Most Buyers have general inspections for homes that they buy. The Buyer then uses the inspectors findings to determine if they should get a specialist to further investigate an issue that has been deemed beyond the general expertise of the inspector. Typical examples are roof, furnace, sewer line and foundation. Other items certainly can exist, but I would like to exploit sewer lines and furnaces.
My recommendation is to get a sewer line scope (general inspectors do not do this) and a certified HVAC technician to insure the furnace is working properly. Why? Here are 2 examples:
1. Furnace: Last time I had the furnace inspected by a general inspector, it was determined the furnace was running properly and no additional servicing was necessary. My buyer was adamant to get it tuned and tested by a professional HVAC tech. So we did. We found out it was indeed leaking CO and needed to be replaced. Saving the buyer over $2000. I do think the inspector was competent, but not as thorough as a HVAC specialist.
2. Sewer line: The buyer was purchasing a fairly new property (less than 20 years old) and was not sure if they should have the sewer line scoped (camera) for $135. No other properties in the subdivision had any sewer line issues. We did the scope. Turns out the tenant had been pouring grease/fat down the drain for over 10 years and the bottom of the sewer line was completely rotted out and needing replacement. My buyer saved over $6000. Well worth spending $135 to save $6000.
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