Sewer lines and piping lie mostly beneath the ground, and when something’s out of sight, it’s out of mind. Water and sewer lines can often be neglected or ignored for years, that is, until water begins backing up and leaking into the home. If you’re thinking about purchasing an older home, a sewer line …
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Will Inspectors Break Into A Sealed Attic?
The attic is one of the most significant areas in any home, and a really important component of the home inspection report. The attic is where most of a home’s insulation is located, and can make a substantial difference in your energy usage (9 out of 10 homes in the U.S. are reportedly under-insulated). …
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What Should I Do if I Can’t Attend My Home Inspection?
You offer was accepted and you just signed a contract to purchase your beautiful new home! Your next step is to order a home inspection – a stress-inducing part of the home-buying process that must be performed in less than 10-14 days. Now, you have less than two weeks to find a time that …
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5 Home Inspection Red Flags
If you’re holding your breath during your home inspection, you’re not alone. Real estate agents, buyers, and sellers alike never want to find big ticket items, like the roof or foundation, anywhere on the inspection report. However, even the most intimidating issues are common to inspectors, and when things do come up, it’s important …
4 Reasons You Should (Actually) Read Your Home Inspection Contract
Who reads contracts anymore? Isn’t it ironic how our society is bombarded with so many different contracts meant to inform us, to the point that we often don’t even take the time to begin to read documents before signing our name? One document you shouldn’t neglect to read is your home inspection contract. …
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How Long Will Your Appliances Last?
The ages of your fridge, washer/dryer, HVAC units, etc. aren’t at the front of your mind during day-to-day life. However, when something breaks or you decide to sell your home, the age and condition of these appliances make a difference. To make things easier, we listed the expectancy of various appliances around the home and …