| Buyer Beware! | | | | - Roof and Attic |
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| You've heard it many times. But I don't want | | | | - Plumbing System |
| this term to apply only to your home | | | | |
| purchase. I want you to have as much | | | | - Electrical System |
| information as possible about the condition | | | | |
| of the home BEFORE...not after you buy it! | | | | - Walls, Floors and Doors |
| Spend a little money now for a good home | | | | |
| inspection...and avoid the possibility of | | | | - Kitchen and Appliances |
| problems after you move in. | | | | |
| | | | Although the inspector will check the |
| The home inspection is strictly for your | | | | appearance and air temperature of the heating |
| benefit...information to help you make an | | | | and air conditioning system, it's advisable |
| informed decision. It should not be confused | | | | to order a separate inspection by a qualified |
| with an appraisal, which is a determination | | | | HVAC service contractor. |
| of value required by your lending | | | | |
| institution. | | | | We recommend that you accompany the |
| | | | inspector. You will be able to ask questions |
| Our office offers a free home inspection (as | | | | and see any problem for yourself. |
| part of a bundle package) because we believe | | | | |
| that we haven't done the best job for you | | | | Always determine if you would like additional |
| without one. It's far too important to | | | | inspections such as mold, radon or water |
| ignore...or just hope for the best! | | | | quality. A pest inspection is required, but |
| | | | is usually the responsibility of the seller. |
| A home inspector once told me to never depend | | | | Again, in my experience I know that most |
| on local government codes inspectors to make | | | | agents and sellers choose the pest inspector |
| sure the house is built right. Especially in | | | | that charges the least amount of money. If |
| new construction, many spec home builders | | | | there is any question, especially in an older |
| will take shortcuts that they know won't be | | | | home...it would be wise to hire your own pest |
| spotted. And never make the mistake of | | | | inspector. |
| thinking that the good 'ole buddy system | | | | |
| isn't alive and well in the construction | | | | Considerations for Choosing an Inspector |
| business! In my own experience, I've seen | | | | |
| codes inspectors favoring the large | | | | - Does he work full time as an inspector? |
| production builders as well as the custom | | | | |
| builders. It's to your advantage to make | | | | - His education and qualifications? |
| sure about your home's construction...by an | | | | |
| independent inspector. | | | | - Does he carry errors and omissions |
| | | | insurance? |
| What to Expect | | | | |
| | | | - Is he willing to provide references? |
| The typical general home inspection should | | | | |
| take at least 2-3 hours to complete, and | | | | - Will he answer all your questions? |
| should include a thorough inspection of the | | | | |
| following: | | | | - Determine exactly what he will or will not |
| | | | inspect. |
| - Foundation and Crawl Space | | | | |
| | | | As always, please contact me with any |
| - Drainage | | | | additional questions! I'm here to help you! |
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