When buying a home, you should always have a professional home inspection performed. You need to know exactly what you are getting. The professional home inspection will reveal problems with the home so that they may be addressed before you close the deal, making your buying decision much easier and more confident.
When we inspect the home we will look at the systems and components that make up the building such as:
- Foundation & framing (floor, wall & ceiling structure)
- Exterior, walls, siding, etc...
- Porches and decks
- Roofing
- Attic
- Electrical system
- Plumbing system
- Interior
- Appliances
- Doors and windows
- Heating and air conditioning systems
- Fireplaces
The inspection report will tell you what needs to be repaired and what routine maintenance tasks you should perform to keep the house in top condition.
More than just an inspection, we will also provide you with an excellent education about your prospective home. You will learn countless maintenance tips (I even give you a CD Rom with maintenance tips broken down by season!), be shown where all the major systems and their components are, and learn the basics of how the home was built.
You should require an inspection at the time you make a formal offer. Make sure the contract has an inspection contingency. Then, arrange for an inspector of your choosing to come inspect the house and pay close attention to the inspection report. If you arent comfortable with what we find, you should request that the seller correct the problems before closing or negotiate for a lower purchase price or better terms to compensate.
The professional home inspection will reduce the risk of costly surprises with what is likely to be the largest purchase you will ever make. It helps you to make a more informed, more comfortable decision.
