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FAQ
Why do I need a home inspection?
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If you are purchasing a home, you want to protect
the largest single investment you may ever make. A home inspection will help you learn about
the condition of the property and the need for any major repairs before
you buy. |
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If you are planning to sell your home, a home
inspection will give you a full understanding of the condition of the
home. This will also alert you to any repairs you may wish to make to
get the house in better selling condition. |
What is a Home Inspector?
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Home Inspectors come from a very wide
variety of backgrounds and experience levels. They have a very broad
understanding of the systems comprising the home and are trained to
recognize and evaluate the severity of problems with any of those
systems. |
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When selecting your inspector, look carefully at
their background, formal training, continuing education, membership in
professional associations such as the National Association of Certified
Home Inspectors (NACHI). |
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The home inspection should be viewed as an
opportunity for the prospective homeowner to walk through the home with
a professional who will educate while inspecting. |
What repairs will the inspector make?
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None! Home Inspectors do not represent
themselves as experts in any specific field though their background may
include licensure or certification as a contractor. The Home
Inspector is a neutral party whose task it is to identify items in need
of repair and safety concerns. These items will come with a
recommendation to seek the assistance of a qualified professional in the
area of concern. |
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The
Code of Ethics
of the major Home Inspector associations do not allow inspectors to
offer their services to repair any of the defects they may find. |
Who should attend the inspection?
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The prospective homebuyer(s) and their Real
Estate Professional may be present for the inspection.
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The seller and their Realtor are also welcome to
participate in the inspection. The inspection should be viewed as an
opportunity to learn about the home in detail from the Home Inspector. |
Is
there a contract documenting what will be inspected?
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Yes - Before the inspection begins, you will be
asked to sign an Inspection Agreement which will clearly document what
will and will not be inspected as well as the legal obligations and
limitations of both parties to the inspection. We will make every
effort to ensure you have the Agreement prior to meeting for the
inspection (e-mail, fax or from our website) and encourage you to review it with your
Realtor. We will be happy to answer any questions you might
have about the contract and its provisions. |
How much will
the Home Inspection cost?
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All homes are different and all home
inspections vary as to the time required to perform a thorough and
comprehensive home inspection and home inspection report. We
understand this as well as our clients need to have a clear and
simple understanding of the fee structure for the home inspection
service. That's why we "keep it simple". See our
fee page.
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How long will the inspection take?
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A home inspection will take from 2 to
3 hours, sometimes longer depending on several variables such as
house size.
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Home Inspection, LLC
