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Do I have to be out of my house during the home inspection?

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Real Estate Agent with Coldwell Banker Residential
Question from a real estate client???
Do I (the seller) have to be out of the house during the home inspection?
That is a great question, and one many sellers have for me just after their home comes under contract…
The home inspection is done within the first 5 days after the home comes under contract…
It is the buyer’s chance to go through the home with a licensed home inspector, and look for any potential issues that may be unnoticeable to the untrained eye…
Potential issues can range from big and small…
Issues with outlets, roofs, the heating and air conditioning systems, problems in the attic, and foundational issues are just some of the many issues that the home inspector will be looking for…
During the home inspection, which typically takes about two hours, depending on the size of the home of course, the seller should not be there…
It would make the process much more uncomfortable for everyone, and could be interruptive to the whole inspection…
Have a great day!!!

Comments(4)

Bill Salvatore - East Valley
Arizona Elite Properties - Chandler, AZ
Realtor - 602-999-0952 / em: golfArizona@cox.net

Happy Monday.  Hit it right on the head with the post, YES YES YES.  Thanks for sharing and make it a productive day. bill

Dec 20, 2021 07:57 AM
Will Hamm
Hamm Homes - Aurora, CO
"Where There's a Will, There's a Way!"

Hello Ken and thanks for the wise words for today.  Hope you are ready for a outstanding 2022!

Dec 20, 2021 08:52 AM
Dan Hopper
Dan Hopper - Gold Way RE - Westminster, CO
Colorado Broker / Referral Services

You're right,  ... this is a good question by the homeowner.  I usually get a response like, "We would like to point things out for the inspector".  REALLY??  I will them, "Instead of being in the home, write a list of items you want to bring to their attention and leave it on the kitchen counter for them to read".  Make sure to not be there during the inspection.

Dec 20, 2021 09:22 AM