Buying a home is one of the biggest investments you will ever make. Before you buy, you should have a home inspection to avoid potentially costly repairs that would otherwise go undetected until they become even more costly. This is our typical home inspection that catches common defects so you understand the investment you’re making.
Thermal imaging allows us to see what the naked eye cannot. In Firefighting operations we use this technology to locate hidden fire in low visibility situations and identify heat signatures of potentially trapped occupants. In the inspection we will use this same technology in a very similar way to search for temperature differences and anomalies. These readings give us deeper clues into the condition of the structure that prompt further investigation.
The value to the seller is that a pre-listing inspection makes them aware of issues in advance of negotiating a purchase agreement, allowing them the chance to resolve the issues or have them accounted for upfront in the asking price. This gives the seller better control in marketing their home and helps minimize stress from heat-of-the-moment negotiations once a purchase agreement is tendered. Homes that have a pre-listing inspection generally sell faster and have fewer inspection-related issues to negotiate, enabling a smoother transaction.
Pre-warranty expiration inspections are performed the month before your new home’s warranty expires. Even if you don’t detect any issues with your home after 1 year, you should still hire an inspector to evaluate the overall condition of your home. During the first year of your residency, you should start compiling a list of small issues that you have found in your home. Although not all issues are visible with a standard home walk-through, it is still good to take notes about the problem areas so your inspector can investigate those areas further.
Don’t need a full inspection? We have you covered with our single systems inspection option. At a fraction of the cost we will inspect any single component and provide a comprehensive report. The economical option when you want information about a specific system within your home.
Let us make the closing process a lot easier to navigate! A certified home inspector can be a true ally in helping you make the right decision for the future. Bring us in, and we’ll put your worries to rest.