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Home Inspectors With References And Experience
By James R Blunt
Finding the right trained home inspectors can be just as important
as finding "the right home." Since most of us are not
trained to find defects in old or new homes, we need someone we
can trust to let us know whether the home is a dream-come-true
or a dud.
Many people are surprised to learn they are left holding the
bag when a major repair bill rears its ugly head hardly a month
after they paid for home inspection services. Most states offer
little to no recourse for home owners who purchased home inspections,
so it is best to spend a little time to review your options while
looking for the right person to do the job.
Ask For References And Check Background
Finding the right home inspector is crucial to buyer success.
Do not be afraid to ask for references and poke into an inspector’s
background. How long has he or she been practicing, and how many
inspections have been performed? Be sure your inspector is certified
by the American Society of Home Inspectors or the National Association
of Home Inspectors, as they are the most reputable associations.
You can ask friends or family members who they used when purchasing
their homes and many real estate agents will offer the name and
number of reliable home inspection services. Often the Better
Business Bureau or other state agencies can give you a heads-up
on an inspector’s record of complaints.
Errors And Omissions Insurance
Your inspector should carry Errors & Omissions insurance,
should not be affiliated with any real estate agency and should
be knowledgeable in all housing structures and systems. Do not
feel pressured to choose the first person you call. This wrong
decision could cost you much more than you could imagine.
Home inspectors will take anywhere from two to four hours to
complete the home inspection. Be sure to set aside the time to
be there while your inspector is working so you can take your
own notes, ask questions and gain valuable insights about the
different areas of your house. Your inspector will point out assets
and potential problems on a tour of the house.
Looking For Leaky Roofs And Faulty Septic Systems
The home inspection company representative will be looking out
for places where water may get in or places where your heat and
air conditioning may get out. If rodents, insects, mold or fungus
have done a number on the structure, then you will know when the
inspector’s job is done. Items like leaky roofs, faulty septic
systems, defective plumbing, dank basements, unsafe electrical
wiring and other safety concerns will also be addressed in the
final report.
Don’t skimp on the home inspection. Hire an experienced professional
who is certified and can provide references. Before choosing one
of the available home inspectors, you might want to do your own
pre-inspection while looking for homes. Has there been a mass
exodus or multiple foreclosures in your area?
Multiple Layers Of Roofing
Does the house looks like it has been neglected in the past?
If there are multiple layers of roofing, plants growing from gutters
and cobwebs, you can only imagine what is not visible that was
also neglected. If you notice that the yard slopes toward the
house, then there might be water damage during a storm. Are there
light switches that do not work or other outlets that are too
warm? Perhaps there is faulty electrical wiring!
Is there fresh paint on just one wall? Perhaps it is hiding water
damage, mold, mildew or cracks in the wall. The bottom line is
that professional home inspections are worth every penny and will
help you to avoid hefty repair bills.
About the Author:
James R Blunt has written a number of articles on real estate, house plans,
architecture and home improvement including
Bathroom Tile Designs,
Interior Design,
Traditional House Plans,
Design Development,
Architectural Services,
Architecture.
Keep a lookout for more of his articles on this website.
Little Known Home Inspection Facts....
When people buy homes, most mortgage companies require that the
buyer’s have a home inspection performed. This is a great line
of work for someone that can pay attention to details and knows
about construction. It is a great job that can make you the boss.
You can take on clients and build up a base of customers that
will help bring you in tons of work. If you are not sure about
how to be an inspector or you need the tools to help make the
job easier, you can go online for help.
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