted statewide.

Required for Insurance

Most insurers require a 4‑Point Inspection before issuing or renewing a policy.

Identifies Safety Issues

Documents hazards such as outdated wiring, leaks, or aging systems.

Insurance‑Ready Report

Delivered quickly and formatted for immediate submission to your carrier.

What You’ll Receive After the Inspection

Your completed 4‑Point Inspection includes:

  • A full insurance‑approved 4‑Point report
  • Photos of all four major systems
  • Documentation of system ages and conditions
  • Identification of hazards or outdated components
  • Notes your insurance agent can use to process your policy

Save Time & Money: Bundle Your Inspections

Most insurance agents in Brevard County will also require a Wind Mitigation Inspection to help you qualify for policy discounts. We offer discounted bundle pricing when you schedule your 4-Point and Wind Mitigation together.

40 Years of Construction Experience on the Space Coast

Homes in Brevard County face unique challenges, from coastal salt air corroding HVAC units to older electrical systems found in historic Melbourne neighborhoods. With over 40 years of construction experience and 8 years as a certified inspector, I know exactly what Florida underwriters look for. I provide the accurate, thorough documentation you need to secure or renew your policy without the stress.

Serving Brevard & Indian River County

We provide 4‑Point Inspections throughout:

Brevard County

    • Melbourne

    • Palm Bay

    • Titusville

    • Cocoa

    • Cocoa Beach

    • Rockledge

    • Satellite Beach

    • Merritt Island

    • Indialantic

    • Indian Harbour Beach

    • Melbourne Beach

    • West Melbourne

    • Cape Canaveral

Indian River County

    • Vero Beach

    • Sebastian

    • Fellsmere

    • Gifford

    • Winter Beach

    • Wabasso

    • Roseland

    • Indian River Shores

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Your Local 4‑Point Inspection Specialist

With 40+ years of building experience in Brevard County and 8 years inspecting Florida homes, I understand how our local construction ages and how insurance carriers evaluate risk. Every 4‑Point Inspection is performed to Florida insurance standards and focuses on the four systems that matter most—roof, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC. You receive clear, detailed documentation that shows the condition, age, and safety of each system so carriers can accurately underwrite your policy.

A 4‑Point Inspection is one of the most important steps for securing or renewing homeowners insurance in Florida. Older homes, coastal weather, and system wear all play a major role in whether a property meets carrier requirements. My inspections are thorough, accurate, and fully insurance‑ready, giving you the documentation carriers expect and the confidence homeowners rely on when navigating Florida’s insurance market.

Homes in Brevard County face unique conditions — coastal weather, aging electrical systems, older plumbing materials, and roof wear from storms. With over 40 years of construction experience and 8 years inspecting Florida homes, we understand how these factors impact insurance eligibility. Our inspections are tailored to the specific requirements of Florida carriers and the realities of Space Coast homes.

Official 4‑Point Inspection Resources for Florida Homeowners

Need a 4‑Point for Insurance? We Can Help.

Whether you’re renewing your policy or switching carriers, a 4‑Point Inspection ensures your home meets insurance requirements. Fast scheduling, fast reporting, and insurance‑ready documentation.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does a 4‑Point Inspection take?

Most 4‑Point Inspections take 30–45 minutes depending on home size and access to the major systems.

Insurers use this inspection to verify that the roof, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems are safe, functional, and not at high risk of failure.

Most homes under 20 years old do not require a 4‑Point, but some carriers may request one depending on system ages or previous claims.

Yes. Most homeowners combine both inspections to save time and money. We offer a discounted rate when both are performed during the same visit.

You’ll receive the full report and photos, and you can send them directly to your agent. If needed, we can also send the report on your behalf.

Older systems don’t automatically fail the inspection. The report simply documents their condition so your insurer can determine eligibility.