- Name
- Skip Eden
- Company
- Quinte Home Inspections
- E-mail
- Contact Skip Eden (Quinte Home Inspections)
- Website
- http://www.quintehomeinspections.com
- Office Phone
- (613) 968-5654
- Cell Phone
- (613) 968-0955
- Description
- 15 Riverside Cres.
Belleville On
K0K2B0
About Us:
At Quinte Home Inspections, we know that buying a house is a large venture, and you want the best for your money. To be sure of what you're buying, a home inspection is necessary.
Even more essential is the quality of your home inspector. Inspectors are a dime a dozen, so how do you know what you're getting and who you're paying?
NACHI (National Association of Certified Home Inspectors) home inspectors are not only certified but constantly tested and improved, and have access to one of the largest sources of home inspection information available to them for their ongoing education. They are also part of extensive home inspection forums that enable them to be in frequent communication with other inspectors. In this way, they are always up-to-date and knowledgeable in their field and can offer inspection excellence to every client. Only the best inspectors are members of NACHI. For this reason, Quinte Home Inspections is able to give you a quality service that is accurate, informative, and honest.
A thorough inspection early in the buying process can save you thousands of dollars on items the seller could possibly have corrected. Save yourself the trouble: Quinte Home Inspections will deliver the information you need to make the best decision. Competitive, affordable rates are important to us; if you're currently crunching numbers and shopping for the best deals, why stop now?
Areas of Expertise
Quinte Home Inspections providing top quality home inspection services to the Belleville, Trenton, Napanee, Tweed, Brighton, Port Hope, Madock and the entire Quinte Region as well as most of Prince Edward County. Your best protection when buying or selling a home is a complete inspection. We provide complete home inspection services to our customers. We are Certified Home Inspectors which means you can book your home inspection service with complete confidence.
F.A.Q.'s
What is a home inspection?
A home inspection is an objective visual examination of the physical structure and systems of the home, from the roof to the foundation. Having a home inspected is like giving it a physical check-up. It is not a guarantee, warranty or an insurance policy.
Why do I need a home inspection?
The purchase of a home is probably the largest single investment you will ever make. You should learn as much as you can about the condition of the property and the need for major repairs before you buy, so that you can minimize unpleasant surprises and difficulties afterwards.
A home inspection does not focus on the positive aspects of a home. We are looking for those things that will cost you money to repair. After the inspection, you will have a much clearer understanding of the property.
The house is only 2 years old, why should I get an inspection?
No house is perfect. Even brand new homes may have problems which can prove costly to remedy due to improper installation of building materials or cost cutting by the builder.
Will you tell me how much I should pay for the house?
No. An inspection is not an appraisal. The value of a home depends on many factors, including what similar properties have sold for, proposed developments in the neighborhood, and how the current owner has maintained and decorated the building. An inspection focuses on the current physical condition of the building.
Do you inspect septic systems?
No. A septic system inspection requires that the tank be pumped out and the field be tested in order to properly check its condition. Home inspectors are neither trained nor equipped to perform this function.
Do you go up on the roof?
Absolutely. An inspector has to get "up close and personal" with a roof to determine the condition of the roofing components such as shingles, flashing, chimney etc. The only time I will not go on a roof is if it is dangerous due to factors such as ice, heavy snow load or excessive slope.
Can I do it myself?
Even the most experienced home owner lacks the knowledge and expertise of a professional home inspector who has inspected hundreds, perhaps thousands, of homes in his or her career. An inspector is familiar with the many elements of home construction, their proper installation, and maintenance. He or she understands how the home's systems and components are intended to function together, as well as how and why they fail.
When do I call in the Home Inspector?
A home inspector is typically contacted right after the contract or purchase agreement has been signed, and is often available within a few days. However, before you sign, be sure that there is an inspection clause in the contract, making your purchase obligation contingent upon the findings of a professional home inspection. This clause should specify the terms to which both the buyer and seller are obligated.
