Payment for home inspections is almost always due at the end of the inspection.
Your inspector should accept personal checks, cash, money orders, cashier’s checks, and credit cards.
If you are unable to attend the inspection, you will likely be expected to pay through credit card or e-check, mail the check at the time of scheduling, or have your representative or agent provide payment at the time of the inspection.
Also, a paid invoice should be included with your home inspection report, and the report will probably NOT be released until payment is made unless arrangements have been made in advance.