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is a home inspection? |
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home inspection is a visual and mechanical examination
of the physical structure and major systems and appliances
of a resale or new home. This gives an objective third
party understanding of the conditions of the homes systems
and appliances and protects against selling, buying, or
investing in a home with defective systems or appliances.
The
inspection should include the roof system, plumbing system,
electrical system, air conditioning system, heating system,
structural system, foundation, and all appliances. The inspection
should be a tested inspection. A tested inspection includes
running all appliances through a full cycle. The air conditioning
system should be tested for pressure, temperature, and amperages.
Furnace should be tested for cracks in the heat exchanger.
The entire electrical system should be tested and all breakers
checked for double lugging and the system for obvious code
violations. Plumbing tested for stoppages and leaks, water
heater tested with a "bucket" test. If there is
a septic system it should be inspected by a licensed septic
company that can give you a "Septic Certification".
After the inspection is complete it all should be entered
into a report as inventoried and reported on.
Who
benefits from a Home Inspection?
Seller
- In our increasingly litigious society it is very wise
to know about any defects that you're home may have prior
to sale. The inspection helps you set realistic expectations
as to the property value. Court decisions and legislation
requires full disclosure of any defects to the buyer. A
home inspection report exceeds the legal requirements for
seller disclosure. The inspection reveals a larger body
of information and can effectively limit future liabilities.
A pre-sale inspection promotes to the buyer an environment
of trust in which to negotiate the terms of a sale. When
faulty conditions are discovered by the buyer, either from
a pre-sale inspection or after they have moved in, a buyer
may demand repairs at the seller's expense. This could lead
to spoiling the deal or litigation. A home inspection coupled
with a Home Warranty will protect from many possible liabilities.
Pre-existing conditions are not covered by any home warranty
and must be repaired or disclosed prior to placing the warranty.
Buyer
– A home inspection is important in any real estate
transaction. A professional inspection will find the exact
condition of the home you are about invest in. A quality
home inspection included with a Home Warranty will give
great peace of mind in your purchase. Pre-existing conditions
are not covered by any home warranty and must be repaired
or disclosed prior to placing the warranty.
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Christine - Roselle, IL
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Richard
- Toas, NM
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