Today I’ll tell you what home inspections are, why they’re important, and why you need to hire a good inspector if you’re buying a home.

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What is a home inspection? Why is a home inspection important? Why is it important to hire a good inspector? Here are your answers to these questions:

1. What is a home inspection? A a home inspection is simply a process designed to verify the condition of your property. Once they’ve inspected everything, they’ll give you an itemized report of the home’s condition.

2. Why is a home inspection important? Homebuyers want to know exactly what shape a property is in before they purchase it. And while sellers will provide a disclosure concerning its condition, it’s still a good idea to have an independent third party working on your behalf so you can make an informed decision.

It’s important to hire a good inspector who will do a thorough job and give you a full report on the house you’re buying.

3. Why is it important to hire a good inspector? A home inspection is like anything else—you want the best people working for you and representing your interests. Your inspector should be licensed, they should know what they’re doing, and they should know what they’re looking for. They should also be able to walk you through everything that’s on the report they give you.

If you’re thinking of buying a home and you have any more questions about home inspections, give me a call or shoot me an email. My team and I would love to help you.