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What inspections do I need for a Keys home?

Steve Conley | August 24, 2026

Short Answer

Standard inspections for a Keys home include general home inspection, wind mitigation inspection, four-point inspection, termite inspection, and flood elevation verification. Waterfront properties also need seawall, dock, and marine surveys.

Standard inspections for a Keys home include general home inspection, wind mitigation inspection, four-point inspection, termite inspection, and flood elevation verification. Waterfront properties also need seawall, dock, and marine surveys.

If you have a specific situation or property in mind, I encourage you to reach out directly. Every real estate transaction in the Florida Keys has unique factors, and a conversation is the best way to get the precise guidance you need. My team and I are here to help you navigate the process with confidence.

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Steve Conley

Steve's Advice

Steve Conley

Principal, Conley Sales Group at COMPASS

You need a standard home inspection, plus marine inspections for any waterfront property -- seawall, dock pilings, and water depth. I also recommend wind mitigation and 4-point inspections for insurance purposes. In the Keys, skipping any of these is a risk you should not take.

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