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Red Flags you can spot on your own

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Home Inspector with United Professional Real Estate Inspectors, Inc.

Home inspections by a qualified inspector are always a must.  That being said, there are a few things you can spot on your own as well.

·        EXTENSION CORDS- A labyrinth of wires from the outlets to computers, televisions, radios, lamps, etc. may tell you the home has an outdated electrical system.  A qualified home inspector can tell you if it can be fixed simply or with new wiring.

·        FOUNDATION CRACKS- Vertical cracks are mostly nothing to worry about but horizontal cracks are another story.  Horizontal cracks often require excavation, drainage provisions and wall repair.  Opinions can be different with different people when it involves structural elements so get more than one opinion.

·        WALL OR CEILING STAINS- Any stain should be evaluated by a qualified inspector.  They will find the cause and test the stain for moisture activity and damage.

·        WATER PRESSURE- Do you hear a gurgling sound when you turn on the faucet? Does the water just drip out?  That could signal a piping problem. It could just need sections of the piping replaced or an entirely new plumbing system.

 

 

As a qualified home inspector, I want to do everything I can to help close the deal and keep everyone happy.    That’s why we work with buyers so they understand the solutions, not just the problems.

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