Whenever there is an impending sale of a real estate property, homebuyers must make sure of the house they are going to purchase. One way of doing this is to hire experts to inspect the house that is up for sale.
What is a Home Inspection?
A home inspection is a way for homebuyers to discover any problems and flaws on a property they plan to purchase. A home inspection is also a way for buyers to renegotiate the property’s price, especially if they find any problems with it. Likewise, a home inspection gives house sellers to address their property’s problems to sell it for the right price.
There is no such thing as a flawless home inspection. A thorough home inspection will usually come up with a list of problems that the home seller needs to address. It is important to note that twenty-five percent of property sales get delayed because of problems encountered during a home inspection. However, this does not mean that the sale will not push through. Only two percent of deals do not push through because of home inspections since, most often than not, the sellers will address the problems until the buyer is satisfied with the improvements.
A Home Inspector has a thorough checklist
What Do Home Inspectors Look For?
Home inspectors have a thorough checklist when it comes to determining the quality of the house being sold. Inspectors primarily look for the home’s safety by finding aspects of the property that is unsafe, not functioning properly, deficient, and near the end of service life. Home inspectors do not look for the aesthetics of the home; instead, they find major issues in the home that can affect the home’s functionality and safety.
Water Damages. One of the major issues to look for is water damages. Water damages mean that mold and mildew are in your home. Likewise, water damages to the home’s foundation may affect its structural integrity.
Structural Integrity. Inspectors will also determine if the house is structurally solid and stay standing for a long time. They look for wear and tear and damages to the foundations and load-bearing walls.
Damages to the Roof. Inspectors also look for damages to the roof, such as missing shingles or leaks.
Problem with Electrical System. Poor electrical wiring is the 4th leading cause of home fires. A home inspector determines if the home’s electrical system is up to code and pests did not chew up the wires.
Plumbing Problems. Inspectors also look for plumbing problems such as leaks and low water pressure.
Problem with HVAC System. An HVAC system will usually last for 15 to 25 years. Inspectors will determine whether the HVAC system is nearing the end of its service life or not. Likewise, home inspectors will also determine whether the HVAC system is regularly serviced and cleaned by the house seller.
If you are a home buyer, a home inspection is your final opportunity to uncover any home defects and get the seller to address these defects before you finalize the sale.
