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What is a Home Inspection The home buying process can be confusing and stressful. Not only do you need to consider things such as price and location, you also have to worry about whether the house itself has any problems that could become costly surprises down the road. The Home Inspection is an unbiased, professional assessment of the condition of the house. It provides you an expert opinion and professional report on the condition of the physical structure and... Read More
p{margin:0} COMMON QUESTIONS ASKED ABOUT PROPERTY INSPECTIONS... WHY A PROPERTY INSPECTION?
A property inspection is a vital part of any real estate transaction--
whether buying new or "AS IS", or even preparing for a sale. It is important for
you to protect your assets by gaining information about their true condition before
making decisions regarding buying or selling. It is critical for your protection
as a property owner to know the details... Read More
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Inspection vs Appraisal
Do I need a house inspection when my bank is having the house appraised?
Yes! A house appraisal is an independent evaluation of the current market value of a house or property.
In general, the purpose of an appraisal is to set the current value of a house so
that a lender may determine how much it can loan to the buyer.
The appraiser looks at similar properties in the area and the prices at w... Read More
Common Defects No house is perfect. Even the best built and best maintained homes will always have a few items in less than perfect condition. Below are some of the items we most commonly find when inspecting a home: Roofing Problems with roofing material are the single most common defect we find. Usually it doesn't mean the roof needs replaced, simply that it is in need of maintenance or repair. Ceiling stains Caused by past or present leaks, ceiling stains are ve... Read More
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Asbestos Information
Asbestos is a tiny fiber that was used in the past primarily as insulation. It was also added to some building materials to provide added strength and flame resistance. The problem with asbestos is that it has been shown to cause lung cancer and mesothelioma in individuals that were exposed to large amounts of free-floating asbestos fibers in the air. These conditions typically did not become apparent until around 30 years afte... Read More
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