House Shopping Overwhelming
When you’re in the market for a new home, there’s so much to information to absorb that it can be a bit overwhelming at times. Each house is very different, and brings a whole new set of questions to be asked and answered. Just in case you’re having trouble formulating those initial questions, we’ve put together this handy reference of the 5 key areas to inspect when shopping for a home, just for you!
5 Key Areas to Inspect
1. FOUNDATION
When it comes to being smart when shopping for a home, the foundation is a very smart place to start. The state of a home’s foundation is possibly the most important consideration for potential homebuyers. A foundation with large, obvious cracks, and/or a moisture problem is likely to need expensive repairs in the very near future. Be sure to consider carefully.
2. ROOF
It’s a vicious cycle. Roofing leaks lead to water damage, mold growth, and can also lead to roofing system failure as well as foundation moisture problems. Sounds expensive and dangerous, doesn’t it? It’s often said that a home is only as good as it’s roof. We tend to agree. Always check carefully.
3. HVAC (Heating & Cooling)
Most HVAC systems have a projected life expectancy of between 10 and 20 years. This can vary greatly, particularly dependent upon how well they’ve been maintained. HVAC repair or replacement can be very costly, and occasionally, a deal breaker. That’s why you want to be sure that this is one area you cover well.
4. PLUMBING
The telltale signs of plumbing problems are primarily visual leaks or the sight of corrosion and/or water stains beneath the cabinets, upon ceilings, and warped floors. Another top 5 area for pre-sale home inspection priority, overlooked plumbing issues can break the unsuspecting new homeowner’s bank.
5. ELECTRICAL
Undisclosed and undiscovered electrical problems can also have very serious ramifications. Be especially wary of “vintage” electrical systems and those that have clearly been installed by an overzealous DIY’er. Hanging wires and cables are a solid red flag that should stop you - or any home inspector - in their tracks.
No one wants to wind up with a money pit!
As you can see, the potential for costly oversight, should an important issue in any of these 5 areas be overlooked, is very high. That’s the biggest benefit of having of an experienced professional home inspector working for you. After all, no one wants to wind up with a money pit on their hands. You need as much good, solid information as possible to help inform your decision-making. After all, for most Americans, their home is the largest dollar investment they will make in their entire life.
We are proud of our experience and reputation, and will dig deep to ensure you know what you are getting into with your purchase! Contact From the Ground Up Inspections for all your Middle Tennessee home inspection needs! To learn more about our services, prices or to schedule an appointment, call (615) 351-1922.
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