What if the report reveals problems?
All homes (even new construction) have problems. Every problem has a solution. Solutions vary from a simple fix of the component to adjusting the purchase price. Having a home inspection allows the problem to be addressed before the sale closes.

What does a home inspection include?
A home inspector's report will review the condition of the home's heating system, central air conditioning system (temperature permitting), interior plumbing and electrical systems; the roof, attic, and visible insulation; walls, ceilings, floors, windows and doors; the foundation, basement, and visible structure.

What should I NOT expect from a home inspection?

• A home inspection is not protection against future failures. Stuff happens! Components like air conditioners and Heat Systems can and will break down. A home inspection tells you the condition of the component at the time the component was inspected. For protection from future failure you may want to consider a home warranty.
• A home inspection is not an appraisal that determines the value of a home. Nor will a home inspector tell you if you should buy this home or what to pay for this home.
• A home inspection is not a code inspection, which verifies local building code compliance. A home inspector will not pass or fail a house. Homes built before code revisions are not obligated to comply with the code for homes built today. Home inspectors will report findings when it comes to safety concerns that may be in the current code such as ungrounded outlets above sinks. A home inspector thinks "Safety" not "Code" when performing a home inspection.

Should I attend the home inspection?
It is often helpful to be there so the home inspector can explain in person and answer any questions you may have. This is an excellent way to learn about your new home even if no problems are found. But be sure to give the home inspector time and space to concentrate and focus so he can do the best job possible for you.

What is a Home Warranty?
A home warranty does protect you against components that fail in the future. You may have to pay a deductible (service call fee) when you have a problem. If you choose to have a warranty, be sure and qualify coverage of your problem over the phone with the warranty company before they send a repairman. If you do not, you may find out that your problem is not covered and you still must pay the deductible or trip service fee. If you have a home inspection and you know your furnace or another major component is old, you may be better off to buy a warranty before you purchase. We recommend you look closely at what is NOT covered in warranty company policies as you compare prices.

Seller's Inspection Frequently Asked Questions:

Are seller's inspections just as thorough as a buyer´s inspection?
A home inspection is only as good as the home inspector. A thorough inspector who wants his business to grow will perform an unbiased inspection with integrity.

But my house is "clean" and has no problems so do I need a Seller's Inspection?
YES. It is great that your house has no problems so lets prove it! Include a link on your web site listing that says "See the Home Inspection" and use the report as a selling tool, and get your house sold fast!

Is the home inspection transferable from the Seller to the Buyer?
The home inspection should reveal the condition of the home at the time it was inspected. Components and materials age and can fail at anytime. The information is naturally transferable to anyone who reads it. There is no warranty or guarantee and components will fail regardless of whether or not a home inspection was performed with the Seller or the Buyer. If the listing ages before the buyer comes along, the buyer can elect to have a fresh inspection at the normal cost. A reinspect is only to inspect any items that were repaired.

The Inspector found significant damage in some areas of my home.  How can this be a good thing to show on the web with my listing?

Your inspector will review with you the inspection results. If issues exist, you can elect to repair or correct certain issues and have a re-inspect to clean up the report before it is included on your web site listing. Why wait until you spend countless hours to bring a buyer, who in turn brings a home inspector, only then to discover the damage and face all the negatives of inflated estimates, losing the sale, and your time spent. Have your home inspected now!

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As soon as the Seller's Inspection is performed, it's then time to talk with your agent. Only now, you and your agent are at the best advantage point in the whole process. If significant damage or a major defect exists then you both know something has to be done. Either lower the price or make repairs. This will save you a big heartache of discovering there is a problem after you found your new dream home and have begun packing. Once you make the necessary repairs, the home inspector can return and send a new report with clean pictures and comments. Now, you are set to coast downhill to closing!

The above steps are for when there is significant damage or a major defect found. However, when the home is clean, showing only normal adjustments for a door or a window, or typical items found on most homes, the report will be a selling tool. When a Buyer is intrigued about a home they are looking to buy, a main reservation is wondering about the condition of the home. Seeing the report on your web site listing, may produce a phone call for more info instead of clicking to the next ad. It's a great sales tool if your home checks out! And if your home needs repairs, then why not fix them on your terms and not the Buyers. After all, it is still your home.