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Home | Home Buyers | Home Sellers | Useful Articles | Calculator | Property Search O Why use a Realtor®? O Advice for First-Time Buyers O What is a CMA? O Evaluating a Real Estate Agent O Home Inspections O Home Appraisals Home InspectionsHome Inspections Avert Future Headaches Suppose you bought a house and later
discovered, to your dismay, that the stucco exterior concealed a nasty case of
dry rot. Or suppose that when you fired up the furnace in the winter, you
discovered a cracked heat exchanger leaking gas into your home. The best way to
avoid unpleasant surprises like these is to arrange for a home inspection before
you buy. Home Inspections Help You Avoid Unpleasant Surprises A good home inspection is an objective,
top-to-bottom examination of a home and everything that comes with it. The
standard inspection report includes a review of the home's heating and
air-conditioning systems; plumbing and wiring; roof, attic, walls, ceilings,
floors, windows, doors, foundation and basement. Getting a professional inspection is crucial
for older homes because age often takes its toll on the roof and other
hard-to-reach areas. Problems can also be the result of neglect or hazardous
repair work, such as a past owner's failed attempt to install lights and an
outlet in a linen closet. A home inspection is also a wise investment
when buying a new home. In fact, new homes frequently have defects, whether
caused by an oversight during construction or simply human error. Getting an Inspector As your agent, I can recommend and provide an
experienced home inspector. Home inspections cost about a few hundred
dollars, depending on the size of the house and location. Inspection fees tend
to be higher in urban areas than in rural areas. You may find the cost of
inspection high, but it is money well spent. Think of it as an investment in
your investment – your future home. When purchasing a home, it’s best to have an
objective professional appraisal - insist on a third-party inspector. An Inspection Will Educate You about Your House Education is another good reason for getting an
inspection. Most buyers want to learn as much as they can about their purchase
so they can protect their investment. An examination by an impartial home
inspector helps in this learning process. You may want to follow the home inspector on
his rounds. Most inspectors are glad to share their knowledge, and you'll be
able to ask plenty of questions. Inspection Timing and Results Homebuyers usually arrange for an inspection
after signing a contract or purchase agreement with the seller. The results may
be available immediately or within a few days. The home inspector will review
his or her findings with you and alert you to any costly or potentially
hazardous conditions. In some cases, you may be advised not to buy the home
unless such problems are remedied. A contingency clause in your agreement is necessary that makes your purchase contingent upon satisfactory inspection results. If major problems are found, you can render the deal null. If costly repairs are warranted, the seller may be willing to adjust the home's price or the contract's terms. But when only minor repairs are needed, the buyer and seller can usually work out a mutual agreement. |
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