Buying a Home? Why Do You Need A Home Inspection?
When you have found that perfect home, your agent may well advise you to get a home inspection done on the property you are offering to purchase.
The house looks nice, you cannot see anything wrong and the Sellers disclosure form doesn't have too much on it that looks like a problem, so you wonder why you should get a home inspection done. After all, it is going to cost you money! - Yes, that home inspection will cost you money, but it may be the best money you will ever spend in your home purchase.
The Home Inspection
The home inspectors work for you the buyer - you are paying them. Their job is to find anything and everything that could potentially put your investment at risk when buying this home. They will inspect the roof, the foundation, crawl space, the electrical, plumbing, pest infestations, dry rot and more.
Inevitably the Home Inspector will find items in need of repair or replacement or maintenance. The report may be short, but can be many many pages. No matter what the issues are, at least you are aware of the risks before you buy that home. Even brand new construction should have a home inspection report done on it. Because its new, doesn't mean that the house is without risk.
Should You Still Purchase That Home If It Has Defects?
The choice is ultimately yours. You can discuss the issues with the Home Inspectors about the repair list or you could consult to an independent party and make your decision based on facts. The Home Inspectors do not do repairs, but they are knowledgeable about the construction and may give you a greater insight into the problem areas.
The Seller will very often do the repairs to the property, or may offer you a discounted purchase price in lieu of the list of repairs. Most times you can reach a win win solution and move forward with the purchase. You may not want to continue with the purchase at this time, but that is your choice. Be sure that the home inspection report is a condition in your sales agreement.
Always have a home inspection done - it gives you peace of mind in your investment.
Considering buying a home? I have many years worth of experience in home sales. Most of my business comes from referrals and there is no greater honor than that. I'd be delighted to work through the home buying process with you. Experience is priceless.
Call me - Karen Browder - 704-534-9334 or email Karen@KarenBrowder.com
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