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Is it Necessary to have a Home Inspection Done?
We get this question a lot, especially when the house is new or only a few years old. The answer is absolutely yes, and for the same reason that one would have a periodic checkup with their family doctor. Don't be your own expert. Get an objective report of the home's condition before you invest in one of the biggest purchases you will ever make. We are trained to do our job, avoid hazards and damage to the home. We enter and look at places and perform tests you don't. How much time does an inspection take? Every inspection is different as each house is different. However you can budget 21/2 to 3 hours for a typical 2500 sq. ft. home. How much does it cost? When people call me, the first question I am asked is the price. While we realize that it is important to you, please be aware that you get what you pay for. Do not compare home inspectors on price alone. If someone quotes you a low price, then they are not placing much value on the service they are providing to you, and will reflect in the quality of the inspection, and can even cost you more in the end. Don't assume every home inspector is the same. Our prices are competitive in the industry, and reflect the experienced and professional service provided you. Suffice it to say that our clients are never disappointed at the end of the inspection. From our feedback, I am confident in knowing that we provide the most thorough and comprehensive inspection package (printed report, download report, digital photographs, monthly 'Home Tips', electronic home care book). Do I have to attend the home inspection? Yes, it is to your benefit to attend. The inspection is designed to both inspect and educate the buyer or seller about the condition of the property. You or at least a representative (e.g. family member) should be present as you will benefit a great deal more by actually seeing and understanding the conditions for yourself than just reading a report. This is also an opportunity to take more detailed notes and measurements. How do you help me to determine the condition of the home? During the inspection, our inspector will give you a verbal survey of the conditions, both good and bad. Our inspector will document the conditions encountered on a tablet computer and take photographs as he proceeds. At the end of the inspection, our inspector will print you a copy of the report, he will sit down with you, and explain the whole report. This will help you in making an informed decision on your potential purchase or sale. What support do you provide after the home inspection? After the inspection, our inspector will email you a link to view and save or print the photographs from the inspection. You will also have access to your inspection report at any time from our servers. You will receive a monthly 'Home Tips' newsletter suggesting various maintenance tasks for you that month. You have free telephone support for the inspection for one year after your purchase. We are always here should you have any questions in the future about your house. We can also provide independent advice when dealing with contractors. |
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