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Plain-English answers on the BINSR, Arizona's inspection timelines, and who pays for repairs — written for East Valley and Scottsdale agents and sellers.

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The BINSR is where Arizona deals are won or lost. These guides break down the form, the deadlines, and the negotiation reality so agents, sellers, and buyers know exactly what to expect — and how a complete repair quote keeps a deal on track.

Latest guides

Drywall & Paint Repair Cost in Arizona (2026 Guide)

What patching and painting really cost in the Phoenix metro, and why the trade every other BINSR company treats as an afterthought is baked into every quote we send.

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Repair Credit vs. Repairs: Which Is Better for Arizona Sellers?

A negotiation guide for agents on when a cash credit protects the seller, when a real repair wins instead, and why the quote number decides it either way.

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Termite Findings on an Arizona Inspection: Repairs, Treatment & the BINSR

What a WDIIR flags, the difference between treatment and repair, and how to answer a termite item on your BINSR without overpaying.

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A Realtor's Guide to the BINSR Period: How to Keep the Deal Alive

How Arizona agents run the 10/5/5 BINSR clock, where deals actually break down, and how a fast, complete repair quote keeps the deal on track.

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Electrical Panel & GFCI Repairs After an Arizona Inspection (2026 Cost Guide)

What panel work and outlet corrections really cost in the Phoenix metro — which electrical findings are $60 fixes, which are $3,000, and how to price them before you answer the BINSR.

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Pay-at-Close BINSR Repairs: How Sellers Fix Items With $0 Up Front

How Arizona sellers cover inspection repairs from the sale proceeds instead of paying up front — on select jobs, with escrow approval, and without a convenience tax on the price.

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What to Fix Before Selling a House in Arizona (2026 Pre-Listing Checklist)

The repairs that actually move the needle before you list — and the ones you can skip. Handle the real items up front, keep the rest for the BINSR, and don't overpay for either.

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Monsoon Water Damage & Your Home Inspection: What AZ Sellers Should Know

What summer storms leave behind on a roof, ceiling, and stucco — what inspectors flag, what it means for your BINSR, and how to fix it without overpaying.

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Do You Need a Licensed Contractor for BINSR Repairs? (A.R.S. §32-1121)

The Arizona $1,000 rule in plain English — when a license is required, and why the cheap unlicensed quote can cost you the deal.

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How to Choose a BINSR Repair Company in Arizona (2026)

The 8 things that actually matter when comparing BINSR repair companies — and a checklist to spot the gaps.

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Roof Repair Cost in Phoenix (2026): Tile, Foam & Shingle

What roof work really costs here, and how to handle a roof item on your BINSR without getting talked into a re-roof you don't need.

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HVAC Repair Cost in Phoenix (2026): What Sellers Pay to Pass Inspection

2026 AC repair costs, and how to handle an HVAC item on your BINSR without buying a whole new system.

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What Fixes Are Mandatory After a Home Inspection in Arizona?

No Arizona law forces repairs, but lenders and safety make some non-negotiable. The mandatory-vs-optional breakdown that saves sellers money.

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12 Most Common Home Inspection Repairs in Phoenix-Area Homes (2026)

The repairs that show up most on Phoenix inspections, what they really cost in 2026, and where sellers get overcharged. Paint and drywall included.

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Seller's BINSR Response Options: Repair All, Some, or None

The three ways a seller can respond, the cash-credit option, and how to answer smart without over-promising or losing the deal.

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What Is a BINSR? Arizona's Buyer's Inspection Notice Explained

A clear breakdown of the AAR BINSR form and the 10-day inspection, 5-day seller response, and 5-day buyer decision timeline.

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How Many Days Does a Seller Have to Respond to a BINSR in Arizona?

The 5-day seller response window explained — repair all, some, or none, what happens next, and why fast quotes matter.

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Who Pays for Repairs After a Home Inspection in Arizona?

The negotiation reality — seller vs. buyer, repairs vs. credits, and how pay-at-close repairs keep escrow moving.

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