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Thinking about listing your house? Many homeowners skip or avoid this step, waiting for the buyer to pay for it or hoping that they do not include an inspection contingency on their offer. However, if you are early on in the listing process or have not started yet, we suggest scheduling a pre-listing inspection for your home to maximize your return.
Read MoreA standard home inspection is a great tool to protect yourself from some of the risks involved in buying a house. However, there are some things that even the most experienced home inspector cannot protect you from — because they cannot see them. Underground sewer pipes are one of those things, and a Sewer Scope Inspection is a great way to lower the risk of expensive sewer line repairs.
Read MoreJanuary is National Radon Action Month! However, before you can take action, you need to understand why you should and what you can do. The Midwest is one of the areas of the country that has a higher concentration of radon issues in homes. Each house is different. Read on to learn more.
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Read MoreBuying a home is exciting, and also a little scary. Hiring a home inspector is one of the best decisions you can make in the process of buying your new home. In this article, we'll go over 5 reasons why you should hire a home inspector.
Read MoreFor some, the idea of a home inspection can be stressful. Some say because you don't know what to expect while others say it's a deal killer. A home inspection may cause anxiety to both buyers and sellers, but it's beneficial for both parties. Whether you are the buyer or the seller, you should know that no home inspection report will be perfect, not even a brand new home.
Read MoreBuying a home can be stressful and emotional but it doesn’t have to be. After months of looking at many different homes, you finally find your soon-to-be home. This roller coaster ride of emotions will soon end. One of the things standing between you and your dream home is the home inspection. But how does a home inspection checklist factor into the process of buying a home?
Read MoreYour dream of selling your home has now become a reality, You and the buyer have finally signed a contract. The final details are coming together and one of those is the home inspection. Because the home purchase is a crucial time for buyers, most will hire a professional to inspect the home during the home inspection contingency. You don’t need to panic. Just follow this home inspector checklist for sellers so you don’t get caught off guard with unexpected costs.
Read MoreFor some, the cost of a home inspection is an important factor when deeciding on a home inspector, or whether to have a home inspection performed at all. While costs vary, we'll discuss different factors that influence the cost as well as the value that you will receive from our services.
Read MoreIndoor mold can be responsible for sinus problems or allergy symptoms in your home all year long. While it may be easy at times to see or smell mold, it can often grow in places that are hard to access such as in ductwork, behind walls, and so on. We'll show you how an experienced inspector looks for mold in a home and what can be done to put an end to the problem.
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