The Citizen, 2019-10-24, Page 18PAGE 18. THE CITIZEN, THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2019.
Home inspections can take the risk out of buying
MS – The process of buying a
home can be unlike any experience
prospective buyers have ever had.
After finding a home they like and
coming to an agreement on a sale
price with the seller, buyers can
expect to add many items to their to-
do list. One of the first things to jot
down on that list is scheduling a
home inspection.
Home inspections are a vital part
of the home buying process. Such
inspections can protect buyers as
they're on the cusp of making what
will likely be the most significant
investment of their lives.
Understanding the home inspection
process can help buyers during an
exciting yet potentially nerve-
wracking time in their lives.
• What is a home inspection?
The American Society of Home
Inspectors defines a home inspection
as an objective visual examination of
the physical structure and systems of
a house. Inspectors will conduct
visual examinations from the roof to
the foundation of the home.
Additional structures on the
property, such as sheds or detached
outdoor living areas, are not
typically included.
• What do inspectors examine?
The ASHI notes that inspectors will
examine the condition of various
parts of the home. The heating
system, central air conditioning unit,
interior plumbing and electrical
systems, roof (though inspectors will
not climb onto the roof), attic and
insulation will be examined.
Inspectors also will examine walls,
ceilings, floors, windows, doors, the
foundation of the home, basement
(or crawl space) and structural
components.
• Can a home fail inspection?
Homes cannot fail home inspections,
which are just assessments of a
home’s existing condition.
Municipal inspections are separate
inspections conducted by
government agencies to verify
that a property is in compliance with
local codes. Home inspectors
will provide detailed reports
describing the condition of a home
and indicate if any repairs are in
order.
• Do I really need a home
inspection? A home inspection is a
vital component that can help buyers
make the most informed decision
possible.
Forgoing an inspection can leave
buyers vulnerable to potentially
costly repairs and issues with a home
that might have been detected with a
proper home inspection.
In addition, some lenders insist
that buyers have home inspections
conducted before they will allow
them to borrow money.
Home inspections can protect
home buyers as they prepare to make
the most significant financial
investment of their lives. More
information about inspections can be
found at homeinspector.org.
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Home inspections can make the difference between a
home that lasts a lifetime and a fixer-upper in need of
constant attention. Inspectors examine homes from the
foundation to the roof to make sure there are no surprises
waiting for potential home buyers. (MS photo)
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