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Pre-Purchase Inspection
When buying a home, you should always
have a professional home inspection performed. You need to know exactly
what you are getting. The professional home inspection will reveal any
hidden problems with the home so that they may be addressed before you
close the deal, making your buying decision much easier and more
confident. When we inspect the
home we will look at the systems that make up the building such as:
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Structural elements,
foundation, framing ect.
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Plumbing systems
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Roofing
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Electrical systems
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Cosmetic condition, paint,
siding etc...
The inspection report will tell you
what needs to be repaired and what routine maintenance tasks you should
perform to keep the house in top condition.
You should require an inspection at
the time you make a formal offer. Make sure the contract has an
inspection contingency. Then, arrange for an inspector of your choosing
to come inspect the house and pay close attention to the inspection
report. If you are not comfortable with what we find, you should demand
that the seller correct the problems before closing or negotiate for a
lower purchase price or better terms to compensate.
The professional home inspection will
reduce the risk of costly surprises with what is likely to be the
largest purchase you will ever make. It helps you to make a more
informed, more comfortable decision.
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