A home inspector’s main responsibility is to evaluate and report on the condition of a home as it was on the day of the inspection. The inspector is a generalist, not a specialist, and the report is based on observations made during the inspection. It’s important for homeowners to understand that homes naturally wear out over time. Parts of the home may break, leak, or stop working, and a home inspection does not predict these future events. Inspections also do not include warranties or guarantees that no issues will arise after the inspection. The inspection focuses on identifying material defects that are visible at the time of the inspection. While thorough, the process may not reveal every issue that exists or could develop in the future. Ultimately, ongoing maintenance and repairs are the homeowner’s responsibility.