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What is a Home Inspection
The home buying process can be confusing and stressful. Not only do you need to consider things such as price and location, you also have to worry about whether the house itself has any problems that could become costly surprises down the road.
A home inspection is an unbiased, professional assessment of the condition of the home. It provides you an expert opinion and professional report on the condition of the physical structure and various systems within a house thus giving you peace of mind on what is likely the largest purchase youll ever make.
In order to prepare the report, an inspector must conduct a visual inspection of the house. The inspection process typically takes about 3 hours to complete. This of course may vary, according to the size and condition of the home. You are strongly encouraged you to accompany the inspector during the inspection. This will give you a chance to ask questions and become familiar with the systems of the home.
Items that will typically be included in an inspection are:
- Framing (structure)
- Roof and attic
- Foundation
- Walls
- Electrical system
- Plumbing system
- Heating and air conditioning systems
- Kitchen
- Bathrooms
Additional items and systems unique to a particular home can also be inspected.
When the inspection is complete, you will be informed of any problems that were discovered. You should also be told about any routine maintenance that should be performed, and given a full written report of the inspection.
The goal of a home inspector is to uncover and inform you of anything that might affect your purchase decision. Your inspector should tell you about any problems founc, and make repair recommendations. As well as inform you of what maintenance tasks are required to keep the home and its systems in top condition.
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