Buyer Beware! You’ve heard it many times. But we don’t want this term to apply to your home purchase. We want to have as much information as possible about the condition of the home BEFORE…..not after you buy it! And we can avoid most of the uncertainty with a good home inspector......with a good home inspection checklist.
Remember that a home inspection is not to be confused with an appraisal. The appraisal is for your lender's benefit...to establish the value. The home inspection is for your benefit....to establish the true condition of the home.
The home inspection is strictly for your benefit……information to help you make an informed decision. It should not be confused with an appraisal, which is a determination of value required by your lending institution.
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The typical general home inspection should take at least 3 hours to complete, and should include a thorough inspection with the following home inspection checklist:
Although the inspector will check the appearance & air temperature of the heating/air conditioning system, it’s advisable to order a separate inspection by a qualified HVAC service contractor.
We recommend that you accompany the inspector. You will be able to ask questions and see any problem for yourself.
Always determine if you would like additional inspections such as mold, radon gas, or water quality. A pest inspection is required, but is usually the responsibility of the seller.
