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Importance of Having a Home Inspection - Albany NY

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Real Estate Agent with Keller Williams Capital District Real Estate

Importance of Having a Home Inspection - Albany NY

Home Inspections and Appraisals  by House Detective

 

The number one thing overlooked when buying a home is having a home inspection done.  Home inspections can seem tedious and in some cases expensive.  However it is very important to have a home inspection.  Buying a home is a huge investment and you when don't have a home inspection done you could find yourself with major problems down the road.  

 

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You can Save a great deal of money when having a home inspection done.  Here is a list of important things to look at and have checked by a professional.  

1.  Roof - A roof is a huge investment in a home.  The annual maintenance can provide protection and insure proper functioning.  By not having a home inspection done can result in ongoing, undetected leaks.

 

2.  Home Structure - Some things to be aware of are cracking, bulging, and moisture penetration in the foundation walls.  Check for rain gutters and proper grading around the foundation.

3.  Plumbing -  You want to look for leaking water supply and drain lines in the basement.  Leaking pipes will create other damage to the home if not addressed promptly.  

4.  Heating and Electrical -  Make sure all your heating needs are being addressed.  Is it functioning correctly. Also if there is a fire place a home inspection should be done to make sure that it meets code and it is properly vented.  

House Detective is a full service home inspection and appraisal company.  When it comes to purchasing a home House Detective "has you covered."  House Detective provides for all of your Structural & Pest Inspection needs as well as Radon & Water testing.  

Some new products they feature is the video inspection (great for investors and out of town buyers) and a pre-listing inspection.  

 

Importance of Having a Home Inspection - Albany NY

 

Comments (2)

Edward & Celia Maddox
The Celtic Connection Realty - Queen Creek, AZ
EXPERIENCE & INTEGRITY - WE TAKE THE HIGH ROAD

Thanks for posting. We learn a lot of good information from Active Rain blogs. Best Regards,

Apr 08, 2010 02:51 AM
Melissa Furman
Keller Williams Capital District Real Estate - Saratoga Springs, NY
Lic Real Estate Salesperson Luxury Homes

Thanks for the feedback.  I'm glad you learned something.

Apr 08, 2010 03:14 AM