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I'm Buying a House; Is a Home Inspection Really Necessary?
Ask yourself the following questions, and then decide.
How much time did you actually spend in the home?
Did you look in the attic?
Did you get to test any electrical outlets or look in the service panel?
Do you want to know if the home is structurally sound and a safe environment for your family?
Do you want to know if the components are in proper functioning order?
Do you want to be aware of maintenance items that should be addressed?
The fact is, that most home buyers are busy looking at the house and the areas within it; checking to see if the rooms are big enough or if there are enough bathrooms. With an independent home inspection by Pinnacle you'll gain confidence in your choice of homes, and feel reassured that your family will have a safe and healthy living environment. Even if the house has been pre-inspected, don't you want a consultant who is working specifically for you?
Should I attend the inspection?
Yes, in fact we recommend it! Many customers attend the entire inspection to become more familiar with the dwelling and the inspector. But others find that showing up for the last hour or so, coupled with the report, is a better use of time and gives them all the information they need. Either way you can rest assured that Pinnacle will not leave you with unanswered questions.
If you cannot attend the inspection, Pinnacle will need to get you a copy of our agreement (usually via email) which you need to sign and return via fax before the inspection. Please allow time to do this. We will also need to make payment arrangements, as payment is due (check or cash) at the time of inspection.
About "Truth in Housing" or "Time of Sale" Inspections:
"The house already had an inspection by the seller, do I still need one."
Some municipalities require Sellers to get an inspection prior to listing their house for sale (there are exemptions), as a means of disclosure. This report is intended to provide basic/limited information to the home buyer and the seller prior to the time of sale; it is not necessarily detailed information. For instance, if the dwelling is inspected during the summer months, most areas do not require the furnaces to be inspected.... Nonetheless, these reports must be available to you during a showing they can be a good starting point in reviewing the house, you should read and understand the limitations of those reports. Go on the municipality website to find out more information.
A word about Foreclosures:
While these homes are sometimes a very good opportunity, they can just as easily turn very expensive for the buyer. You need to know what is happening in these homes, and should always have them inspected. Also, "be careful" when going through these homes, especially if appliances have been removed (you'll know the homes I'm referring to). I have been in homes where gas lines have been ruptured, live electrical wires are lying on the floors, etc., etc., etc...
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