tracy: Roof Inspections and Home Inspections
- 11/30/09 10:07 AM
Roof Inspections and Home Inspections I got a call from a concerned Realtor the other day. There was a conflict between my home inspection report and the roofer's roof certification. The roofer stated the roof would not leak for two years, as is customary for home sales in Stanislaus County, but the roofer failed to disclose the condition or age of the roof. My report stated that there were multiple areas of exposed felt, improperly installed flashings, and that the roof was very near to the end of its economic life; and that it would probably need replacement very soon. The … (2 comments)
tracy: No Licensing for Home Inspectors
- 11/29/09 07:41 AM
No Licensing for Home Inspectors The home inspection report is the only disclosure report created specifically for the home buyer. It is a very powerful tool that can be used in several different ways. Its primary purpose is help the buyer make an informed purchase decision. While the law says it is designed to report "material defects," it can also be used to identify areas on the home that will require repair or maintenance. The experience and education of the home inspector will greatly influence the content of the report. What is a home inspection? I ask myself this question every … (4 comments)
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