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Today we are talking all about home inspections, why you need them, and what they are about. We are here today with Roger Warner, owner of All Points Inspection Services, and he’s here to answer some of the most common questions we get about home inspections. Without further ado, let’s get to the questions:
Why do I need a home inspection? It’s not required to get a loan.
A home is one of the largest investments someone will make in their life. When making a purchase of this magnitude, you want to know you have a safe and stable home, and that there are no high-dollar surprises when you move in. They are rare, but you can’t rely on the seller’s disclosure, especially if it’s an investment or probate property.
What is involved with a home inspection?
A home inspector will inspect everything they physically can, from the top of the roof all the way down to the foundation of the home. They are looking for major defects and any other defects that could lead to health and safety concerns. Roger and his team always have two, and sometimes three, home inspectors on the job. This not only speeds the process up, but gives the inspector an extra set of eyes, which is always a good thing.
How long does an inspection take?
A typical home inspection will take 3 or 4 hours, but with All Points Inspection Services, it takes less than half the time. Having two people on the job really helps.
Is it OK for the buyer to be there during the inspection?
Absolutely, and it’s encouraged. They want to show you the property you are interested in through their eyes, without emotion involved. It really gives the buyer peace of mind that they are making a sound investment.
Can I have the seller pay for everything that goes wrong?
Typically, health and safety items are reasonable to request the seller to pay for. The rest of it is kind of a Saturday project list. It’s rare that there are major structural problems, but they are out there, and that’s why we have home inspections.
In addition to your typical home inspection, we recommend a pest inspection as well along with the home inspection, so you can make sure all your bases are covered.
If you have any questions for us, feel free to give us a call or send us an email. We would be happy to speak with you!
