subject: Get A Building Inspector To Chaperon The House [print this page] Many clients who are in the process of constructing houses in a new area are highly unsure of their needs and even the duties of the builders. Building inspectors can help alleviate some of the worry, but they should not be expected to be a watchdog over the entire building operation. Following the building codes are ensuring safe electrical conditions is a must at any new construction and often building inspectors work on the same.
House owners often think how can they help the inspector or what exactly is the inspector looking for. A building inspector is not the person who is going to give you the latest interior decor advice to follow. His job is to check the reliability of the construction in general and not the aesthetics.
On the day of the first examination of your home, the inspector shall look at the foundation, the reinforcements (along with the foundation wall) and will give a once over on the weather-proofing as well. Groundwork such as plumbing, electrical wiring and even gas pipes need the inspector's attention during his second visit to the site. Sometime later, the inspector comes round and checks the basics of the heating, electrical, water, gas and ventilation setup.
Lastly, the inspector looks at the final equipment used in electrical, heating, plumbing, and the gas lines. If the inspector finds a problem with anything, the electricity and water lines are not switched on and the buyers are not approved to move in - until the issue is properly dealt with. The inspector may also ask for licenses of the various professionals and craftsmen to ensure that the construction is appropriate.
If an inspector points out a problem, it means that it could become a potential hazard later. If the finishing touch is a bit tardy, the inspector might be more meticulous in his examination. The cosmetic look such as the decor and other functions can be worked out amongst the builder and the buyer.
If you are new to the area, getting a trustworthy builder can be a real hard nut to crack. It is a great idea for the buyer to get in touch with the building inspector. The inspector might not say who specifically is the best builder around and who is the worst, but he might be persuaded to recommend two or three who do good work.
A fully constructed house sounds a great plan but often buyers face a lot of trouble with it. Before taking an already built home, the buyer must examine the roof thoroughly, the foundation, the floor, the walls, the pillars, and even the sheetrock for any defects and potential safety hazards. The inspector is allotted a time period of about 24 hours to check the house and approve it for the buyers.
The building inspector shouldn't be the only one answerable in checking if a house is safe to live in. Buyers of homes are accountable. When help is needed, building inspectors are always there.
