What do home inspectors look for?
What do home inspectors look for?*
To perform a proper inspection, the first thing to look for is a licensed inspector who has the proper instruments, tools, and techniques to measure aspects such as:
- Electrical system
- Plumbing system
- AC Heating and cooling/air conditioning
- Radon detection equipment
- Walls, ceilings, and floors
- Windows and doors
- Roofs
- Foundation of the house
- Basement
- Attic
- Insulation
All of these elements should be thoroughly inspected by the inspection technician. It will usually take two to three hours to do a complete walk-through of the entire home.
These inspections are done around the entire house, both inside and out. They take into account the physical structure, mechanical and electrical systems, and even details such as floors, walls, windows, doors, ceilings, and all the other items mentioned in the list above.
Part of the inspector's job is also to make sure that the major appliances in the house are working properly. Among these devices are the heating, plumbing, air conditioning, and other electronic items inside the house that have essential use.
The attic and basement should also be properly inspected for mold, mildew, fungus, or other conditions that may be harmful to the health.
Throughout the walk-through, the inspector will take notes and photos of what he/she feels is important to mention in the report. While you are present, you can ask questions about what you observed during the inspection.
At the end of this process, the result is the inspector's objective and sincere opinion about the actual condition of the house. The best thing is that this result will be based on a professional opinion and away from the emotional attachment you may have with the house or the buying process.
How to find a home inspector or a company dedicated to inspections?
To hire a home inspector, people usually tend to take recommendations from family or friends who have hired one in the past or have worked with a company before.
However, it is always better to get this type of advice from more experienced people such as the real estate agent you are working with, as they are constantly working in this area and therefore have more experience and options to recommend.
While all of these recommendations are welcome, the most important thing is to have a certified inspector or a qualified company that allows you to have access to the right people for the job.
Companies such as Charlottetown Home Inspections are an excellent option to turn to if you are in Canada, as they have the right certified inspectors to give you a full and thorough examination of the property.
Having someone prepared to carry out this type of task will allow you to get the best result in knowing what deficiencies your home or the house you are going to buy may have. The more experience the inspector has, the better the final verdict will be, both in recommendations and solutions.
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*Disclaimer: This article has been written by a third party and permission has been granted to Charlottetown Home Inspections to publish the article on this website. As such, the article is provided for general information and educational purposes only, and does not constitute advice. Charlottetown Home Inspections cannot vouch for the accuracy or completeness of the information. The reader is encouraged to do his or her own due diligence and additional research, and to speak to a professional home inspector for the most up to date, accurate and reliable information.
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