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Why
is knowing the condition of the home so important?
The condition of the home can have a huge financial impact on
the home purchase decision. Home prices have risen
substantially over the years and so has the cost of home repairs.
Today's home buyer must consider not only the cost of buying the
home, but also the cost of owning the home. Nothing can be
more devastating, both emotionally and financially, than to have a
family move into their new home only to face thousands of dollars
in unexpected repair costs.
What
does a home inspector do?
A professional, well-trained inspector can provide you with the
information you need to make an informed purchase decision and a
good investment! A written home inspection report will
detail the home's condition including the heating and cooling
systems, the plumbing and electrical systems, the roof and siding,
as well as the framing and foundation. In addition, many
home inspectors will provide or can arrange for additional
environmental services that may be required or desired.
Once
I have a home inspection, then what do I do?
Armed with this valuable information, you can then factor the
needed repair costs into the home purchase equation. After
the inspection, you can complete the purchase with confidence.
In the end, a professional well-trained home inspector can provide
you with peace of mind that you've made a sound and intelligent
investment decision.
In
my area, home inspectors have to be licensed. Will that
guarantee that I will get a good inspector?
Not necessarily. Unfortunately licensing often gives
consumers a false sense of security. Licensing does not
differentiate between professional inspectors with experience and
those who are less prepared and trained. While licensing is
a good first step in the screening of inspectors, you should still
carefully evaluate the credentials of the inspector that you are
about to hire.
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