> Why is a professional Inspection
so important...
THINK ABOUT IT... If you are buying a used car for a few hundred
dollars, you will likely have someone look it over for you ---
unless you are an expert mechanic. WHY? You want to know before
you shell out your money that the car will perform for you and
you want to know if expensive repairs may be needed now or in
the near future.
If you go to that much trouble for a small investment that depreciates
every day you own it --- Why, on earth, wouldn't you do the same
for a $100,000, $200,000 or more investment that is expected to
be worth more when you sell it than it is the day you buy?!?
I feel so strongly that the buyer should have a professional
inspection, that I require you to sign a statement acknowledging
that you were advised to have one if you decide against it. No
matter how thorough the seller is with required and / or additional
condition reports, it is always possible that a significant problem
could turn up that the seller didn't know about.
Not only does the inspections discover defects. A pre-purchase
inspection will help you, the buyer, know the property you are
buying and help you feel comfortable with your purchase. We perceive
that structures are built to last forever, but integral parts
and systems will wear out on a predictable basis. An inspection
will help you plan and budget for these expenses and view them
realistically. Additional services can also be included: you may
need foundation or roofing experts to assist you. A typical home
inspection in this area runs approximately $250 to $350 dollars.
> WHEN CHOOSING AN INSPECTOR, CONSIDER
THE FOLLOWING FACTORS:
- Exactly what the home inspector does and does not inspect?
- What scientific instruments does the inspector use, e.g.
moisture detectors, combustible gas detectors, etc.?
- What are the inspector's professional organization affiliations
and memberships?
- What education and licensing does the inspector have?
- Does the inspector work full time and how many inspections
has he or she conducted?
- Does the inspector use a check-off list report or is it a
written narrative inspection report?
- Does the inspector have liability and errors and omissions
insurance?
- Is the inspector involved in other businesses that might
create a conflict of interest, e.g. a plumber or carpenter?
> A Home Inspection should include among
other items, a comprehensive inspection of :
- Roofing/Flashing/Chimneys
- Exterior
- Structure
- Electrical
- Heating
- Cooling/Heat Pumps
- Insulation
- Plumbing
- Interiors
The typical home inspection will take between 2 to 4 hours
to complete.
Pat and Colin have used and recommended the services of Niagara
Home Inspection at 905-734-9971 or 1-888-624-2579
Let John Pieterse know we sent you and we're sure you will get
great service.
P.S. we do not receive a referral fee for
any recommendation that we give. We just know our clients will
be treated well.
