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Home Inspection For The Seller
Why Do You Need A Home Inspection?
The selling of your home is probably one of the single largest decisions you will ever make. You should be as informed and educated as you possibly can when considering selling your home. And a home inspection can provide that education. Also, the FHA and the VA, as well as many other Mortgage lenders, recommend that a home inspection be performed.
A home inspection lets you know the condition of the property as well as identifies the need for any repairs before you sell, so that you can make an informed decision. A home inspection also informs the buyer of the positive aspects of the home, as well as any maintenance that may be recommended to keep the house in good shape and to keep all major systems operating smoothly. After the inspection, you will have a much better understanding of the property you intend to sell.
A home inspection is very valuable for homeowners for identifying any potential problems that may need tending to, as well as for learning preventive maintenance measures to help avoid any costly future repairs. If you intend to put your house on the market, a home inspection could identify items that would be called out on a buyer’s inspection, which allows you to be proactive in making repairs, thereby putting you house in a more sellable position.
Do You Need to Attend the Inspection?
It is not necessary that you attend the inspection. However, it is strongly recommended that you attend because you will be able to follow the inspector around and visually learn about the condition of your house, how the various systems operate and how to properly maintain them. You will also have a better understanding of the contents of the report if you are able to see it from the home inspector's perspective and can ask him/her questions as they arise.What Does a Home Inspection Cost?
Prices for home inspections vary greatly depending on the home's square footage, sales price, age, and number of rooms. The price also varies by market across the country.Is the Inspector Licensed or Certified?
Not all states require home inspectors to be licensed. You may want to ask the company you speak to if their employees are licensed.