On July 18, 2006, the Government announced the postponement of compulsory Household Riff Reports, which had been due to become part of the Family Clue Packs on 1 June 2007, leaving the destined for the inspectors somewhat uncertain . It is expected, however, that they will be condign to carry out the Energy Performance Certificatation, which remains a mandatory component of the packs.

Along with a representative of the builder (generally the construction supervisor or foreman), the buyers may be accompanied by a home inspector of their choice. Any noted defects are added to a punch catalogue for Home Inspections completion prior to closing