subject: Why You Should Be Present For A Home Inspection [print this page] Buyers who are ready to purchase a home can be really excited about a fresh new start, but there are some necessary things needed to complete the process and close the sale. A home inspection is a necessary and helpful tool to aide in the process of purchasing the house and ensuring that it is safe and well maintained.
A home inspection is a great investment even if it is more money out of the pocket of the home buyer. It gives a potential homeowner a glimpse of what they are investing in. Anyone that is buying a home should be present during the inspection. There will be a report that is presented to the homeowner at the end, but this does not replace the importance of being there during the onsite inspection. This way, you get to walk through and around the entire house, note any possible problem areas as well as areas of improvement, and have a general idea and feel for the house before purchasing it.
The home inspection is a visual inspection by a professionally trained inspector to look for any problems that may need to be addressed. Some issues may show up on the radar that need to be addressed right away such as a leaky pipe. Other things may not be a problem at the moment, but they may pose potential problems down the line. It is important to note any and all problems, and a home inspector will include all of these in a detailed report of the house.
Home inspectors have the ability to let potential buyers know the condition of their home. It is better to find out about any electrical or foundation issues from the beginning. Home inspectors can let buyers know about the extent of these issues. Home inspectors can even tell a buyer how long they have before small issues become a bigger problem.
Another reason why it is important to be present is to ask questions. There are times when home inspectors are compelled to do a thorough inspection with home buyers. On the opposite end of the spectrum there are home inspectors that just want to collect the money with the least effort possible. No home buyer wants to be on this end of the spectrum. Be present and ask questions about things that look suspect. It is also essential to understand the process of an inspection as it is recommended to have one done every five years.
