How Important Is A Home Inspection?

You are out shopping for that perfect home. One of the most important investments anyone can make today or in the future. Purchasing a home can be an exciting time in anyone’s life, and there are so many decisions to make. Again, another reason to use a Licensed Professional REALTOR . You want everything to go as smooth and flawless as possible. So your REALTOR suggests you have a Professional Home Inspection done to go over every nook and cranny of the home, your investment. How important is the inspection, and is it really necessary?

A Licensed Professional Home Inspector will be one of the smartest investments you make in the purchase of your new home. The Buyer should be present while he or she conducts the inspection, to witness in detail every aspect of the home inspection. Appliances and utilities included in the sale are tested to make sure they are operating properly. This includes the dishwasher, range, washer and dryer, hot water tank, heating and cooling, all gas units to make sure they are burning properly, the electrical panel and GFI plugs, soft water system, and any other system that functions as part of the home. The Inspector will show you how everything works, or should work, where the shut off valves are, so you know in case of an emergency. Things you might keep an eye on for possible future problems, and what you do not have to worry about for a long time. On the outside of the home the Inspector should check the condition of the roof, and if not possible because of 2 foot of snow, get to the attic crawl space to look for potential problems, as water leaks in the past. It never hurts to have a RADON test done, especially if you are in the foothills. The foundation should be visually checked, as well as the exterior siding. Remember, you are paying to make sure the home you are buying is free of worries for the near future so you can enjoy your home to the fullest.

A Professional Home Inspection will be the best money you will spend on your new home, pricing usually is based on the square footage of the home. This is something you may think about having done if you have purchased a home without a Home Inspection. It will give you peace of mind your investment is as ship shape as you want it to be. Call me today for a list of Professional Home Inspectors in your area. Part of the service of a Licensed Professional REALTOR.

Robert P Bowman is a Licensed Professional REALTOR with Cornerstone Real Estate Professionals in Logan Utah. He can be reached by e-mail loganrealtor@gmail.com or visit his website www.retireinlogan.com