Here Are Answers to Some of Our Most Asked Questions:

Question:  Do I have to have an inspection if I am a buyer or seller, and who pays?

Answer: If a piece of real property is trading ownership, it must be inspected. The decision as to who orders and pays for it is entirely between the buyer and seller. There are just a few instances where a property is advertised "as is" where an inspection might not be required, however, a concerned buyer, mortgage company or sometimes the buyer's insurance company might require one as part of a requirement they have.

Question:  What's the process in having an inspection done?

Answer: It's quite easy actually...Call and make an appointment (in most cases, an inspection can be done the same day). We'll come out and meet either the buyer, seller or realtor on site. (Please make sure the electricity, gas and water are on, or an inspection cannot take place). The inspection ususally takes 2 - 3 hours. Once complete, the inspector will enter the data into a laptop computer and assemble a completed report on site.

Question:  What if the inspector finds something wrong with the home?

Answer:  All homes (even new construction) have problems. Every problem has a solution. Solutions vary from a simple fix of the component to adjusting the purchase price but having a home inspection allows the problem to be addressed before the sale closes.

Question: What should I NOTexpect from a home inspection?

Answer: In a nutshell,

• A home inspection is not protection against future failures. Stuff happens! Components like Air Conditioners and Heat Systems can and will break down. A home inspection tells you the condition of the component at the time the component was inspected. For protection from future failure you may want to consider a home warranty.
• A home inspection is not an appraisal that determines the value of a home. Nor will a home inspector tell you if you should buy this home or what to pay for this home.
• A home inspection is not a code inspection, which verifies local building code compliance. A home inspector will not pass or fail a house. Homes built before code revisions are not obligated to comply with the code for homes built today. Home inspectors will report findings when it comes to safety concerns that may be in the current code such as ungrounded outlets above sinks. A home inspector thinks "Safety" not "Code" when performing a home inspection.

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Question: There are so many different types of home to consider. Are there any that are easier or cost less to maintain?

Answer:  In the end, it's really up to you as the buyer to choose a home that appeals to you; one you see yourself enjoying for years to come. It's true that some different types of home are easier to maintain than others, so we put together a sample of the most common types of home sold in this area along with a brief description of it's nature. Just click here to pop up a new window.

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