Posts Tagged ‘Home Inspections’

Home Inspection

April 10th, 2010



Are you thinking of buying a home? Or are you selling your home because you are relocating? If you are planning to do either, you will need to do a home inspection. Home inspections are necessity for anyone who wishes to buy new property or is thinking of selling, especially if the property is a home.

Home inspection is equivalent to a medical examination. If in a medical examination the doctor examines every part of your body, in home inspection, all the systems of your home from top to bottom are covered. These systems include the heating system, plumbing system, electrical system and the central air conditioning system (if you have one). Qualified home inspectors evaluate these systems that include other physical components such as windows, doors, ceilings, floors, walls and roof.

Some people may not find home inspection necessary. But if you try to consider the potential problems and costly disasters that come with impulsive purchase or sale, you will realize that home inspection is a wise investment. This can identify problems before they fully manifest, so that you can observe preventive measures before extensive damage occurs.

And since home inspection is crucial in buying or selling home property, a qualified person should do it. Choosing a qualified person for this procedure will ensure not only thorough results, but also reduce future complications. They should be able to determine the condition of your home and calculate the risk of any problems that may arise.

Some of the credible specialists on this field are from the countries leading association for home inspectors, which is the American Society of Home Inspectors.

By: Peter Emerson

Home Inspection: 22 Questions to Ask Any Home Inspection Company

February 4th, 2010



Print this list for a handy reference, when you’re interviewing home inspectors.

QUESTIONS

1. How long have you been in the home

inspection business?

2. How many resale home inspections has your

firm completed?

3. What qualifications does the inspector have?

4. How long is the average inspection?

5. Do you inspect to the Standards of Practice of the Canadian Association of Home & Property Inspectors?

6. How much do you charge?

7. May I attend the inspection?

8. Will I get my written report on-site?

9. What else do I get?

10. Do you inspect wood stoves and fireplaces?

11. Do you inspect farm buildings, cottages, heritage homes, mobile and modular homes?

12. Can you provide approximate costs for repairs and improvements?

13. Do you contract for repairs or improvements?

14. Are you affiliated with any real estate or construction company?

15. Do you solicit, receive or give referral fees?

16. Can I call at a later date, for information or advice?

17. What are your telephone hours?

18. What is your availability?

19. How much notice do you require?

20. Do you accept cheques and credit cards?

21. Are you willing to invoice my relocation company?

22. Can you provide references?

By: Gil Strachan