Why do you need a home inspection or a commercial inspection?

The purchase of a home or commercial building is one of the largest single investments you will ever make. You should know exactly what to expect --- both indoors and out -- in terms of needed and future repairs and maintenance.

An inspection is a visual examination of the structure and systems of a building. If you are thinking of buying a home, condominium, mobile home, or commercial building, you should have it thoroughly inspected before the final purchase by an experienced and impartial professional inspector.

How can I be assured the condition of the home I want to buy is actually what it seems? Will I need to Re-Roof or Install new Air Conditioning? Is the Plumbing and Electrical functioning properly? Will I need new Heating System or Hot Water Heater? Is the Foundation and the Structure sound? How old are my Major Appliances? You want questions answered! That is why you need a home inspection. Your report will answer all of these questions.

If the inspector finds problems in a building, it does not necessarily mean you should not buy it, only that you will know in advance what type of repairs to anticipate. A seller may be willing to make repairs because of significant problems discovered by the inspector. If your budget is tight, or if you do not wish to become involved in future repair work, you may decide that this is not the property for you. The choice is yours.
ALWAYS try to be present at the time of the inspection. This way the inspector can explain as he goes through the property what he is looking at and what he is including in his report.

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