You’ve found the perfect home. You’re excited and ready to make a written offer, but how can you be sure there are no hidden defects or unseen items requiring repair or replacement?
The answer is – have the home professionally inspected. In your purchase contract, include a clause or contingency that calls for inspection of the home within a stated time period by a certified home inspector. In our area, there are several reputable whole house inspection companies. Call our office and we would be happy to provide names and numbers.
I’ve been selling real estate in Highland County for 16 years and I personally would not buy a house without having a whole house inspection performed.
Most inspections include structural components, such as roof and floor systems, and foundations. Plumbing, electrical, heating/air conditioning, and appliances are also carefully checked. Upon completion of the inspection, the inspector will provide a written report about 14 pages long listing all defects found in the home. I insist the buyer be present for the inspection so that the buyer has a first-hand understanding of the inspector’s findings.
A home inspection allows the buyer to sit down at the closing and sign those loan papers with confidence knowing exactly what they are getting for their money.
Tags: Home Inspections, Purchasing a Home, Buyers
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