Before You Buy, Inspect!
Buying a home is one of the most important purchases you will make in your lifetime, so you should be sure that the home you want to buy is in good condition.
As an informed buyer, you are more likely to be comfortable with your decision now and in the future. Therefore, even in a hot market, the opportunity for buyer education should not be missed.
An Inspection Will Offer Peace of Mind
A completed home inspection paints a picture of not only the condition of a home but the overall value, which can help buyers when it comes to negotiation and costs. Without the details of a home's condition, you may feel anxious and uncertain—feelings you should never experience when making such a necessary and costly purchase.
Whether an inspection brings up a lot of issues and problems with a home or yields only a few, you will have the opportunity to walk away or move forward knowing everything necessary about your new house.
The inspector will review the readily accessible exposed portions of the home structure for potential problems. Key areas of focus include:
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Your home inspector is a trained expert who will evaluate the home's condition and take an in-depth and impartial look at the property you plan to buy.
Insurance May Not Cover Repairs
An inspection helps you identify and evaluate the home's problems. Should you purchase the house without an inspection, your insurance company may not cover pre-existing issues discovered after closing escrow. You will likely have to pay out of pocket for such repairs.
Home Issues May Cause Health and Safety Hazards
When an inspector makes their report, they will note any health and safety hazards. Without this, you may not be aware of potentially dangerous conditions that can negatively affect you and your family. For example, issues such as outdated electrical wiring, deteriorating pipes, or structural damage, such as a cracked foundation, can put you at serious risk. An inspector will identify these issues and update you on fixing or replacing items and areas as needed.
An Inspection Will Offer Peace of Mind
A completed home inspection paints a picture of not only the condition of a home but the overall value, which can help buyers when it comes to negotiation and costs. Without the details of a home's condition, you may feel anxious and uncertain—feelings you should never experience when making such a necessary and costly purchase. Whether an inspection brings up a lot of issues and problems with a home or yields only a few, you will have the opportunity to walk away or move forward knowing everything necessary about your new house.
Home inspections do not intentionally point out every small problem or latent defect, as most minor or cosmetic flaws should be apparent to the buyer. Learn More: Top 8 Home Inspection Mistakes
During the Home Inspection
We recommend that the buyer be present for the inspection. This is your opportunity to observe the inspector, ask questions directly, and better understand the home's condition, how its systems work, and how to maintain them. In addition, the written report may be easier to know if you were present during the inspection.
Spending Hundreds May Save You Thousands
When you hire a home inspector, you get a professional, in-depth examination of the property's structures and systems. It's a worthwhile investment that can save you money in the long run, either by warning you away from a wrong purchase or by providing a list of deficiencies you can use to negotiate with the sellers.
Get in touch. Contact us today for information about all Treasure Coast area homes for sale, or call us at 772-678-1600 to learn more about homes for sale on the Treasure Coast.
