When walking into a home we can only see surface problems internal problems are not detectable right away. For this reason it is important to find a home inspector to make sure the home you are purchasing does not and will not have problems that will cost the buyer extensive amount of time and money.
What should be on your inspectors check list?
- interior (non-cosmetic)
- foundation/ basement
- framing / structure
- roof / attic
- chimney
- kitchen / appliances / laundry bathrooms
- plumbing system
- electrical system
- heating system
- air conditioning system
- garage
- water testing
- radon testing
- lead testing
- asbestos testing
- formaldehyde testing
- carbon monoxide testing
- septic inspection
Make sure your home inspector is highly qualified and experienced. If you would like, you can accompany the inspector, they should not have a problem with this. After the inspection the inspector should provide, in detail, a full description and analysis of what they found.
The inspector will explain what he found and how it might have happened. The inspector will not provide their opinion whether or not the home should be purchased, recommend contractors or give estimated repair costs.
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