Absolutely, not only can buyers attend the building inspection, we strongly recommend it. Being present allows you to follow along with the inspector, ask questions, and see any issues firsthand rather than just reading about them in the report. You’ll gain valuable insight into the home’s overall condition and potential problem areas that may need repairs or renegotiation. Some buyers choose to be there for just the exterior portion to observe things like the roof, siding, and drainage conditions. Others prefer to be there the entire 2-4 hour inspection process from start to finish. An in-person visual experience is far more impactful than relying solely on the paper report. Just be sure to follow the building inspector’s lead.