You can be confident of the analysis a well qualified home inspector will provide you of your perspective home. I have a combined 30 years experience in the construction trades and home inspection service. I will identify areas that need to be monitored, repaired or replaced.
Your home inspector gives you the Big Picture analysis of the home you are purchasing. If the inspector identifies a need for costly repair or replacement of any system or component they will recommend the appropriate professional, which may be an experienced professional engineer.