Home Inspections
A home inspection is meant to detail problems or assess the mechanicals and structure to be in good or acceptable working order BEFORE you buy!
The three main points of an inspection are physical condition, items in need of repair or replacement, and remaining useful life of major systems.
Good inspectors will implore buyers to be present because this is the most expedient way to learn about all aspects of working elements on their new home. Also, new home owners can be present during the inspection to ask questions with a trained and licensed inspector who can point out areas of potential trouble and offer maintenance tips so you can enjoy living and avoid potential trouble!
Allow 2-5 hours and to cost several hundred dollars, depending on size. There are also specialized home inspectors for pest inspections, harmful environmental inspections and structural. Hopefully you never have to do a specialized home inspection!
To hire an inspector, get recommendations from others or check the phone book under “Home Inspection.” Be sure to ask about references, memberships in professional associations, training, and experience. We only work with licensed home inspectors so please feel free to ask about highly competent inspectors we've worked with!
Regarding finding that quality home or building, a really good realtor has some background in knowing the difference between what makes a really solid investment and property to call home. We make best effort at TheGreenTeam to be sure that you are not wasting money inspecting properties that will not pass inspections and you find the best quality home for your price range!
Happy House Hunting!