Ten Questions to Ask Your Home Inspector
Sunday, January 10, 2010
- How long have you been in the home inspecting business? How many home inspections have you done? It is important to have a home inspector with a lot of experience so that you can be sure that all parts of your future home are thoroughly inspected.
- What does your home inspector cover? You should make sure that all state requirements are met for your home inspection.
- Do you offer repairs based on the home inspection? Sometimes the home inspectors are able to repair some of the problems they may find.
- Do you have experience in residential inspections? It is important that your home inspector has experience in residential inspections. Construction and engineering experience is helpful, but residential experience is a must.
- How long will the inspection take? The average time is 2-3 hours.
- Will I be able to attend the inspection? If the inspector refuses to allow this, you may want to reconsider your choice. This could be a red flag. It is a good idea to see your future home with the help of an expert on your side.
- What kind of inspection report do you provide? How long will it take to receive this report? Most inspectors provide their report within 24 hours of the inspection.
- How much will it cost? A typical range is between $300-$500.
- Are you a member of a professional home inspector association? Request to see their ID. Make sure your home inspector is qualified.
- Do you work to continue your education in order to keep your expertise up to date? The inspector’s commitment to furthering his/her education is a good measure of their professionalism.
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