Home Inspections Are An Important Part Of The Home Buying Process In Orange County, California
When buying a home in Orange County, California, a home inspection is not mandatory. However, it is advisable that you hire a licensed home inspector to conduct a thorough inspection of the property. Considering that your home is probably the most expensive purchase that you'll ever make, it is money well spent, to ensure that you're buying a solid home.
A basic home inspection report will provide you with details regarding the following major features of the property, and will indicate if repairs are recommended or necessary:
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Foundation
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Structure
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Roof
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Attic
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Plumbing
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Electrical
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Air Conditioning (if applicable)
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Heating (if applicable)
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Appliances
FAQs, regarding home inspections in Orange County, California:
Q: Should I attend the home inspection?
A: Yes, we advise that you are present at the home inspection, so that you can ask questions, gather pertinent information, and understand what was reviewed by the inspector.
Q: What if the home inspection indicates that there are problems with the property?
A: The final decision to purchase the home, is ultimately up to you. The home inspector simply acts as a neutral third party, and reports on his findings.
As your Orange County, California realtor, we will review the findings with you, and discuss your options, if there are issues listed in the home inspection report.
Q: What are my options, if there are items of concern listed in the home inspection report?
A: Your options may vary, and will depend on the terms of your purchase contract. However, typically, if you wish to move forward with the transaction, we will discuss the option of asking the seller to complete any necessary repairs prior to the close of escrow, or to provide you with a credit at the close of escrow, so that you may complete the repairs after the fact.
Alternatively, if the damages or defects are not acceptable to you, you cannot afford to make the repairs, and/or the seller refuses to make the repairs or provide you with a credit, you have the option to cancel the sale, and withdraw your contract, when buying a home in Orange County, California.
Q: Is a home inspection the same thing as a termite inspection?
A: No. A termite inspection simply reveals and reports the presence of termites in and around the home and attached structures, and any resulting damage. The termite report will indicate what areas, if any, will require treatment or repair, and if the infestation is severe or wide spread, the home may require tenting.
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