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Questions to Ask Your Home Inspector Before Buying Your Shelton, WA Home

By Jim Shepherd (360) 229-2235

Real Estate Agent with Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Shelton

August 20, 2014 07:11 AM

When you buy a home in Shelton WA or elsewhere, you need to know exactly what you’re buying. Imagine how frustrated you’d be to find out that the hot water heater wasn’t working—in the middle of a shower! This is why you should have a home inspection before you buy your home. A home inspection is an important part of buying your home. Before you hire a home inspector, ask candidates a few questions to make sure you hire a trustworthy inspector.

What does your inspection cover? Not all inspections are the same. Ask for copies of previous home inspections so you can see exactly what they will check inside the Shelton home. If you are concerned about something specific, like a leaky faucet in the bathroom, mention that to the inspector so they can check it out.
Are you licensed or certified? If you live in a state that licenses home inspectors, ask to see their license. At the very least, choose a home inspector who belongs to American Society of Home Inspectors. This shows a level of professionalism and education that you can trust.
What kind of report will you give me? You should expect a written report detailing what the inspector found. Most inspectors will give you a typed report within a week of the inspection. Make sure the inspector will be available to explain anything on the report that doesn’t make sense to you.
Will I be able to attend the inspection? If the inspector refuses to let you be present during the home inspection, find someone else. This is your chance to know exactly what you are buying and what potential repairs you or the seller will have to make.

As your real estate agent, I will guide you through the home buying process. Let me help you find your new Shelton home. Call me today at (360) 401-3069 or email me at shepjim55@gmail.com. KEYWORD: Shelton homes

LINKS:

Find Your Shelton Home – Find Homes in Shelton WA

Home inspection - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Home_inspection

American Society of Home Inspectors. - American Society of home Inspectors/

Easy household repairs. - http://home.howstuffworks.com/home-improvement/repair/5-home-repairs-you-should-do-yourself.htm

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Les & Sarah Oswald

Realty One Group - Eastvale, CA

Broker, Realtor and Investor

Hi Jim,

The home inspection is so important when buying a property. You should make sure you have covered all the bases. Thanks for sharing about these.

Aug 20, 2014 07:13 AM

Kathleen Luiten

Resort and Second-Home Specialist - Princeville, HI

Kauai Luxury Ocean Home Sales

Home inspections are crucial, except for that rare client who is a contractor or has similar knowledge and can do their own good inspection. But I've found that licensed inspectors don't always note every important problem. It may be something that isn't on their checklist but still significant. When working with a couple buying a home, post-inspection I pointed out potential drainage issues that were not on an inspector's report. They decided to wait and see and unfortunately they did have some trouble with the first heavy rains. At least they knew in advance it could be a problem. So agents, use your eyes and be willing to speak up if you see anything you question. We aren't inspectors but we can still suggest things that can help our clients.

Aug 20, 2014 07:39 AM

Kathleen Luiten

Princeville, HI

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