Brevard County Home Inspector

Owner & Lead Inspector Michael Hester

Proudly Serving Melbourne, Palm Bay, Titusville, Cocoa Beach, Melbourne Beach Vero Beach and Surrounding Communities

Melbourne 4-point

Melbourne, FL 4‑Point Inspections Trusted, Insurance‑Ready Reports for Older Homes

Fast, accurate 4‑Point inspections for Melbourne homeowners, buyers, and insurance renewals.

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, qualified 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.

What Is a 4‑Point Inspection?

A 4‑Point Inspection is a focused evaluation of the four major systems insurance companies care about most. In Melbourne — where many homes were built before 2002 — insurers often require this inspection before issuing or renewing a policy.

We inspect:

  • Roof – age, condition, leaks, materials

  • Electrical System – panels, wiring type, hazards

  • Plumbing System – supply lines, drain lines, water heater

  • HVAC System – cooling, heating, age, functionality

This inspection helps insurance carriers determine the risk level of your home.

 

Why Melbourne Homes Need 4‑Point Inspections

Melbourne has a large number of homes built in the 1960s–1990s. Insurance companies want to confirm these older systems are safe, updated, and properly maintained.

A 4‑Point Inspection is required when:

  • You’re renewing your homeowner’s insurance

  • You’re switching insurance carriers

  • You’re buying an older home

  • Citizens Insurance requests documentation

  • Your insurer flags outdated systems

Our reports meet all Florida and Citizens Insurance requirements.

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Documents hazards such as outdated wiring, leaks, or aging systems.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

Every Melbourne 4‑Point Inspection includes:

  • Same or next day digital report

  • Insurance‑approved forms

  • High‑resolution photos

  • Clear documentation of system ages

  • Notes on deficiencies insurers care about

  • Fast turnaround for underwriting

 

Serving Brevard & Indian River County

Melbourne Service Area

      • Melbourne
      • West Melbourne
      • Suntree
      • Viera
      • Palm Shores
      • Eau Gallie
      • Melbourne Village
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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.

Helpful 4‑Point Inspection Resources

Ready to schedule your Melbourne 4‑Point Inspection?

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.