What does the Home Inspection Process look like?

Here’s what you can expect during a home inspection. During this process, the inspector will look for issues that the home may have, whether it be minor or major. It is important to choose an inspector with a lot of experience, not only just as an inspector, but in the construction field as well. It’s vital to learn of any existing issues… as well as any potential issues that may be costly in the future. In general, a home inspection will take about two hours.

An experienced inspector will check out all aspects of the home including…

• Heating and air
• Electrical
• Appliances
• Plumbing
• Landscaping
• Structural and roofing

An inspection report is generated and presented to the buyer for review. This gives the buyer the opportunity to know exactly what shape the home is in… and to determine whether to move forward with the purchase of a home.

Home Inspection Process Part 2

After the inspection is complete, the inspector will provide a list of all the items that may not be operating properly. That can also include items that do not meet building code requirements. At this time you and your professional agent will discuss the items and generate a document called a “Request for repairs”. In essence, the request for repairs document is a negotiation tool to use when asking the seller to make repairs to the home prior to the completion of the sale. It is vital to have a professional agent with excellent negational skills, to obtain the repairs requested. It is also important to note, the more mature a home is, the more character it will have. In general, it is best to refrain from asking for minor items and focus on items that are safety related or potentially expensive. Our professional agents make the is process simple and smooth, allowing you to focus on the enjoyment of buying your new home.   

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