BUYERS: Buying a home is one of the most important purchases one will ever make, and it is
always a good idea to have the proper inspections done prior to doing so. Inspections are a
relatively inexpensive way to discover the universal condition of a home. It is important to
conduct these inspections to avoid a costly mistake by purchasing a property in need of major
repairs, or to simply have a strong indication of how much renovation or repair may be
involved. A good home inspection will assist a buyer in understanding exactly what they are
about to acquire. A home may look move-in ready, but an inspector will cover features of the
house such as electrical wiring, plumbing, roofing, insulation, as well as structural features of
the home, and may unveil issues that are not noticeable to the buyer’s eye. Sometimes a buyer
may be well aware that a home is in need of some improvements but has a lot of potential, and
a home inspection can give them a realistic idea of what to expect. As a buyer, you are making
a vast investment, and it is important to understand exactly what you are purchasing.

SELLERS: A home inspection will definitely give the buyer peace of mind and put the buyer’s
mind at ease that the home is in good shape. If you are a first-time home buyer, an inspection
can give you a crash course in home maintenance and a checklist of items that need attention
to make your home as safe and sound as possible. It can also become a negotiation tool in
closing, and could inform the buyer of potential future maintenance and upkeep. Likewise, a
seller of a home can also benefit from requesting a home inspection before the home is put on
the market. This may assist the seller in setting a price, correcting any issues with the home
before it is put on the market, or merely having a pre-inspection report available for potential
buyers informing them that the seller has nothing to hide. 

 

Any of the above home inspections may cost you a little bit of time and money,

but in the longrun, you’ll be glad you did it!