Four Common Homeowner Items To Repair

                         Home Inspections Ensure You Know The House Inside And Out

The last thing a homebuyer wants to do is to dis­cover any issues in the home after moving in, and the last thing a home seller wants is for an issue to appear before the sale. That's why it's so important for both buy­ers and sellers to have a home inspection. Simply put, the seller doesn't want a surprise he or she didn't even know about to come out that will stop the sale, and the buyer wants to make sure there are no costly repairs waiting.

Home inspections provide many positives and build a foundation of knowledge about a home and its systems that are stated in the Home Inspection Report-which contains a maintenance checklist.

"Homebuyers don't want to get a cold reception because of improp­erly sealed windows or a wet one because of a leaky roof," says Dan Steward, president of Pillar To Post, North America's leading provider of home inspection serv­ices. "Home inspectors check for these things. They also check fur­naces, air-conditioning ducts, soot and creosote building in the chim­ney, crawl spaces and other hard-­to-reach spaces," Steward adds.

Four Common Items To Repair:

1.   If you discover the seals around sink fixtures and counter penetrations are disintegrating, that means water may be passing through and causing damage to the countertop or the underlying cabinetry. You may want to exam­ine the seals visually, and test to see if the sink or fixtures feel loose. Repair or replace as needed.

2.   Clogged filters and improper duct connections may become major fire hazards. You should check air filters for built-up grease and clean or replace as needed. Have a professional check the con­nections to determine if the model requires exterior exhaust.

3.    Insufficient insulation in the attic can allow excessive heat loss (or gain, depending on the season) and drafts. If you suspect a prob­lem, consult a professional to determine if additional insulation is needed and/or advisable.

4.   Improperly sealed windows can allow moisture, wind and insects into the house. The     caulk­ing around windows should be checked and repaired or replaced as needed.

To learn more or to find out what other inspection services I offer, please feel free to visit my website at www.pillartopost.com/aurora or call me at (303) 337-6713