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Tips for Hiring a Home Inspector

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Congratulations on your offer being accepted! In many cases, you may have a provision in your sales contract for a satisfactory home inspection. You’re one step closer to owning your dream home. Now is the time to choose a home inspector to take a closer look at the property.

Inspectors are thorough and in some states are required to be licensed. They have extensive training and follow strict rules to inspect the home’s structure, electrical systems, AC and heating, plumbing, appliances, and many other aspects.

Inspectors find things you might not be familiar with or have overlooked. Even in brand-new construction, inspectors will find issues. This way, you know about the problems and can determine how to deal with them.

Inspections help you make decisions. If the inspection uncovers big surprises, you may want to ask the seller to make repairs or lower the sales price. You may also decide to walk away from the transaction.

It’s better to know about problems before you close the sale on a home. No one likes it when an inspector finds deficiencies, but it’s better to know about them upfront than to find out later. An inspection can help you avoid surprises down the road and make an informed decision about your purchase.

Your agent can recommend a qualified inspector and answer questions you may have about the process and what to expect. Another alternative is to ask friends who have purchased a home recently about the inspector they used and any suggestions they might have.

Some additional tips for hiring a home inspector:

  • Make sure the inspector is licensed, if required, and insured. Ask if they belong to any professional organizations.
  • Ask the inspector about their experience and what they will be inspecting, as well as the type of report you will be receiving from them and whether it includes pictures of items in question.
  • Ask if you can be present for the inspection so you can ask questions and watch the process to better understand.

By following these tips, you can hire a qualified home inspector who will help you make a wise decision about your purchase and protect you from unforeseen surprises.

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