What to do Before, During, & After your Home inspection?
A Good Home Inspector is hard to find and A Home Inspection itself can last anywhere between 2 and 1/2 hours all the way up to 5 hours or more depending on the size and condition of the home. Many times during the home inspection, you can find yourself surrounded by many different people and distractions including real estate agents, sellers, neighbors, termite and pest control experts, and more. So what to do in order to get the most out of your time and money? We recommend the following:
1.) Before your Inspection - Choose the right inspector! Obviously we want your business and want you to choose G-Force to inspect your home or business but you have to hire the professional that you feel most comfortable with. Unlike most professionals you hire, the majority of the time you will not get to meet your inspector until you have already hired them. That's right! the first time you meet your home inspector will most likely be at the time of the inspection itself! This means that you have to do your research. I can not say it enough but Purchasing a home or business is probably going to be the biggest investment you ever make. Not only do you want to have that investment inspected but you also want to have the right inspector perform that inspection. You need someone who will truly have your best interest at heart. Many times, your real estate agent will have a list of inspectors that they trust and most real estate agents want you to find the home that is perfect for you and, above all else, safe for you and your family. But with that said, there are real estate agents (very few I might add) out there that only want to sell and as fast as possible in order to make their profit. In today's technological society, where information is easily accessible, it is easy to find reviews and other information about the people you hire. You can not go wrong with us here at G-Force but you also can not go wrong researching and making the most informed decision possible.
2.) During your Inspection - Walk around and take a glance at every little detail of the home that you possibly can. You'll have plenty of time to talk with your real estate agent before and after your inspection. So try to use this valuable time and information to your advantage. If something catches your eye and raises a red flag or just peeks your interest, than find your inspector and ask him to explain. As inspectors that truly care about our customers satisfaction, we want to know if you have any questions or concerns. We want to leave you with the most information possible. Remember that, if something doesn't seem right or makes you curious, it never hurts to ask. A home inspection is a great tool that can give you peace of mind knowing that you are choosing the right home for you and your family. So make sure you get all of your questions answered before you buy. After all, it is your hard earned money being spent to get the most information possible before you make a very important decision whether to purchase the home or not.
3.) After your Inspection - Listen and read the information provided by your Home Inspector. Here at G-Force, we don't just provide you with an inspection report and let you read that report in order to gather the information you hired us to give you about your home. We also go above and beyond to ensure you understand the home you wish to purchase. As soon as we meet as well as during and directly after we finish your home inspection, we take the time to explain what we will be doing then, after we are done, we walk you through the house and explain our findings. We are dedicated to giving you the most information you possibly can get about your home. That's right! We will not leave until we have spoken with you and let you know of all the main issues or concerns we may have. Whether it be safety related, maintenance related, operation related, or just a few things we think you should know, we will not leave until you hear about them. With that said, we also don't intend on scaring you out of purchasing your Dream Home. We understand that, some times, minor issues can seem very major if they are explained in a way that is over exaggerated. We will take the extra time necessary to ensure that you understand what we are explaining. We don't believe this makes us special. This is what you should expect from your Home Inspector. A good Home Inspector is even keeled and has your best interest at heart. So make sure you hire the right Inspector, get the most out of your inspection, and ask as many questions that you feel are necessary. Not only if you simply do not understand but also if you are concerned or just simply curious.
We recommend that you apply all of this advice no matter who you decide to hire but you deserve the best inspection you can get with the most information you can possibly obtain. And you won't find all of what we just mentioned anywhere but here with us at G-Force Property Inspections! We promise you that!
