Why a pre-home inspection?
A pre-home inspection is a great strategy, that is if you are in a market that is still a buyer's market,
The reason I would recommend it, is because by having the inspection you would identify issues you might not be aware of.
Once these defects are discovered what will you do next? the best approach would be to fix the items
Here are some typical inspection issue:
- The electrical system need an upgrade
- Well water failed
- Unsafe stairs and deck, not up to code
- Drainage issue - gutter and downspout.
- Roof
- Chimney
- Septic
- Buried oil tank
- Termite
- Radon
- Plumbing, etc
What do you think will go through the buyer's mind if the issues were never addressed? The buyer would probably be wondering what else was not maintained?
And we know what will happen next, the buyer will be subtracting the cost of fixing all the items from the offer being made.
It is my opinion if these issues are addressed a head of time, and were off the table you would get more for your home even after making the repairs.
If you are considering the pre-home inspection I have a list of inspectors I can share with you. I would suggestion you call more than one and interview them.
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