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Who Needs a Home Inspection?
Inspections for the Home Buyer
The prospective purchaser of a home is entitled to know the true condition of the home he or she intends to buy. It is essential that the cost of any needed repairs be considered in order to make an informed decision to purchase.
Inspections for the Home Seller
The real estate transaction is often a difficult and trying experience, not only for the buyer, but often for the seller. A seller who is not properly prepared may encounter unnecessary anxiety during the inspection and disclosure process.
One way a seller can prepare is to have a home inspection performed prior to listing the property. This will take away the surprise factor that has often resulted in a failed transaction. It can also provide a very convenient list of items to consider repairing before the home is shown to the public.
Inspections for the Home Owner
The home owner can benefit from a home inspection by learning the current condition of the various systems and components of the home, where these systems and components are relative to their expected service lives, what kinds of things can reduce service lives and what kind of maintenance can maximize service life.
A systematic review of the home with a written report of findings can be used to plan out a maintenance strategy with special attention to priority conditions.