A Good Home Inspector is hard to find and A Home Inspection itself can last anywhere between 2 and 1/2 hours all the way up to 5 hours or more depending on the size and condition of the home. Many times during the home inspection, you can find yourself surrounded by many different people and distractions including real estate agents, sellers, neighbors, termite and pest control experts, and more. So what to do in order to get the most out of your time and money? We recommend the following:
1.) Before your Inspection - Choose the right inspector! Obviously we want your business and want you to choose G-Force to inspect your home or business but you have to hire the professional that you feel most comfortable with. Unlike most professionals you hire, the majority of the time you will not get to meet your inspector until you have already hired them. That's right! the first time you meet your home inspector will most likely be at the time of the inspection itself! This means that you have to do your research. I can not say it enough but Purchasing a home or business is probably going to be the biggest investment you ever make. Not only do you want to have that investment inspected but you also want to have the right inspector perform that inspection. You need someone who will truly have your best interest at heart. Many times, your real estate agent will have a list of inspectors that they trust and most real estate agents want you to find the home that is perfect for you and, above all else, safe for you and your family. But with that said, there are real estate agents (very few I might add) out there that only want to sell and as fast as possible in order to make their profit. In today's technological society, where information is easily accessible, it is easy to find reviews and other information about the people you hire. You can not go wrong with us here at G-Force but you also can not go wrong researching and making the most informed decision possible.
2.) During your Inspection - Walk around and take a glance at every little detail of the home that you possibly can. You'll have plenty of time to talk with your real estate agent before and after your inspection. So try to use this valuable time and information to your advantage. If something catches your eye and raises a red flag or just peeks your interest, than find your inspector and ask him to explain. As inspectors that truly care about our customers satisfaction, we want to know if you have any questions or concerns. We want to leave you with the most information possible. Remember that, if something doesn't seem right or makes you curious, it never hurts to ask. A home inspection is a great tool that can give you peace of mind knowing that you are choosing the right home for you and your family. So make sure you get all of your questions answered before you buy. After all, it is your hard earned money being spent to get the most information possible before you make a very important decision whether to purchase the home or not.
3.) After your Inspection - Listen and read the information provided by your Home Inspector. Here at G-Force, we don't just provide you with an inspection report and let you read that report in order to gather the information you hired us to give you about your home. We also go above and beyond to ensure you understand the home you wish to purchase. As soon as we meet as well as during and directly after we finish your home inspection, we take the time to explain what we will be doing then, after we are done, we walk you through the house and explain our findings. We are dedicated to giving you the most information you possibly can get about your home. That's right! We will not leave until we have spoken with you and let you know of all the main issues or concerns we may have. Whether it be safety related, maintenance related, operation related, or just a few things we think you should know, we will not leave until you hear about them. With that said, we also don't intend on scaring you out of purchasing your Dream Home. We understand that, some times, minor issues can seem very major if they are explained in a way that is over exaggerated. We will take the extra time necessary to ensure that you understand what we are explaining. We don't believe this makes us special. This is what you should expect from your Home Inspector. A good Home Inspector is even keeled and has your best interest at heart. So make sure you hire the right Inspector, get the most out of your inspection, and ask as many questions that you feel are necessary. Not only if you simply do not understand but also if you are concerned or just simply curious.
We recommend that you apply all of this advice no matter who you decide to hire but you deserve the best inspection you can get with the most information you can possibly obtain. And you won't find all of what we just mentioned anywhere but here with us at G-Force Property Inspections! We promise you that!
Ten Tips to Speed Up Your Home Inspection:
- Confirm that the water, electrical, and gas services are turned on and that the gas pilots are lit.
- Make sure your pets won't hinder the inspection. Ideally, they should be removed from the premises or secured outside. Tell your agent about any pets at home.
- Replace burned out light bulbs to avoid a "light is inoperable" report that may suggest an electrical problem.
- Test smoke and carbon-monoxide detectors, and replace dead batteries.
- Clean or replace dirty HVAC air filters. They should fit securely.
- Move stored items, debris, and wood away from the foundation. These may be cited as conducive conditions for termites.
- Remove items blocking access to HVAC equipment, electrical service panels, water heaters, the attic, and the crawlspace.
- Unlock any locked areas that your home inspector must access, such as the attic door or hatch, electrical service panel, the door to the basement, and any exterior gates.
- Trim tree limbs so that they're at least 10 feet from the roof. Trim any shrubs that are too close to the house and can hide pests or hold moisture against the exterior. If necessary, hire a professional.
- Repair or replace any broken or missing items, such as door knobs, locks and latches, windowpanes and screens, gutters and downspouts, and chimney caps.
Checking these areas before your home inspection is an investment in selling your property. Better yet, have your InterNachi inspector ensure that your home is Move In Certified . Your real estate agent will thank you!
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