The process of buying a new home is often equal parts exciting and terrifying. One of the most stressful steps is having a home inspection completed. Not knowing what may be found can feel unnerving, so hiring an experienced, reputable home inspector is always a good idea.
A knowledgeable home inspector will take their time examining the house, both inside and out. Getting a home inspection completed will help give you peace of mind that the house is in working condition before you finalize the home sale. Read on to find out what a home inspector does and why their job is important.
What Is a Home Inspection?
A home inspection is a thorough visual examination of a home and all its parts, which is completed by, you guessed it, a home inspector. This type of professional has extensive experience and knowledge of what to look for when examining a property.
The home inspector’s findings are relayed to the home’s seller and potential buyer through the home inspection report. Potential buyers should schedule a home inspection as soon as possible, since any issues found can be used to negotiate repairs, replacements, or even a new price. Depending on the report’s findings, the buyer may request changes to the asking price or the contract if the home inspector found significant damage.
Do I Really Need a Home Inspection?
In short, yes. There are very few circumstances where you should agree to waive a home inspection before closing on a property. A home inspection will give you insight into the house, and it’s highly recommended that buyers walk through the inspection with the pro. Plus, the home inspection contingency allows buyers to walk away from the potential sale if the home inspector finds too much damage for them to handle.
Michael Marshall - Buyer's Resource Realty Svcs.
