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Passing a Home Inspection

Home inspections have become very popular in today’s real estate world. Most buyers hire a professional home inspector to take a closer look at a home prior to closing, or even prior to writing a purchase contract. The inspections cover a multitude of systems within your house. It is wise to take care of some of the more important ones before placing your home on the market. Such as:

Mold & MildewMildew stains and odors will drive a buyer away.

Roofing

Deteriorated shingles or other roof coverings are hot-spots for buyers and inspectors. Repairs will be requested.

Cracks in walls or ceilings

These are red flags. Mortar and brick should be in good condition. And flashing should be watertight.

Structure and foundation

This could be a deal breaker.

Gutters and downspouts

They should allow water to run away from the house.

Plumbing problems

Leaks and clogs should be fi xed. Inspectors will check water pressure by turning on numerous faucets and fl ushing toilets at the same time. Dishwashers and other appliances will be tested.

Heating and coolingThese should be in good working order, and efficient.

Electrical

The inspector will make certain your electrical system is working properly.

No home is perfect and the inspector wi l l most l ikely fi nd those imperfect ions. Don’t feel that you must comply with unreasonable demands for repairs. Your contract probably states that th ings should be in good working order at c losing. That doesn’t mean you have to replace a roof because of a leak. I t s imply means that i f you fi x the leak, then the roof is in good working order. The bottom l ine is to do everything possible to get your house in good condit ion pr ior to sel l ing.

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