What Can I Expect From a Home Inspection?

A home inspection includes checking for any structural issues such as foundation cracks, roof leaks, plumbing issues, electrical wiring, heating/cooling systems, insulation, windows, doors, chimneys, etc. Depending on how big the property is, a home inspection typically takes 2-3 hours.

How Can I Prepare for a Home Inspection?

Ensure all inspection points are free from clutter, including any closets that might lead to a crawlspace or attic, and clearing some space around your home’s perimeter. It’s also important to check the functionality of all built-in appliances, electric, and gas. If you don’t plan to attend the inspection, make sure your inspector has access to the home, and all pets are properly contained or moved.

Can a House Fail a Home Inspection?

A home doesn’t pass or fail an inspection. Instead, a home inspection is a thorough audit of your home’s components. In most cases, there will be concerns marked on your home inspection report, but these are strictly informative.

Can I Skip the Home Inspection?

WHILE YOU CAN LEGALLY SKIP A HOME INSPECTION, DOING SO COULD MEAN THAT YOU MAY END UP BUYING A HOME WITH MAJOR ISSUES THAT NEED TO BE FIXED.

Can a Home Inspector Make Repairs?

While a home inspector may recommend some minor repairs, they are not qualified to make major repairs. He or she can provide information about what needs to be repaired — and it might be helpful to know that information — but the decision to actually do the work lies solely with the homeowner. Not only does this give you the freedom to choose your contractors, but it also helps prevent a conflict of interest.

How Do Home Inspections Affect Appraisals?

A home inspection can affect appraisals for two reasons: 1) The inspector may find something wrong with the property that would lower the value of the home, 2) The inspector may find things that need repair which could increase the value of the home. If the inspection finds issues that require repairs, then the seller has to decide whether they want to fix them themselves, or hire someone else to do it. If the buyer wants to purchase the home, he/she must be willing to pay for those repairs.

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At Professional Property Inspections, LLC (PPI), we understand the property inspection and resulting negations can be one of the most critical steps in your transaction. We also know your clients’ peace of mind and overall satisfaction (not to mention their future referrals) are based in part on their understanding of the inspection process and confidence in the both the inspector and the resulting report.

As such, our mission here at PPI is to put our knowledge, expertise, and technology to work for you and your clients by providing timely inspections, client-friendly reports with plenty of useful photos, and prompt thorough answers or advice when post-inspection questions arise.

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Professional Property Inspection, LLC is ready to lend you our expertise and knowledge of building systems so you can make the most informed decisions regarding your property. Breathe easier knowing that your inspector sees and clearly reports the details which comprise your home’s systems, structures and areas of concern.