Buying a house
Buying a house is a big decision — one of the biggest a person, couple, or family will ever make. How do you know you are making the right decision? Ultimately, only you can decide that. But it helps to have the information I can give you.
Why a Buyer Needs a Home Inspection
A home inspection gives the buyer detailed information about the overall condition of the home prior to purchase. A home inspector takes an in-depth, unbiased look at your potential new home to:
- Evaluate the physical condition: structure, construction, and mechanical systems
- Identify safety hazards
- Identify items that need to be repaired or replaced
- Estimate the remaining useful life of the major systems, equipment, structure, and finishes
What a home inspection covers:
- Grounds and exterior, including roof, gutter, chimney, drainage, grading, siding, trim, windows, doors
- Interior, including ceilings, walls, windows, insulation, and ventilation
- Bathrooms, kitchens, laundry rooms
- Appliances on a pass/fail basis
- Electrical and plumbing systems
- Crawlspaces
- Attic structure, insulation, ventilation
- Condition and life expectancy of heating and cooling system and water heater
- Garages and carports