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 Buying a home? The process can be stressful. A home inspection is supposed to give you peace of mind, but often has the opposite effect.
You will be asked to absorb a lot of information in a short time.
This typically includes a written report, photographs, environmental reports and what the inspector himself says during the inspection.
All this combined with the seller's disclosure and what you notice yourself makes the experience even more overwhelming. What should you do?
Relax. Much of your inspection will be maintenance recommendations, life expectancies and minor imperfections. These are valuable to know about, but the issues that really matter will fall into four categories:
1.Major defects. An example of this would be a structural failure.
2.Things that lead to major defects. A small roof-flashing leak, for example.
3.Things that may hinder your ability to finance, legally occupy or insure the home.
4.Safety hazards, such as an exposed, live buss bar at the electric panel.
Anything in these categories should be addressed. Often a serious problem can be corrected relatively inexpensively to protect both life and property (especially in categories 2 and 4).
Most sellers are honest and are often surprised to learn of defects uncovered during an inspection. Realize that sellers are under no obligation to repair everything mentioned in the report. No home is perfect, and every house requires regular maintenance. Keep things in perspective.
Be sure to call The Last Detail for an expert inspection performed by a licensed and fully insured inspector! Never settle for anything less. Call Today! 603-490-1154 |
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The Last Detail Home Inspections, LLC
P.O. Box 2286 Salem NH 03079
Phone (603) 490-1154
steve@lastdetailonline.com
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